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Gambling is a contract between a swindler and a fool. Usually only one of them knows which one he is. -
My advice is invest now, and sometime between here and the next 20 years you will see a return.
A better question is how long will interest rates stay low for...The cycle of life: born > learn > work > learn > dead.Comment
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IMO a very long time. Economic problems caused by borrowing can be solved by borrowing? I still think more trouble to come.Originally posted by chris79 View PostA better question is how long will interest rates stay low for...Comment
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That's the plan.Originally posted by TimberWolf View PostWould all our problems be solved if we put an extra zero on all bank notes?
How did this happen? Who's to blame? Well certainly there are those more responsible than others, and they will be held accountable, but again truth be told, if you're looking for the guilty, you need only look into a mirror.
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Certainly would for anyone with 10% of their savings in gold.Originally posted by TimberWolf View PostWould all our problems be solved if we put an extra zero on all bank notes?Comment
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Could be those with money are putting money into shares as they're no longer making gains on property.
There again it's all make-believe to me. Money (ie contracts) no longer exist.Speaking gibberish on internet talkboards since last Michaelmas. Plus here on TwitterComment
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No. But if you add extra zeros on all your notes, you'll be sorted.Originally posted by TimberWolf View PostWould all our problems be solved if we put an extra zero on all bank notes?Originally posted by MaryPoppinsI'd still not breastfeed a naziOriginally posted by vetranUrine is quite nourishingComment
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I tried that but couldn't get anybody to take them. My new million pound note is literally not worth the paper it's written on!Originally posted by d000hg View PostNo. But if you add extra zeros on all your notes, you'll be sorted.Rule Number 1 - Assuming that you have a valid contract in place always try to get your poo onto your timesheet, provided that the timesheet is valid for your current contract and covers the period of time that you are billing for.
I preferred version 1!Comment
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