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Offline Dee

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Cleared the note on my land. FINALLY!
« on: April 02, 2009, 02:13:22 PM »
As some of you guys know from past posts, and conversations on the economy, I lost everything but, my house and cars in real estate when all this stuff hit. I was even negative in my bank account, after a life of trying to build a nest egg. I don't think I mentioned however, that I had used a very much cherished piece of land as collateral in the purchase of houses.
WELL! I am happy to say, that with much hard work, and a lot of sacrificing, I have paid for that land AGAIN, and cleared the lien for good.
No bailouts, no government programs, and no whining. Not bad for a guy almost 60. I and my wife, are much relieved.
This is not to brag, as it worried us much, it is just to say that where there is a will, and willingness to sacrafice, we can do just fine without the government ideology that we are helpless without them. All of us.
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« Reply #1 on: April 02, 2009, 02:16:46 PM »
Dee thats gotta be a good feeling. Good for you.  Ive only got 29 years to go ;D  Congrats
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« Reply #2 on: April 02, 2009, 02:17:48 PM »
Good to hear Dee. Congrts. ;) Dale
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« Reply #3 on: April 02, 2009, 02:27:27 PM »
WTG Dee!! Now, if you'd just invite us down to Texas for a private hunt on that free and clear land, we could all celebrate. ;)
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« Reply #4 on: April 02, 2009, 02:42:28 PM »
Kudos to you sir!  Congratulations.

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« Reply #5 on: April 02, 2009, 03:57:07 PM »
That IS wonderful.  Happy for you.  This is all too rarely the type of story that we hear about - the courage and perseverance to dust yourself off and climb that hill again.
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« Reply #6 on: April 02, 2009, 04:19:10 PM »
Dee,

Congratulations! No feeling in the world like getting rid of a mortgage, we got out of debt last spring, only 4 yrs before we were on the edge of bankruptcy. I take no credit, my wife & God made it happen.

Was a good lesson for me on setting & meeting goals and the sacrifice involved.

Good for you and yours!

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« Reply #7 on: April 02, 2009, 04:24:56 PM »
That must be a great feeling and an immense feeling of accomplishment and pride! Congratulations pardner. I am glad for you!

It is a hard thing when you reach our age and get economically slapped down!  
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« Reply #8 on: April 02, 2009, 04:30:06 PM »
Yep! It is such a small piece of land, but worth much more than I originally paid for it. Now I can say I paid for it twice. I never again will use it as collateral.
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« Reply #9 on: April 02, 2009, 04:33:38 PM »
Dee, this is a real blessing & I know you are aware of that. I have been blessed lately as well.

It is esp. good to get rid of depts now while it is possible.
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« Reply #10 on: April 02, 2009, 04:45:37 PM »
Ain't that the truth. You know this is just a half acre, but it ensures me that no one is moving in too close to me. I can plant a garden, run a goat or two, peach & pecan trees, ect. You know what I mean? A small place east of the house to just piddle in your old age.
It also gives my Jack Russel, appropriately named Huff, (because he is kinda huffy) a place to patrol. I have plenty of places to hunt and fish, but this little area is just for me and mine.
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« Reply #11 on: April 02, 2009, 10:43:59 PM »
   Congratulations my friend. Rest up peace officer, us young guys got it......and God Bless you and your family. Enjoy this time and your place you have earned it. Thank you for helping set the pace that we follow daily in this line of work. Good Job, Dee!!

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« Reply #12 on: April 03, 2009, 12:52:49 AM »
Good deal Dee.  Now just make sure to pay your annual rent to the govt to keep it. 
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« Reply #13 on: April 03, 2009, 01:35:45 AM »
Great!  :)

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« Reply #14 on: April 03, 2009, 02:34:13 AM »
Good deal Dee.  Now just make sure to pay your annual rent to the govt to keep it. 

Ain't it the truth bubba. Every year a tax time I get mad.
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« Reply #15 on: April 03, 2009, 03:33:24 AM »
With proper planning, willing to be satisfied living a life style below what ones income indicates for many years, staying out of debt, mixed with God's blessing these things can happen. My wife and I are in our mid 50s and now own free and clear 320 acres with a pond and a 36 acre lake, a modest four year old house and a 30x50 detached metal shed/garage. Now those property taxes are another thing.
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« Reply #16 on: April 03, 2009, 03:52:47 AM »
Congratulations Dee, around here those who have worked hard all their lives to include overtime or even a second job would have what they call a Mortgage Burning party once that they have made that last payment. Will you be sending us invitations? ;)

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« Reply #17 on: April 03, 2009, 05:03:39 AM »
Good to hear and I had faith that you would make it happen.
I really am glad for your success.
Blessings :)
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« Reply #18 on: April 03, 2009, 05:24:55 AM »
Thanks William I appreciate the thought.
glanceblamm, I have already paid for it once, so there won't be a celebration this time. Just a sign of relief.
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« Reply #19 on: April 03, 2009, 07:03:02 AM »
Somehow I missed the economic problem you had Dee.   :-\  But it looks like you took care of it the old fashioned way!  Yourself!  You're a hellova man.
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« Reply #20 on: April 04, 2009, 06:08:49 PM »
That is great Dee good for you, 11 for me yet. Jack Russels are fun dogs,

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« Reply #21 on: April 06, 2009, 10:38:34 AM »
Thanks guys. The economy is bad no doubt, and worse for some more than others. I have been sweatin a lay off while my neighbors have had family members laid off. Quiting however, has never been an option, and still isn't.
I gettin old, but I still like huntin, fishin, jeeps, and guitar pickin. ;)
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« Reply #22 on: April 07, 2009, 01:09:56 PM »
Congradulations Dee!! That has to be a real good feeling. Pride in knowing that you,your wife, and the grace of God, you did it. Without any help from the gov't. My wife and I figure we have about another 8-9 years,to pay ours off. I'm looking forward to it, especially since I've lived in this house since 1960, when my dad built it. Pat yourself on the back. gypsyman
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