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I like paper statements rather than relying on computers. I feel more in control if my account details and transactions are broken down on paper.
If you've been frugal during your life and tried to save, you're penalised by the tax system. You pay tax on your wages, your savings and even your private pension.
I bought my first house when I was 24 for £19,500 and it was sold two years ago for £256,000. I've always made profit on my houses.
I don't spend and save whenever I have spare cash. I dislike people who boast about money.
During my early days as a sportsman and early career as a policeman, things were tight. In athletics I competed as an amateur and, although I might have received some expenses, very little came my way in earnings.
When you experience having nothing you value everything - and that applies to all aspects of life.
In my view, the money is poorly spent and given willy-nilly to people unlikely to get on the winning rostrum.
I hate my Visa card but have to use it for diesel, insurance and big items. I prefer paying by cash whenever possible because that way I feel as if I've got a better grasp on what I'm spending.
Being born not long after the war meant that money was tight. I grew up in a rural corner of Lincolnshire and my father worked on local farms. Being one of nine kids meant we didn't have much.
One thing which frustrates me about state pensions is the disparity between EU countries.
It seems that nearly every week there is a problem where information is leaked or computers hacked. I'm conscious of keeping my details as safe as possible. I might be old but I'm still bright and prefer to go into my local branch and see a face.
