I'm curious for those who paid cash/check for their new vehicle at a dealership, did the sales person insist on a credit check? Did you find a way to avoid having that done? They did a credit check when my wife bought her vehicle with a check. Our credit is frozen and is a small hassle to unfreeze it for the time needed. I know a credit check will be done anyway if you are going to finance.
Okay, I have a visual of that now. 😩 I have a membership, but it is hard to get out of there for less than $150 and you only have 10 items. Purchasing gas there pays for the membership.
Dan, I believe this quote is suitable to you and many of us HD readers: “Unless you try to do something beyond what you have already mastered, you will never grow.” Attributed to Ronald Osborn or Ralph Waldo Emerson.
Your comment about Mr Cathy "not being fair" to his children is inaccurate and mischaracterizes the nature of the restrictions he placed on his heirs. He did impose strict operational and financial conditions on the future of Chick-fil-A, because he wanted to preserve the company's Christian values and charitable mission, not to unfairly penalize his children.He also did not restrict, or forbid, the sale of the company; he only prohibited taking it public (IPO) to ensure that shareholder pressure would not compromise the company's charitable giving and religious principles. Not being open on Sunday's may be a drawback to some, but Chick-fil-A ranks #1 in customer satisfaction among fast-food chains for the 11th consecutive year according to the 2025 American Customer Satisfaction Index. Many of my neighbors are retired executives of the company.The story of Jersey Mike's is interesting. I've been enlightening my knowledge of the criticism Cancro received regarding his sale of a majority stake in Jersey Mike's to private equity firm Blackstone.
You made me do it. Until today I had never tried Jersey Mike's. However, I should have researched it before going and would have been better educated about what makes it stand out from other sub chains. A 👍 for you RDQ. I'm interested to learn more about Peter's history, his philanthropy, and how he differs from another great founder, the late Truett Cathy of Chick-fil-a. A truly remarkable person.
I know a 25 year old female who was taking the GLP1 injection. She started in February this year and was doing great. Lost ~45lbs until a few weeks ago, the injection was causing intense abdominal pain and she ended up being rushed to the hospital by ambulance. The doctor stopped the injections and advised her to not go back on it ever again.
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Thanks Nick and Dan. Beyond this, my hardest part is deciding on what vehicle to purchase.
Post: Buying a car in retirement
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I'm curious for those who paid cash/check for their new vehicle at a dealership, did the sales person insist on a credit check? Did you find a way to avoid having that done? They did a credit check when my wife bought her vehicle with a check. Our credit is frozen and is a small hassle to unfreeze it for the time needed. I know a credit check will be done anyway if you are going to finance.
Post: Buying a car in retirement
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Okay, I have a visual of that now. 😩 I have a membership, but it is hard to get out of there for less than $150 and you only have 10 items. Purchasing gas there pays for the membership.
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I hope you didn't go there looking for a card. 😊
Post: Frittering away Frugality
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Dan, I believe this quote is suitable to you and many of us HD readers: “Unless you try to do something beyond what you have already mastered, you will never grow.” Attributed to Ronald Osborn or Ralph Waldo Emerson.
Post: Lessons Learned Along the Way
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Your comment about Mr Cathy "not being fair" to his children is inaccurate and mischaracterizes the nature of the restrictions he placed on his heirs. He did impose strict operational and financial conditions on the future of Chick-fil-A, because he wanted to preserve the company's Christian values and charitable mission, not to unfairly penalize his children. He also did not restrict, or forbid, the sale of the company; he only prohibited taking it public (IPO) to ensure that shareholder pressure would not compromise the company's charitable giving and religious principles. Not being open on Sunday's may be a drawback to some, but Chick-fil-A ranks #1 in customer satisfaction among fast-food chains for the 11th consecutive year according to the 2025 American Customer Satisfaction Index. Many of my neighbors are retired executives of the company. The story of Jersey Mike's is interesting. I've been enlightening my knowledge of the criticism Cancro received regarding his sale of a majority stake in Jersey Mike's to private equity firm Blackstone.
Post: Peter Cancro from age 14 to 69 covered in oil and vinegar
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You made me do it. Until today I had never tried Jersey Mike's. However, I should have researched it before going and would have been better educated about what makes it stand out from other sub chains. A 👍 for you RDQ. I'm interested to learn more about Peter's history, his philanthropy, and how he differs from another great founder, the late Truett Cathy of Chick-fil-a. A truly remarkable person.
Post: Peter Cancro from age 14 to 69 covered in oil and vinegar
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Thanks for the info!
Post: The Financial Stress a Simple Document Could Have Prevented
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DrLefty, may I ask what the local fiduciary specialty is that you found, and what percentage do they charge?
Post: The Financial Stress a Simple Document Could Have Prevented
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I know a 25 year old female who was taking the GLP1 injection. She started in February this year and was doing great. Lost ~45lbs until a few weeks ago, the injection was causing intense abdominal pain and she ended up being rushed to the hospital by ambulance. The doctor stopped the injections and advised her to not go back on it ever again.
Post: GLP1 Access for Only a $50 Copay?
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