Some Publishers Clearing House Winners Are Facing the End of 'forever' Prizes
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Some Publishers Clearing House winners are facing uncertainty about their 'forever' prizes due to the company's financial troubles, sparking concern and sympathy among readers.
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Man that's sad ... dude what is that person doing with that cash? Just blowing it all every week?
Most people succumb to lifestyle creep, and if he’s in a major city it’s pretty easy to spend that sort of money without even accessing extreme luxury. Nice (oversized) home, nice (probably oversized) car, nice clothes, nice vacations. Dine out a few times a week. Personal trainers and housekeepers and gardeners and golf and general purpose keeping up with the joneses.