Interesting Observation

I was visiting with one of the vendors of old tractor parts that most of you know & have probably dealt with in the past just as I do.

Anyway, we got to talking about people in general and their honesty. Offhandedly, I made the comment that I would assume that about 99% of all people were basically good, honest people.

He retorted that "No, that isn't how it works. 50% of all my customers are just plain no good. Out of that 50%, 25% are total deadbeats and the other 25% always have some kind of a lame excuse for non payment."

Just thought that this was interesting,

Allan

Interesting topic...

Statistically speaking, the average credit score in the US is 670, on a scale of 300-850. With a score of 670, I would expect a loss ration (on car loans) at 5.6%. Thus 94.4% of the folks are honest.

On a personal level, I have found this to hold relatively constant. One can certainly find their share of long haired, maggot infested, dope smoking, left leaning, FM types, but for the most part, people tend to be decent.

Have a good'un.

Dug

I have never in my life gyped a person and never will. I also have no qualms about telling people about a bad experiance with another. Bad actors should be outed for the dirtballs they are. Problem with that is if you talk about a bad experience with a person too much they take your butt to court for defamation of chaacter or sumptin'.

One thing that is very refreshing is dealing with extremely trusting people. The first time that I bought from Taylor Equipment and he said he would just send an invoice with the parts, I couldn't believe it. Most people want to charge your credit card or clear the check long before they ship the item. Needless to say, I will faithfully buy from him even if I can find an item cheaper(which I usually can't).

Did you know that 72% of all statistics are made up on the spot?

Oh well...It's early.

I try to believe that MOST people are honest. That seems to work in my favor. Treat people the way you want to be treated, I say.

I've had a grand total of 4 people try to "stiff" me on sales or service fees over the years. Out of the hundreds I've dealt with, that isn't bad odds.

I'm all in favor of making name PUBLIC RECORD when someone is a crook though. No reason why EVERYONE needs to be ripped off, just because they got me or you.

In addition to my "day job" and the farm, I buy and sell used farm equipment, and do "custom farming". MOST of the work I do, and MOST of the equipment I sell, is to the YUPPIE population that's invading our area. They tend to want a lot for nothing. They also want to use equipment, then return it after they get their job done. I'm not in the "loaner" business.

Doctors and lawyers tend to be the worst when it comes to paying on time. Real estate agents are just as bad. I won't even consider working for home builders anymore. Most of them are nothing short of criminals....

I tend to pass up "deals' that look shady. I try to deal in cash as much as possible. Checks over $500 must clear the bank before anything leaves the yard. (UNLESS I know the person)

Life is too short to be putting yourself in stressfull situations that can be avoided.

"Don't take any wooden nickels" John

Problem I pay for that crap with the prices I have to pay for what I buy.

That's just plain stealing and they let them do it.

Mark

PS:If you want to take some time off to come up North, and help me haul hay, I promise to pay you just as soon as I sell my horse...

The vendor I was talking to is the highest regarded one on this board; pretty straight shooter.

Allan

Not trying to head down a political path with this, but have you heard the latest & can ya believe it? Now they are bellyaching 'cause the VP got a flu shot! :>)

Allan

No, that isn't how it works.

Anyone, anywhere over the age of 65 who has a pacemaker is allowed the shots. Further, these folks are notified by their doctors to come in and get it as soon as possible for their well-being.

It has absolutely nothing to do, in any way whatsoever, with the leadership in the country.

It is a purely medical call. The reason I'm spouting all this, is because this is what I do for a living and am privy to this info.

Although I'd admit, a left-leaner would sure like to make this practice a political football.

Allan

If that is indeed so, then you of course, have a pretty firm grasp on the stick and I'm definitely with you and your thinking.

But, I was only talking about the VP.

Last week the local Doctor here called my folks. My step dad has a pacemaker; both mom and he are in their 80s.

They went into his offices as requested, mom thinking she would just get the shot also since she was in there. They wouldn’t let her have the shot, as she wasn't high risk as he was with the pacemaker.

Peace Bro, :>)

Allan

"This wheat should be planted," she said. "Who will plant this grain of wheat?" "Not I," said the Duck.

"Not I," said the Cat.

"Not I," said the Dog.

"Then I will," said the Little Red Hen. And she did.

Soon the wheat grew to be tall and yellow.

"The wheat is ripe," said the Little Red Hen. "Who will cut the wheat?" "Not I," said the Duck.

"Not I," said the Cat.

"Not I," said the Dog.

"Then I will," said the Little Red Hen. And she did.

When the wheat was cut, the Little Red Hen said, "Who will thresh the wheat?"

"Not I," said the Duck.

"Not I," said the Cat.

"Not I," said the Dog.

"Then I will," said the Little Red Hen. And she did.

When the wheat was threshed, the Little Red Hen said, "Who will take this wheat to the mill?"

"Not I," said the Duck.

"Not I," said the Cat.

"Not I," said the Dog.

"Then I will," said the Little Red Hen. And she did.

She took the wheat to the mill and had it ground into flour. Then she said, "Who will make this flour into bread?"

"Not I," said the Duck.

"Not I," said the Cat.

"Not I," said the Dog.

"Then I will," said the Little Red Hen. And she did.

She made and baked the bread. Then she said, "Who will eat this bread?"

"Oh! I will," said the Duck.

"And I will," said the Cat.

"And I will," said the Dog.

"No, No!" said the Little Red Hen. "I will do that." And she did.

And so, ends the lesson for today. :>)

Allan

Back when I was self employed (electrician) I would send out 3 bills and then send the sheriff with a summons to small claims court. That worked for me.

Fellow I was working for many years ago said the farmers back up in the hills would pay before the farmers down in the valley with their nice house and barn and new tractor.

steveormary