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Re: 27, married and semi-obsessed with retiring early
Old 12-05-2005, 12:23 PM   #20
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Originally Posted by Jay_Gatsby
The feeling one gets from being debt free is great, but you must be careful not to let other expenses take the place of the eliminated debt.* This is why certain low-interest debts, like mortgages, student loans, etc...paid automatically from one's bank account, can act as a governor on spending.
The problem with both the spending discipline and the feeling of freedom is that you are potentially letting emotions drive financial decisions. Usually not the greatest way to get ahead.
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