beyondfantasy3 113M
2003 posts
5/1/2016 5:49 am
Money and life


Such and interesting tool "Money" - in the material world we live and the monetary system which is part of our societal structures is always with many interesting aspects, twist and much else, but requires Money to set up and have a life which can conveniently cover the basics..

In some individuals within some relationships and some situations, It seem no matter how much some have, it is not enough, and some have so little and it is enough to cover their daily living where they can and do still smile, share and enjoy the things about their lives. Some have Money that can be saved away for events and emergencies and some save for comfort of financial security in later years. Do people often discuss and come to terms of agreement about such things when they are developing a relationship?

"Money" .... Not many people in the developed society exist who don't want some of it. But a great many want to earn what they get, and others want to get it by any means including lying, cheating others, stealing, and brazen brutal encroachments, including robbery and other forceful means.

What would drive people to work together to build the things we enjoy, or participate in the factories, offices and other functions that make business and industry work, if there was no such thing as Money?

I certainly don't know the answer. Teamwork and shared objectives could be a possibility. How long might that work before one or the other complain about their level or volume of contribution?

It is up to each person to develop their concept of Money and what they will or will not be prone to do to get it.

How does Money work within Love relationships is too an interesting thing. One wants it and the other is comfortable with having enough to manage daily. One can't get enough of it, and the other is content to work to earn what it takes to cover the basic needs.
One wants luxury and the other likes basic things and simplicity.

Do people really talk to each other in open terms about their concerns, thoughts, and perspectives about Money?

What is the expectation within relation to ones mate when it comes to Money?

* If you were left or given a legacy of Money be it 20K, 50k, 200-500k or million(s). what do you think you'd do?
* How do you think it would impact your mate selecting viewpoint?

1ClassyLady 68F
3288 posts
5/1/2016 9:42 pm

How do you think it would impact your mate selecting viewpoint?
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Money is essential, a necessity to live a better life. I have NEVER got any money from any man. However, I have found a person who has the intelligence, knowledge and "entrepreneur's vision" who taught me the direction of "Financial" world. I trust him and he knows the "timing" of financial trend. I am very lucky to know him.

Currently I am helping my daughter with her rent and living expenses at a post-graduate medical school out of state. The 3 scholarships helped her when she had pre-med (undergraduate for 2 bachelor degrees). But now she is in post-graduate medical school and only granted for partial scholarship due to budget cut. She borrowed "student loan" from Dept of Education. She should graduate in June of 2017. Then she has to have internship and residency. To be a MD has long journey. I am just a "Bank of Mommy".



Honesty is the best policy.


beyondfantasy3 113M
4740 posts
5/2/2016 8:21 am

Many people are silent, but money plays a part in their life, their mate choices and in some cases whether they stay with the mate they have chosen.
The best scenario is to be honest with ones self, about money.

That's one issue I've long had with AFF, people are not wholly honest when it comes to any subject that go beyond general slap stick or glib things. I write anyway, those who are less than forth coming in general about such various things of which I've written on and others have written on or about, that's on them.


1ClassyLady 68F
3288 posts
5/2/2016 9:00 am

I am very honest and dare to say "Honesty is the best policy". My ex-husband said that I am a "transparent" person. I was very disappointed with my ex who doesn't know how to make money or invest.

When I met that banker CEO who is completely opposite of my ex, he dare to invest in real estate, stock market, ... besides of his banking career. He is experienced, confident, sophisticated, .... He knows I am a very honest woman and trust in me. Although he is a very busy businessman, but he always taught me the "timing" of real estate and interest rate trend. Although I have dated many others, but he is always on top of my mind even we are just platonic friends and last 10 years. I appreciate for his financial advices and many things in common.

He told me to sell property in 2007, so I did and got 4.5 times profits. He told me to buy properties in Las Vegas in winter of 2011 and I bought 5 foreclosure properties using the sold proceeds in 2007. I have posted a blog about real estate investment, but nobody interested.

Everything I said here is true. Believe it or not???



Honesty is the best policy.


beyondfantasy3 113M
4740 posts
5/3/2016 4:39 am

1ClassyLady, I don't doubt your honesty, you address a wide variety of subject material, but we know there are many who are both long term members and new members who shy away from a great many subjects.

He told me to sell property in 2007, so I did and got 4.5 times profits. He told me to buy properties in Las Vegas in winter of 2011 and I bought 5 foreclosure properties using the sold proceeds in 2007. I have posted a blog about real estate investment, but nobody interested.

Yes, I know the feeling of such, there are so many topics people skip right over. What surprises me, is so many claim so much high level education but won't deal with subject beyond a 2 liner response or no response.

It's probably why so many end up attracting scammer, because they talk glib that often does not go beyond the scope of what scammer see as target material.


1ClassyLady 68F
3288 posts
5/3/2016 8:46 pm

I have found out "dentists" are afraid of taking risk. Dentists are very conservative in investments. As my X who even has difficult to make money out his profession, not mention to invest in real estate. He is afraid of "trouble tenants" and no money to invest anything.

The banker has the courage and knowledge to invest. One time I had a tenant problem. I emailed him. He replied with an attorney name and phone #. One time he suggested me to get LLC (Limited Liability Company) to protect my residence from investments. He gave another attorney who knows how to set-up LLC. That is why I am impressed. He is experienced and know many different kinds of people from his customers, colleagues, employees, ... He has entrepreneurial charisma. His advice became money.

I hope I answered your question "How do you think it would impact your mate selecting viewpoint? " Yes, money can impact my male selecting viewpoint. I want to emphasize that banker never gave me money, but just advice. My ex doesn't have advice and he is the obstacle for my investment. Don't buy anything.

I know you are NOT a paid member, so you can't read my entire profile. If you read the 1st & 3rd paragraph of my profile, you will know I am describing that banker as my ideal male friend. He is "real" person in my life for 10 years.



Honesty is the best policy.