Comments on: If You Won The Lottery, Would You Tell Anyone?

By: Allie

Allie — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 22:42:44 +0000

I’d give a lump sum to my family/church/whatever, then move to England or somewhere ASAP. My address would stay my secret. :p

By: jewel

jewel — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 06:45:00 +0000

I don’t think she’s a hypocrite. Most children do not know what to do with sudden wealth. Having them be self sufficient first is a good idea. I would say think before you judge!

By: angel

angel — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 22:02:32 +0000

Lmao. You’re allowed to splurge on yourself but your kids are too immature to handle ANY of your money? What a hypocrite.

By: brandon

brandon — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 04:44:05 +0000

No one would know
New country,name,trade,friends,family .. Start a new life

By: Twizzler

Twizzler — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 22:41:56 +0000

I would not tell anyone. ESPECIALLY my kids. They would have that money spent in a month I would put it in savings, and use it sparingly, to spoil MYSELF!! Which is something that rarely happens. Keep your fingers crossed !!

By: heck

heck — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 10:31:37 +0000

hmm,seeing as how i have tried,in vain,being the good guy my whole life,and treating everyone as nice as possible,with no form of gratitude,i’d have to say-NO,i wouldn’t tell anyone.assuming i were to win some crazy amount like $130 million____publicizing my winnings,be it formally or informally,would be dumb!people i have never met in my life would come out of the wood work,asking for hand outs and,that would truly suck!also there’s the robbery aspect that isn’t too appealing either.i would tell my god mother.i’d pay off “All” of her debts;all my debts,all my siblings’ debts,and explain to them,that i want to move to some undisclosed location.my family loves me and i know they’d understand.i would complete course work in college and ,hopefully find some means of employment that was beneficial to me,emothionally as well as beneficial to others.maybe volunteer at an animal shelter.i’d adopt a dog from the aspca,my fiance and i would get married privately,buy a small home in a low crime neighborhood,hire an attorney/accountant to help manage my finances. i’d also take course work in business,and finance to make sure i’m being taken for a sucker. personal security would be paramount.i’d find and hire only the most reputable executive protective services.and it would be extremely low profile.i’m not talking an 18 car convoy of suburbans and a 8 man security detail following me around @ all times.they’d be very unobtrusive,and inconspicuously placed.investing my money would be extraordinarily important. i’m not one for fancy,trendy stuff.sticking out like a sore thumb is foolish,and dangerous.i would not call attention to myself.who knows,maybe i’d keep the job i already have,and lie about having another job,so my hours would be cut.this would be a logical reason that would explain how i went from a ’99 honda civic-a 2008 honda accord.(i like that car);eventhough it’s not flashy,but then neither am i.eventually however i’d purchase the car of my dreams. i already know most people despise this car,but i really like it.this would be a dark metallic red bmw 740iL w/ tan leather interior.

By: Anonymoso

Anonymoso — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 22:55:05 +0000

I’d set up a blind trust and get the mother of all disguises: a race change. Then move to a place where I’m a match with the demographics. Of course, you make all involved doctors sign a nondisclosure agreement.

That’ll make it harder for family…

By: Kecia

Kecia — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 19:43:26 +0000

Just tired of being broke and crying for a break in life. I know I would do the right thang with my life and my money. All it takes to do the right thang is to be tired of being broke all the time. I mean really be tired…God knows I am. Just give me the oppurtuity and I’ll show you what to do with it. Bet I wouldn’t get bored and start doing stupid stuff!!! Just give me a shot at riches…not even that just a little money, enough to payoff my debts and get my credit fixed. I’ll be gucci!!

By: Kecia

Kecia — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 19:39:35 +0000

If I were blessed to actually win the lottery and not wake up and it all be a dream like usual!!!! I would truly change my life. I wouldn’t tell anyone, but I wouldn’t work either. I would quickly move away, hire me an attorney to make my credit A1 again, pay off those I owe, build and payoff my home with enough room for my kids in case life should deal them a sick hand like mine, buy new car – not elaborate or anything but nice – and pay it off. Set up trust funds for my kids that can never be touched but by them at an appoariate age. Splurge a little on clothing, hair, nails, shoes, etc just to pat myself on the back. But not to the point of going broke or anywhere close for that matter!!! Just having a little fun after the important stuff is taken care of!!! Money with common sense it always a beautiful thang. By the way…the word no ain’t a problem for me to say. People have been saying it to me all my life!!! It would be nice to return the favor!!

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 21:13:44 +0000

No, I wouldnt tell anyone. I’d put it in a trust fund under another name and pay off all my bills, donate to my church, pay off bills of my family without them knowing, and feed the hungry kids in a third world country. I would continue working just because I like my job.

By: Jonno

Jonno — Sun, 01 May 2011 01:30:12 +0000

I would tell people that I’ve made some good investments and keep it vague. Apart from my wife of 23 years, I wouldn’t tell anyone the truth as these things just rip families apart. Anyway, I’d treat the money like a salary, and if I did quit my job I’d just use the investments excuse again.
The 100 million would be very different though. It’d be impossible to hide so I honestly think that I’d just donate it all (and maybe buy myself a nice boat!)

By: Kelleigh

Kelleigh — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 15:53:03 +0000

Although I would want to tell my immediate family, best friend, and boyfriend, I’d keep it a secret if I am allowed to claim a huge prize anonymously. I can just imagine my closest family and friend feeling entitled to a large portion of the money. I would be generous with loved ones, but I don’t want them to have grand expectations or the lottery to change our relationship. As for spending, I would tithe, donate to charity, pay for my final year of college, assist family, improve my community, travel, purchase a home, new car, and waredrobe. When I graduate from the University of Michigan, I would still pursue an elementary teaching career in a struggling school district with time for myself during the summer. I’d use my salary to help provide stellar educational experiences. I would also establish a scholarship fund for my former students and U of M students in need.

By: Juke Box

Juke Box — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 20:58:29 +0000

I promise I am far better than you at math and I play the lottery.

By: plsmithjr

plsmithjr — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 00:57:07 +0000

I wouldnt tell a single soul!

By: MikeJ

MikeJ — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 23:40:43 +0000

Why tell anyone and risk the possibilty of getting robbed or murdered?Don’t get me wrong though,If I was suddenly blessed with that much money I would be break dancing for hours like the next person.I would simply deposit my cash and come into work the next day like nothing happened.But If I decided to quit my job I would pursue all of my career goals.I know people would ask “Your a millionare now whats the point of working?” and I would ask why not have the best of both worlds of having job that you love WITH the finaciall freedom?