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“Never take a loan against your retirement! When you pay interest against your retirement, you cost yourself interest.” quote by Dave Ramsey
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“Never take a loan against your retirement! When you pay interest against your retirement, you cost yourself interest.”

Dave Ramsey

About This Quote

Source Book: The Total Money Makeover, Dave Ramsey, 2003

Borrowing against retirement erodes future security; paying interest reduces the nest egg you intend to protect.

In simple terms: Don't borrow from your retirement; it harms your future.

Key Takeaway

Protect your retirement from debt.

Themes

financial responsibility future planning interest costs

Mood

cautious practical

Type

financial advice

When to use this quote

  • retirement planning
  • loan decisions
  • budgeting
  • investment strategy

Key Concepts

personal finance risk management

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can you build an emergency fund to avoid this?
  • What alternatives exist if you need cash?
A Different Perspective

Unexpected emergencies may force borrowing, challenging the rule.

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