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In December 2024, in the thread "Re: BRK: Why Not XOM?", BreckHutHigh asked the members: "What about the long road trips with kids?" This week it is put to everyone again. The button below opens the small thread re-asking it - read what others have said so far, then give your own answer as an ordinary reply.
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Author: PhoolishPhilip   😊 😞
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Subject: Re: Most real life retirees don't take 4%
Date: 03/07/26 9:39 PM
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“My basic budget for living expenses in 2026 is only $20,000/year”.

WTAF?!?
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The thrifty food budget for two codgers is over $500/month, or $6,000/yr. Your internet and cell service would be $200/month on average. Utilities have to cost around $150-200 a month, and I know you’re not paying zero in taxes. That’s at least $1200 of your $1,666.67 a month, so you basically stare at each other and take occasional walks to the library for retirement?

Your annual budget seems a tad austere.
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