A one time farmer and sporting goods store manager gives back to small communities in his area. His frugality and wise investing allows him to bless others with the fruits of his labor. Though he lives a nondescript middle-class lifestyle, he gives like the millionaire he is. Mr. Paulson is an inspiration and very fitting of the title “Surprise Millionaire”.
This is really what becoming wealthy is about. Some see gathering wealth as evil, but people who become wealthy are able to give and help people a lot more than those who spend everything. As I like to say, it is easier to save someone who is drowning if you’re standing firmly on the shore.
My thoughts exactly!
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So is it better to give away most of your money as you go or to become wealthy first, then make bigger gifts? Here’s one example of the latter, from The Surprise Millionaires.