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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP I have a mindset similar to your husbands and my DH and I have this talk all the time. Based on my upbringing (poverty level), taking on a large debt gives me anxiety. I want to shoot for way lower than we can afford because it is mentally more enjoyable/relaxing for me than amenities of a more expensive place would be. Maybe get your spouse to explain his approach/comfort level to you (without the numbers) and then make a plan that alleviates his concerns while getting you more of what you want (any outstanding debts paid off, more in savings, a verbal agreement that you won't switch or downgrade jobs until x goal happens, etc). [/quote]

Yes, it's just a bit of a philosophy approach, I am more relaxed/enjoy life more when I am able to spend the hard earned money on resonable things (nice convenient home, nice vacations etc).  A sort of work hard/play hard approach.  I know tomorrow is never guaranteed, and know too many horror stories about finally reaching retirement and having savings to travel etc. and not having the health, or spouse to do it with.  You can't take it with you.   [/quote]

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