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Those numbers are scary. The old folks I know are true misers. They live on little income/SS and modest savings. What happens to the newer generations that have never experienced a depression or really tough times.

dm, I remember jousting with you a few years back about paying down debt vs. investing the cash. Given the shaky real estate foundation, I've been paying down debt. It definitely feels good to have no burden on your back. I cannot afford toys (haven't bought a single toy or plaything in months), but less debt = less required income = less hours to work = more free time to enjoy what I have.
jurgen