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Janitor Ronald Read Leaves Behind $8M Secret Fortune

12 pointsby j_levabout 10 years ago

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mullenabout 10 years ago
Okay, awesome. A janitor&#x2F;gas station attendant saves his money, invests it wisely and then reinvests his dividends over and over again. He lives far below his means and never discusses it with anyone, including his children and friends. I love it. Good heart felt American, good guy does good and makes good money. I am like this, in that I invest in mutual funds, watch the stock market and live below my means. Makes me feel good.<p>However, what&#x27;s the point of living like that? You are making $20,000 a month and you don&#x27;t spend it in your retirement!? WTF. What is the point of living to 91 and being worth $8 million when you die if you don&#x27;t enjoy it. Great, this guy did everything right, now his kids get to enjoy the money. If anything, sounds like this guy squandered his money by not enjoying it, unless sitting back and counting your $8 million is the most thrilling thing ever.<p>These stories are just, look, work your ass off, save money and your kids can enjoy it. Forget that! What&#x27;s the damn point?
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