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Forum: Life after FIRE 06-03-2013, 08:26 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,809
Posted By winger
No.

No.
Forum: FIRE and Money 05-30-2013, 09:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 912
Posted By winger
I can't recall the name of the method we use. ...

I can't recall the name of the method we use. The info is on hard-copy in our safe deposit box. It was the method that gave us the largest distribution, but I dialed the amount back to keep us in...
Forum: FIRE and Money 05-30-2013, 08:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 912
Posted By winger
Distributions from a qualified plan are treated...

Distributions from a qualified plan are treated differently than funds invested outside a plan. My understanding is that distributions from a qualified plan are treated as ordinary income,...
Forum: FIRE and Money 05-30-2013, 08:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 912
Posted By winger
The first time, I sent everything I had to show...

The first time, I sent everything I had to show that all the rules were followed, along with several follow up phone calls. It seemed like I knew more about 72T than anyone I spoke to. In...
Forum: FIRE and Money 05-29-2013, 09:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 912
Posted By winger
I don't mind. The folks on this site have been a...

I don't mind. The folks on this site have been a huge help to me over the years. I'm mostly a lurker, so it's nice to give back a little.

We have 4 different accounts at VG, 2 lump-sum...
Forum: FIRE and Money 05-29-2013, 08:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 912
Posted By winger
When we started ours, there wasn't much info on...

When we started ours, there wasn't much info on the IRS website. I used the calculators at 72.net, and went a little to the conservative side.

The IRS has pulled (audited?) our returns twice,...
Forum: FIRE and Money 05-29-2013, 04:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 912
Posted By winger
Good News on my 72T

Just wanted to share this with those who understand what the hey I'm talking about.

On May 25, I turned 59.5 and have had 7 equal yearly payments. DW completed hers 2 years ago- she is old.
...
Forum: FIRE and Money 04-18-2013, 07:08 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,712
Posted By winger
I worked as a lifeguard several summers during...

I worked as a lifeguard several summers during my teenage years.

Best job there is for a teenage boy. Working was all downhill from there.
Forum: Health and Early Retirement 04-02-2013, 06:15 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,712
Posted By winger
I am determined to make some changes in my life. ...

I am determined to make some changes in my life. To myself, physically. It's not going to happen quickly.

I've been overweight for years. Joints are starting to feel it. Any medical problems I...
Forum: Other topics 03-31-2013, 07:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 575
Posted By winger
At least no one pulled a gun.

At least no one pulled a gun.
Forum: Other topics 03-31-2013, 04:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 575
Posted By winger
It's always been like this. It's just that now...

It's always been like this. It's just that now you hear about it with "instant communications".
Forum: Health and Early Retirement 03-31-2013, 03:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 668
Posted By winger
I went to the Medicaid eligibility page for...

I went to the Medicaid eligibility page for Colorado. No reason, it just came up first on Google. I'm sure all states are different.
HCPF:Medicaid Eligibility for Persons Age 65 and Over...
Forum: Health and Early Retirement 03-31-2013, 03:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 668
Posted By winger
Maybe...saying you are losing money and actually...

Maybe...saying you are losing money and actually losing money are different. Perhaps a practice claims they are losing money by not making a target. Some medical specialties have a lot of medicare...
Forum: Health and Early Retirement 03-31-2013, 06:48 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,684
Posted By winger
Looking forward to single payer. After we try...

Looking forward to single payer. After we try everything that doesn't work.
Forum: Other topics 03-29-2013, 05:32 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 2,708
Posted By winger
I hate dogs. And children.

I hate dogs. And children.
Forum: Health and Early Retirement 03-28-2013, 08:13 AM
Replies: 530
Views: 21,184
Posted By winger
I"m certain that everyone that posts here is "on...

I"m certain that everyone that posts here is "on their soapbox".
Forum: FIRE and Money 01-24-2013, 05:47 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 8,987
Posted By winger
I saw the same headlines. Statements like this...

I saw the same headlines.
Statements like this are confusing to me. I don't think $53b vaporized, but instead were moved out of Apple to other investments. Apple has had a good run- and that makes...
Forum: Health and Early Retirement 12-31-2012, 06:36 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,114
Posted By winger
We're all getting old.

We're all getting old.
Forum: Health and Early Retirement 12-26-2012, 11:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,093
Posted By winger
2013 Health Care Changes

Concise article on changes that will be implemented in 2013. I was surprised to see the Medicaid reimbursement changes.


Five ways your health care will change in 2013...
Forum: FIRE and Money 12-13-2012, 09:18 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,603
Posted By winger
We've kept around $1000 cash at home since Y2K. ...

We've kept around $1000 cash at home since Y2K. No disasters, but it has come in handy a few times.
Forum: Other topics 11-22-2012, 09:24 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 953
Posted By winger
6 tires on the truck, 4 on the RV, and 1 wheel...

6 tires on the truck, 4 on the RV, and 1 wheel frame extension (http://swivelwheel.com) for the motorcycle.

No, it's not a trailer. That's my story.
Forum: Other topics 11-22-2012, 08:14 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 953
Posted By winger
We have 11 tires on the ground when we travel. I...

We have 11 tires on the ground when we travel. I carry a high tech plug kit, and can quickly fix most punctures. I also carry a couple of the cheap Wal-Mart plug kits, good for bigger holes. The...
Forum: Other topics 11-12-2012, 06:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 473
Posted By winger
For the last month or so, I've been listening to ...

For the last month or so, I've been listening to "80s on 8" on XM Radio.

The hosts are some of the original MTV..... uhhhhhh, hosts.

Good memories.
Forum: Health and Early Retirement 11-08-2012, 09:34 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,390
Posted By winger
Information! I need information!!

Information! I need information!!
Forum: Hi, I am... 10-14-2012, 10:51 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,079
Posted By winger
We are currently staying that area, making our...

We are currently staying that area, making our way back to Texas for winter.

We've noticed hundreds of homes built "off the grid". Obviously no electric or water, hopefully a septic tank for...
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