Tink1717 2 #1 June 21, 2014 So, here's the thing: I need a new computer ( Vintage 08 and will not support the next update ), a new camera ( don't have one right now and need to make $ with one) and a new bike ( Current bike is vintage 98, and I ride ~3500/year). BUT, the last remaining bill from my divorce is $9200 ( and that's what's keeping me out of the sport this season). What would you do with $5500?Skydivers don't knock on Death's door. They ring the bell and runaway... It really pisses him off. -The World Famous Tink. (I never heard of you either!!) AA #2069 ASA#33 POPS#8808 Swooo 1717 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #2 June 21, 2014 Can you split the difference and purchase the item you need that'll bring in some money and then apply the balance to the remaining divorce debt?Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
promise5 17 #3 June 21, 2014 Holy crap!! 9200 from a divorce debt !! Dang !!! Sorry I forgot to vote: Buy the camera and pay off the debt. It seems like those are the two things you need to get back in the sport to make money. The other two you hopefully can get by with until you can save enough to get them replaced.No matter how slowly you say oranges it never sounds like gullible. Believe me I tried. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tink1717 2 #4 June 21, 2014 QuoteCan you split the difference and purchase the item you need that'll bring in some money and then apply the balance to the remaining divorce debt? No. The camera is $4200, the bike is $4700 and the computer is $3800. I'm waiting to see if the camera and computer get upgraded this fall or next spring. The bike is the only thing I see as being stable in terms of price.Skydivers don't knock on Death's door. They ring the bell and runaway... It really pisses him off. -The World Famous Tink. (I never heard of you either!!) AA #2069 ASA#33 POPS#8808 Swooo 1717 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tink1717 2 #5 June 21, 2014 Quote...9200 from a divorce debt !! Dang !!! It started as $23K two years ago.Skydivers don't knock on Death's door. They ring the bell and runaway... It really pisses him off. -The World Famous Tink. (I never heard of you either!!) AA #2069 ASA#33 POPS#8808 Swooo 1717 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #6 June 21, 2014 promise5 Holy crap!! 9200 from a divorce debt !! Dang !!! You haven't been married yet, right? Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #7 June 21, 2014 Tink1717No. The camera is $4200, the bike is $4700 and the computer is $3800. I'm waiting to see if the camera and computer get upgraded this fall or next spring. The bike is the only thing I see as being stable in terms of price. Whoa. Gotcha. Hmmmm...... I'm making my vote for the cash to go towards the remaining divorce settlement balance.Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 3 #8 June 21, 2014 I think you'll get the most bang for your buck (especially if there is any interest involved) by paying off debt first. There will also be the added benefit of helping to stop monthly reminders of pain you receive in the mail sooner.quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,346 #9 June 21, 2014 I'm in agreement with Quade. Pay down the debt. I'm debt free (mortgage & all vehicles paid, no CC or student debt) and have been for a few years. It's nice knowing that I'm not beholden to anyone, that the only money I have to pay out is for what I spent last month (plus a few other odds & ends like taxes, insurance, ect)"There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 38 #10 June 21, 2014 Where was the "Buy a New Wife" option? Seriously, new toys are way down on the list. Not sure how your $9200 debt equates to $5500 in your pocket?lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #11 June 21, 2014 oldwomanc6 Where was the "Buy a New Wife" option? Seriously, new toys are way down on the list. Not sure how your $9200 debt equates to $5500 in your pocket? Next marriage... rock solid pre nuptial agreement. Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
promise5 17 #12 June 21, 2014 I'm blessed to be able to be debt free and will stay that way!! But I'll admit divorce debt? That has to be the worse!! I guess I'm naive and think when your done your done.No matter how slowly you say oranges it never sounds like gullible. Believe me I tried. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #13 June 21, 2014 promise5 I'm blessed to be able to be debt free and will stay that way!! But I'll admit divorce debt? That has to be the worse!! I guess I'm naive and think when your done your done. I preferred receiving a lump sum. Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tink1717 2 #14 June 21, 2014 Quote Next marriage... rock solid pre nuptial agreement. NOT gonna be a next marriage. Once is a fool, twice is an idiot, Skydivers don't knock on Death's door. They ring the bell and runaway... It really pisses him off. -The World Famous Tink. (I never heard of you either!!) AA #2069 ASA#33 POPS#8808 Swooo 1717 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tink1717 2 #15 June 22, 2014 Quote I think you'll get the most bang for your buck (especially if there is any interest involved) by paying off debt first. There will also be the added benefit of helping to stop monthly reminders of pain you receive in the mail sooner. Yeah, I'm kinda with you there, but what I really want is to pay the whole thing as opposed to a portion. Also, if I get the bike, I can cut way down on my driving and get by cheaper that way.Skydivers don't knock on Death's door. They ring the bell and runaway... It really pisses him off. -The World Famous Tink. (I never heard of you either!!) AA #2069 ASA#33 POPS#8808 Swooo 1717 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tink1717 2 #16 June 22, 2014 Quote How much of a computer do you need? Apple iMac. Fully tricked out for video and still photography ( Final Cut X, Aperture, Photoshop.) Quote. Buy the camera you want at a pawn shop, after trying it out first. Not an option, 5D mk 4 isn't out yet. Quote I'm not sure about the bike, but you might try Craigslist for that. Been there, done that. Nothing worth the trouble.Skydivers don't knock on Death's door. They ring the bell and runaway... It really pisses him off. -The World Famous Tink. (I never heard of you either!!) AA #2069 ASA#33 POPS#8808 Swooo 1717 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tink1717 2 #17 June 22, 2014 Quote But I'll admit divorce debt? That has to be the worse!! It's even worse than you might think. Everyone has their hand out. Lawyer wants $X, Courts want $X, Bank wants $X, Title company wants $X, Settlement company wants $X. I should have gave her the house and got a trailer at Z-hills.Skydivers don't knock on Death's door. They ring the bell and runaway... It really pisses him off. -The World Famous Tink. (I never heard of you either!!) AA #2069 ASA#33 POPS#8808 Swooo 1717 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tink1717 2 #18 June 22, 2014 Quote Not sure how your $9200 debt equates to $5500 in your pocket? Been saving to pay one big lump sum in stead of marginally higher payments.Skydivers don't knock on Death's door. They ring the bell and runaway... It really pisses him off. -The World Famous Tink. (I never heard of you either!!) AA #2069 ASA#33 POPS#8808 Swooo 1717 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZigZagMarquis 8 #19 June 22, 2014 Where the option, "Put money towards girlfriend's boob-job"!??! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 3 #20 June 22, 2014 ZigZagMarquisWhere the option, "Put money towards girlfriend's boob-job"!??! Quite possibly the worst investment a man could ever make.quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 38 #21 June 22, 2014 quade ***Where the option, "Put money towards girlfriend's boob-job"!??! Quite possibly the worst investment a man could ever make. So true! The guy who pays for that rarely gets to enjoy them! lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #22 June 22, 2014 oldwomanc6 ******Where the option, "Put money towards girlfriend's boob-job"!??! Quite possibly the worst investment a man could ever make. So true! The guy who pays for that rarely gets to enjoy them! I think you're right... from what I've heard my guy friends joke about!! Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #23 June 22, 2014 Tink1717 Quote Next marriage... rock solid pre nuptial agreement. NOT gonna be a next marriage. Once is a fool, twice is an idiot, Awwww.... some days I'm of the same mindset and other days I miss everything about being married. Oh well. Good luck with whatever you decide to do. Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 35 #24 June 22, 2014 My answer depends on how much money you have in savings. How many months can you last without going into more debt if you lost your job?She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZigZagMarquis 8 #25 June 22, 2014 oldwomanc6 ******Where the option, "Put money towards girlfriend's boob-job"!??! Quite possibly the worst investment a man could ever make. So true! The guy who pays for that rarely gets to enjoy them! Hey! Help a brother out!! Pay it forward! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
