Quick question, how much money would you have to make to feel financially secure?

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This really depends on your personal situation, where you live, etc.
My wife and I combined make about 165k and we feel VERY comfortable. But we don't have kids and live in a moderate cost of living area in a small home that we can easily afford on one income.

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