RollerCoastr
Well-Known Member
- Nov 15, 2007
- 3,884
- Boat Info
- 1997 400DA
340HP 7.4 Mercruiser Bluewaters
Garmin 741, 742, 8212, 24HD, Intellian I2
- Engines
- 1999 280BR
Twin 250HP Merc 350 Alpha Ones
Yeah......hmmmm....college is a hotly debated topic within my social circle(s). I would say two thirds of the folks I live/work with are not planning to fully pay for their kids college. It's just not realistic for many/most, particularly in lower cost of living locations.
Another perspective - if I could choose to save now to 100% cover all of my kids college or choose to spend now on a decent sized boat, slippage, fuel and every summer weekend family time while the kids still like hanging around...well now we have a decision to make.
My Dad didn't pay for all of my college. It was frustrating and confusing at the time. I wish I he had given me a heads-up, but that's where my resentment stops. I was raised on boats after all! He died this spring. Too soon, and with no fortune to pass on, but I wouldn't trade a big inheritance for my great childhood. For most of my formative years, I thought we were rich. Just typing that makes me grin.