Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[Deleted member 3518]

Happy new year guys ! Hopefully this year , this team can do something special , and help with the monotony of life . We all feel it I reckon . Don’t let the black dog get a firm grip over you . Even if it means arguing with no nothings like me on This place , just to let off some steam .

 

[hank37w]

Its like employing a financial planner
They are there to help you get the best return on your money

Financial planners being there to get you the best return is actually the complete opposite way to the way the industry works. Financial planners are there to take money out of your hand and offer nothing at all in return.

Warren Buffet agrees with me.

Just for the record, that is not my quote, I was responding to that quote.

My quote was,

"As long as we don’t employ Elijah’s financial planner.
Some of them don’t want to return your money."

So I guess, along with Warren Buffet we both agree on the usefulness of financial planners.

As a financial planner, thats a little offensive. There are plenty of good ones out there that you don't hear about. Its only the rogues that get the attention - all industries have them.

Sorry if I offended you, and I would agree that there are good and and bad operators in every industry, and I take it that you are one of the good ones in your industry.

I understand that there has been a bit of a shake up in the industry in recent times relating to disclosure of commissions and requirements to put clients' interests first and for financial advisors to disclose any conflicts of interest.

However, various inquires and Banking Royal Commissions haven't done a lot to enhance the reputation of financial advisors.

My own personal experience with 2 or 3 financial advisors that I have had initial meetings with haven't really given me the confidence to part with the 2 or 3 thousand dollars that they wanted to come up with a plan for my particular situation.

Thats fair enough Hank. The Royal Commission has started raising the bar ie. degree required etc which can only be good for the industry.

Many people are skeptical about advisers for good reason but hopefully that changes once the riff raff has exited.

Financial Planner (and my naivety) cost me $250K after investing in Great Southern and Timbercorp investments. I was lucky - some others committed suicide. Good and bad in every industry- I found the worst grub on the planet

Wow .. that’s a pretty horrific ordeal to go through mate ..
You must have a well paid job in order to recover ..

Went overseas and earned good money. Got me out of trouble. But cost me my marriage and a lot of mental stress I can tell you. Remarried and building a new house now - means a lot in so many ways mate. It’s been a journey

I went through the breast cancer crap with my ex...the chemo and therapy mixed with different drugs got the better of both of us...It really hurts when you personally know your doing your best but end up with a kick in the guts.I have remained very amicable because I know what she went through..in a word horrific..However,I almost wanted to drive my ute over the Macquarie pass because I was in a state of confusion and was hurting..Now I try and keep a sensible head on my shoulders because I know I would hurt family members in more ways than one by doing what I wanted to do..the WTs are my real oak in my life that helps me converse with my forum buddies as well as give me an interest in life..If I get to meet some one I hope she loves the WTs as much as I do..
Theres always hope I suppose...

Sorry about hijacking this thread guys...

Nothing to be sorry about Mate.

We've all probably been through hard times, but your particular situation has been really tough, but it looks like you are bouncing back and keeping a positive attitude.

Good to see you spending time on the forum as it sound like it's a good outlet for you and that you are getting enjoyment from it.

Don't ever be afraid to say what you think or what you feel on this forum as I believe that when it comes down to it the vast majority of people on here actually give a damn, even if we don't always agree on everything.

Hang in there and here's hoping that 2021 is a better year for everyone on this forum and for the Mighty Wests Tigers.

 

[Masterton]

There’s a lot of faith being put in Jimmy the Jet but there’s a good chance he doesn’t play much footy for us.

I think you’re off the mark there. First centre picked IMO.

Where’s all the feel good shots of him smiling around the boys and short clips of him burning up the turf?

He has been in some sort of rehab hasn't he? While at south's?


I think that was prior to the ‘coffee shop’ ‘hair fiasco’ meeting when Pascoe and Lee were ‘very impressed’ with him, I heard he’s training two days a week but haven’t seen any evidence of this.

My missus saw him at the Nabiac Hotel a couple of nights back. Pleasant and sober.

 

[cochise]

Its like employing a financial planner
They are there to help you get the best return on your money

Financial planners being there to get you the best return is actually the complete opposite way to the way the industry works. Financial planners are there to take money out of your hand and offer nothing at all in return.

Warren Buffet agrees with me.

Just for the record, that is not my quote, I was responding to that quote.

My quote was,

"As long as we don’t employ Elijah’s financial planner.
Some of them don’t want to return your money."

So I guess, along with Warren Buffet we both agree on the usefulness of financial planners.

As a financial planner, thats a little offensive. There are plenty of good ones out there that you don't hear about. Its only the rogues that get the attention - all industries have them.

Sorry if I offended you, and I would agree that there are good and and bad operators in every industry, and I take it that you are one of the good ones in your industry.

I understand that there has been a bit of a shake up in the industry in recent times relating to disclosure of commissions and requirements to put clients' interests first and for financial advisors to disclose any conflicts of interest.

However, various inquires and Banking Royal Commissions haven't done a lot to enhance the reputation of financial advisors.

My own personal experience with 2 or 3 financial advisors that I have had initial meetings with haven't really given me the confidence to part with the 2 or 3 thousand dollars that they wanted to come up with a plan for my particular situation.

Thats fair enough Hank. The Royal Commission has started raising the bar ie. degree required etc which can only be good for the industry.

Many people are skeptical about advisers for good reason but hopefully that changes once the riff raff has exited.

Financial Planner (and my naivety) cost me $250K after investing in Great Southern and Timbercorp investments. I was lucky - some others committed suicide. Good and bad in every industry- I found the worst grub on the planet

Wow .. that’s a pretty horrific ordeal to go through mate ..
You must have a well paid job in order to recover ..

Went overseas and earned good money. Got me out of trouble. But cost me my marriage and a lot of mental stress I can tell you. Remarried and building a new house now - means a lot in so many ways mate. It’s been a journey

I went through the breast cancer crap with my ex...the chemo and therapy mixed with different drugs got the better of both of us...It really hurts when you personally know your doing your best but end up with a kick in the guts.I have remained very amicable because I know what she went through..in a word horrific..However,I almost wanted to drive my ute over the Macquarie pass because I was in a state of confusion and was hurting..Now I try and keep a sensible head on my shoulders because I know I would hurt family members in more ways than one by doing what I wanted to do..the WTs are my real oak in my life that helps me converse with my forum buddies as well as give me an interest in life..If I get to meet some one I hope she loves the WTs as much as I do..
Theres always hope I suppose...

Sorry about hijacking this thread guys...

Nothing to be sorry about Mate.

We've all probably been through hard times, but your particular situation has been really tough, but it looks like you are bouncing back and keeping a positive attitude.

Good to see you spending time on the forum as it sound like it's a good outlet for you and that you are getting enjoyment from it.

Don't ever be afraid to say what you think or what you feel on this forum as I believe that when it comes down to it the vast majority of people on here actually give a damn, even if we don't always agree on everything.

Hang in there and here's hoping that 2021 is a better year for everyone on this forum and for the Mighty Wests Tigers.

I agree with this fully and feel that is a very good point for @Blaze @supercoach @TrueTiger and @tigersteve . I have dealt with some demons over the last 5 years and this forum has been a source of support for me during that time. There are so many people I disagree with regularly on here but these same people knowingly and unknowingly helped me through my darkest days. This place is home and a place of great support for me.

 

[twentyforty]

Its like employing a financial planner
They are there to help you get the best return on your money

Financial planners being there to get you the best return is actually the complete opposite way to the way the industry works. Financial planners are there to take money out of your hand and offer nothing at all in return.

Warren Buffet agrees with me.

Just for the record, that is not my quote, I was responding to that quote.

My quote was,

"As long as we don’t employ Elijah’s financial planner.
Some of them don’t want to return your money."

So I guess, along with Warren Buffet we both agree on the usefulness of financial planners.

As a financial planner, thats a little offensive. There are plenty of good ones out there that you don't hear about. Its only the rogues that get the attention - all industries have them.

Sorry if I offended you, and I would agree that there are good and and bad operators in every industry, and I take it that you are one of the good ones in your industry.

I understand that there has been a bit of a shake up in the industry in recent times relating to disclosure of commissions and requirements to put clients' interests first and for financial advisors to disclose any conflicts of interest.

However, various inquires and Banking Royal Commissions haven't done a lot to enhance the reputation of financial advisors.

My own personal experience with 2 or 3 financial advisors that I have had initial meetings with haven't really given me the confidence to part with the 2 or 3 thousand dollars that they wanted to come up with a plan for my particular situation.

Thats fair enough Hank. The Royal Commission has started raising the bar ie. degree required etc which can only be good for the industry.

Many people are skeptical about advisers for good reason but hopefully that changes once the riff raff has exited.

Financial Planner (and my naivety) cost me $250K after investing in Great Southern and Timbercorp investments. I was lucky - some others committed suicide. Good and bad in every industry- I found the worst grub on the planet

Wow .. that’s a pretty horrific ordeal to go through mate ..
You must have a well paid job in order to recover ..

Went overseas and earned good money. Got me out of trouble. But cost me my marriage and a lot of mental stress I can tell you. Remarried and building a new house now - means a lot in so many ways mate. It’s been a journey

I went through the breast cancer crap with my ex...the chemo and therapy mixed with different drugs got the better of both of us...It really hurts when you personally know your doing your best but end up with a kick in the guts.I have remained very amicable because I know what she went through..in a word horrific..However,I almost wanted to drive my ute over the Macquarie pass because I was in a state of confusion and was hurting..Now I try and keep a sensible head on my shoulders because I know I would hurt family members in more ways than one by doing what I wanted to do..the WTs are my real oak in my life that helps me converse with my forum buddies as well as give me an interest in life..If I get to meet some one I hope she loves the WTs as much as I do..
Theres always hope I suppose...

You’re right TT, there is always hope. During the Great Depression when many lived on bread cooked in dripping and rabbits, they looked for something to cheer about. And it came in the form of Phar Lap, Don Bradman and more recently Reg Gasnier and Gunsynd. I’m sorry Wests Tigers hasn’t quite lived up to our expectations but I feel something is happening. Yesterday I had a 2 hour phone con with my younger sister who has just been told she has breast cancer. After losing a younger sister already to the same battle she is almost inconsolable. We all have our battles, and you obviously have the courage to face yours. You’re not alone mate.

 

[earl]

Yesterday I had a 2 hour phone con with my younger sister who has just been told she has breast cancer. After losing a younger sister already to the same battle she is almost inconsolable.

Sorry to hear this. I wish your sister and your family well.

Yep. Life is pretty freaken tough at times. I don't know how we bear some of the things we have too but we do.

Pain and suffering are inevitable. Adversity is the test of strong men.

 

[851]

Its like employing a financial planner
They are there to help you get the best return on your money

Financial planners being there to get you the best return is actually the complete opposite way to the way the industry works. Financial planners are there to take money out of your hand and offer nothing at all in return.

Warren Buffet agrees with me.

Just for the record, that is not my quote, I was responding to that quote.

My quote was,

"As long as we don’t employ Elijah’s financial planner.
Some of them don’t want to return your money."

So I guess, along with Warren Buffet we both agree on the usefulness of financial planners.

As a financial planner, thats a little offensive. There are plenty of good ones out there that you don't hear about. Its only the rogues that get the attention - all industries have them.

Sorry if I offended you, and I would agree that there are good and and bad operators in every industry, and I take it that you are one of the good ones in your industry.

I understand that there has been a bit of a shake up in the industry in recent times relating to disclosure of commissions and requirements to put clients' interests first and for financial advisors to disclose any conflicts of interest.

However, various inquires and Banking Royal Commissions haven't done a lot to enhance the reputation of financial advisors.

My own personal experience with 2 or 3 financial advisors that I have had initial meetings with haven't really given me the confidence to part with the 2 or 3 thousand dollars that they wanted to come up with a plan for my particular situation.

Thats fair enough Hank. The Royal Commission has started raising the bar ie. degree required etc which can only be good for the industry.

Many people are skeptical about advisers for good reason but hopefully that changes once the riff raff has exited.

Financial Planner (and my naivety) cost me $250K after investing in Great Southern and Timbercorp investments. I was lucky - some others committed suicide. Good and bad in every industry- I found the worst grub on the planet

Wow .. that’s a pretty horrific ordeal to go through mate ..
You must have a well paid job in order to recover ..

Went overseas and earned good money. Got me out of trouble. But cost me my marriage and a lot of mental stress I can tell you. Remarried and building a new house now - means a lot in so many ways mate. It’s been a journey

I went through the breast cancer crap with my ex...the chemo and therapy mixed with different drugs got the better of both of us...It really hurts when you personally know your doing your best but end up with a kick in the guts.I have remained very amicable because I know what she went through..in a word horrific..However,I almost wanted to drive my ute over the Macquarie pass because I was in a state of confusion and was hurting..Now I try and keep a sensible head on my shoulders because I know I would hurt family members in more ways than one by doing what I wanted to do..the WTs are my real oak in my life that helps me converse with my forum buddies as well as give me an interest in life..If I get to meet some one I hope she loves the WTs as much as I do..
Theres always hope I suppose...

Sorry about hijacking this thread guys...

No problem, always someone here mate, PM me if you feel down and out, don't suffer alone

 

[Magpie1969]

Sorry to read some Forum Members and families going through tough times. Lost my Mother to breast cancer 11 years ago and Mother in law last year after a fall at home. My twins don't have any Grand Mother's alive. Hope everyone has a great 2021 and WT finally play semi finals this season. Stay safe and stay strong.

 

[bathursttiger1]

Yesterday I had a 2 hour phone con with my younger sister who has just been told she has breast cancer. After losing a younger sister already to the same battle she is almost inconsolable.

Sorry to hear this. I wish your sister and your family well.

Yep. Life is pretty freaken tough at times. I don't know how we bear some of the things we have too but we do.

Pain and suffering are inevitable. Adversity is the test of strong men.

There was an 18 month period in 1990/91 where We lost my wife’s Grandfather, my oldest brother, father-in-law, my father, my aunt, wife’s Grandmother, 2 if my wife’s great aunts, and 2 of her uncles.
We hated picking up the phone during that time as we wondered who was next.

 

[tony soprano]

What a way to start the year well done gents

 

[diedpretty]

There’s a lot of faith being put in Jimmy the Jet but there’s a good chance he doesn’t play much footy for us.

I think you’re off the mark there. First centre picked IMO.

Where’s all the feel good shots of him smiling around the boys and short clips of him burning up the turf?

He has been in some sort of rehab hasn't he? While at south's?


I think that was prior to the ‘coffee shop’ ‘hair fiasco’ meeting when Pascoe and Lee were ‘very impressed’ with him, I heard he’s training two days a week but haven’t seen any evidence of this.

My missus saw him at the Nabiac Hotel a couple of nights back. Pleasant and sober.

Probably had just tucked in to a curry or chilli pie from the bakery. Best pies on the mid north coast.

 

[Roar_Power]

There’s a lot of faith being put in Jimmy the Jet but there’s a good chance he doesn’t play much footy for us.

I think you’re off the mark there. First centre picked IMO.

Where’s all the feel good shots of him smiling around the boys and short clips of him burning up the turf?

He has been in some sort of rehab hasn't he? While at south's?


I think that was prior to the ‘coffee shop’ ‘hair fiasco’ meeting when Pascoe and Lee were ‘very impressed’ with him, I heard he’s training two days a week but haven’t seen any evidence of this.

My missus saw him at the Nabiac Hotel a couple of nights back. Pleasant and sober.


Probably had just tucked in to a curry or chilli pie from the bakery. Best pies on the mid north coast.

Bels Bakery up here in Port Macquarie has won some Aussie awards for their pies. Beautiful!

 

[Tiger5150]

Mentioned on here a few days ago that Mansour should be done by next week, but things have changed... Mansour has told a mate of mine 'Not happening news to me', unless he's lying but he seems like a good guy. Guess we have to wait and see what happens 🤷‍♂️

Thank God

 

[Tiger5150]

Its like employing a financial planner
They are there to help you get the best return on your money

Financial planners being there to get you the best return is actually the complete opposite way to the way the industry works. Financial planners are there to take money out of your hand and offer nothing at all in return.

Warren Buffet agrees with me.

Just for the record, that is not my quote, I was responding to that quote.

My quote was,

"As long as we don’t employ Elijah’s financial planner.
Some of them don’t want to return your money."

So I guess, along with Warren Buffet we both agree on the usefulness of financial planners.

As a financial planner, thats a little offensive. There are plenty of good ones out there that you don't hear about. Its only the rogues that get the attention - all industries have them.

Sorry if I offended you, and I would agree that there are good and and bad operators in every industry, and I take it that you are one of the good ones in your industry.

I understand that there has been a bit of a shake up in the industry in recent times relating to disclosure of commissions and requirements to put clients' interests first and for financial advisors to disclose any conflicts of interest.

However, various inquires and Banking Royal Commissions haven't done a lot to enhance the reputation of financial advisors.

My own personal experience with 2 or 3 financial advisors that I have had initial meetings with haven't really given me the confidence to part with the 2 or 3 thousand dollars that they wanted to come up with a plan for my particular situation.

Thats fair enough Hank. The Royal Commission has started raising the bar ie. degree required etc which can only be good for the industry.

Many people are skeptical about advisers for good reason but hopefully that changes once the riff raff has exited.

Financial Planner (and my naivety) cost me $250K after investing in Great Southern and Timbercorp investments. I was lucky - some others committed suicide. Good and bad in every industry- I found the worst grub on the planet

Wow .. that’s a pretty horrific ordeal to go through mate ..
You must have a well paid job in order to recover ..

Went overseas and earned good money. Got me out of trouble. But cost me my marriage and a lot of mental stress I can tell you. Remarried and building a new house now - means a lot in so many ways mate. It’s been a journey

I went through the breast cancer crap with my ex...the chemo and therapy mixed with different drugs got the better of both of us...It really hurts when you personally know your doing your best but end up with a kick in the guts.I have remained very amicable because I know what she went through..in a word horrific..However,I almost wanted to drive my ute over the Macquarie pass because I was in a state of confusion and was hurting..Now I try and keep a sensible head on my shoulders because I know I would hurt family members in more ways than one by doing what I wanted to do..the WTs are my real oak in my life that helps me converse with my forum buddies as well as give me an interest in life..If I get to meet some one I hope she loves the WTs as much as I do..
Theres always hope I suppose...

Sorry about hijacking this thread guys...

Hi TT, although not in an exact position as yourself, I’ve been walking your path with the same thoughts and feelings after the breakdown of my marriage.
However I buried an old mate a week ago because of the same issues and have sworn to not let my kids down and to push forward.
I don’t post on here much but this place for me too, is a little escape from a somewhat tortured life.
I would just like to give thanks to you all and the mods for making this forum what it is.
Keep your head up TT, and all others experiencing some pretty tough things out there.
It will get better.

Without clogging up the thread further, just wanted to say, been through it and pretty much coming out the other end. IF you or TT ever want a chat, send me a message.

 

[JC99]

Is jimmy the jet training full time from now on? When do they start back?

 

[diedpretty]

There’s a lot of faith being put in Jimmy the Jet but there’s a good chance he doesn’t play much footy for us.

I think you’re off the mark there. First centre picked IMO.

Where’s all the feel good shots of him smiling around the boys and short clips of him burning up the turf?

He has been in some sort of rehab hasn't he? While at south's?


I think that was prior to the ‘coffee shop’ ‘hair fiasco’ meeting when Pascoe and Lee were ‘very impressed’ with him, I heard he’s training two days a week but haven’t seen any evidence of this.

My missus saw him at the Nabiac Hotel a couple of nights back. Pleasant and sober.


Probably had just tucked in to a curry or chilli pie from the bakery. Best pies on the mid north coast.

Bels Bakery up here in Port Macquarie has won some Aussie awards for their pies. Beautiful!

I live at Lake Cathie - have had a few pies from Bels. Maybe this should be in the Pie Eating forum.

 

[Roar_Power]

Is jimmy the jet training full time from now on? When do they start back?

Yeah I think so from 1 Jan. Would be good to see him with some weight off and raring to go. Last chance saloon!

 

[sleeve]

Hey guys ,about 8 guys on Tigers at training pics that not in our top squad,i presume CC.Anyone got any info ? Like positions they play etc.

 

[JC99]

Hey guys ,about 8 guys on Tigers at training pics that not in our top squad,i presume CC.Anyone got any info ? Like positions they play etc.

Check the ‘new faces at training’ thread. There’s some detail on new players in there

 

[tony soprano]

There’s a lot of faith being put in Jimmy the Jet but there’s a good chance he doesn’t play much footy for us.

I think you’re off the mark there. First centre picked IMO.

Where’s all the feel good shots of him smiling around the boys and short clips of him burning up the turf?

He has been in some sort of rehab hasn't he? While at south's?


I think that was prior to the ‘coffee shop’ ‘hair fiasco’ meeting when Pascoe and Lee were ‘very impressed’ with him, I heard he’s training two days a week but haven’t seen any evidence of this.

My missus saw him at the Nabiac Hotel a couple of nights back. Pleasant and sober.


Probably had just tucked in to a curry or chilli pie from the bakery. Best pies on the mid north coast.

Bels Bakery up here in Port Macquarie has won some Aussie awards for their pies. Beautiful!


I live at Lake Cathie - have had a few pies from Bels. Maybe this should be in the Pie Eating forum.

My favourite is the one in kangaroo valley