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Originally Posted by onewhippedpuppy
My honest assessment of what I'd do? I'd buy a place with some land outside of town, build a nice shop, and start a company buying/restoring/reselling classic and interesting cars. And I'd invest the hell of it into conservative funds and live off of the dividends.
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I'd probably do this too. And I would quit my job once I had my replacement hired and up to speed. I don't owe anyone an explanation as to where I'm going or why I'm quitting. I get along great with my boss and would just tell him I'm taking a break from the grind for a while, but am always happy to chat or consult. He lives on the east coast, so we're not gonna bump into each other.
Sure, I'd buy another house. But I would really take my time in doing so and would not shy away from spending money to keep my anonymity and privacy intact. I'd also be setting up a place in Europe and China..... as my monthly allowance allowed. The only personal correspondance I have gotten in the mail in many years are b-day and Xmas cards and letters from an elderly German lady. So I wouldn't even look at my mail. I'd just change all bills to a PO box or have my accountant pay them. No fan mail, no pleas for help, no marriage offers, nothing. I'd never even see the piles that get shredded.
I've seen plenty of shows on lotto winners who totally screwed themselves by flaunting their new wealth. Friends sticking their mortgage statements under their windshields, strangers needing operations, etc. All of it would be non-existant for me, as no one would know me or where to find me. As it is, only friends and family know how to find me now.