It all makes sense now...

[NauticalGent]

And there ya have it!!

 

[The_Doc_Man]

Which pretty well explains why we cannot convince people of the (lack of) truth in religion...

 

[NauticalGent]

Reminds me of some conversations we've had here in the WC

 

[Jon]

I haven't seen that video but I've watched quite a few of his videos recently. One of the most entertaining YouTubers for presenting ideas.

 

[NauticalGent]

I haven't seen that video but I've watched quite a few of his videos recently. One of the most entertaining YouTubers for presenting ideas.

I agree (once you get past the accent ). I even bought his book "Stick a Flag In It" - not a bad read but not as good as his videos.

 

[Jon]

What accent?

Ah yes, I saw him plugging that one. His video of political correctness was good, or something of a similar topic. Maybe offence culture?

 

[Uncle Gizmo]

The World is not flat? Well I'm buggered!

It looks flat to me!

 

[conception_native_0123]

Reminds me of some conversations we've had here in the WC

yeah, with me.

Which pretty well explains why we cannot convince people of the (lack of) truth in religion...

oh doc, you disappoint me again. =(

 

[The_Doc_Man]

Technically, you should say "disappoint me still" since I haven't changed my mind on that subject. Not like I've been erratic in my statements on my religious views.

 

[conception_native_0123]

Not like I've been erratic in my statements on my religious views.

No you haven't I'll give you that

 

[Cronk]

My philosophy. Never argue with an idiot otherwise you have two idiots arguing.

 

[The_Doc_Man]

Mark Twain wasn't that extreme. His comment was more along the lines of "Never argue with a jackass. Casual observers might not be able to tell you apart." (That's paraphrased.)

 

[Cronk]

To each his own. I have my retirement funds invested in stocks. Used to have residential investment properties but I found the management too hard and government taxes too much. I know now never to get into a "discussion" with anyone about which is better.

 

[The_Doc_Man]

Oh, but Cronk, that's so simple. Whichever one is better is the one that makes you lose the least sleep at night.

 

[Cronk]

I think you are confusing investment categories with risk. In both categories (property and stocks) there is a range of investments which are high risk. Also the means of financing (borrowing) can lead to increased risk. I avoid any investment which would affect my sleep. On the other hand, money in government bonds would be an issue for me because with inflation, the value would be decreasing over time at today's low interest rates.

 

[The_Doc_Man]

Come on, Cronk, lighten up. I'm trying to offer a light-hearted answer. You're taking it entirely too seriously.

FWIW, I rolled my 401k accumulation into an annuity type of setup with a highly reputable company, with the balance of about 60/40 high/low risk components - and I stayed away completely from REITs. That has been working for me quite well.