What would u do?

Just a random question if somebody had a 50k goverment bond that will mature in 5 years but the person holding the bond got sick and it's 50/50 chance for the person to see the mature date. By cashing the bond now u would lose 10k of the bond meaning u would only get 40k instead of the 50k full mature amount.
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Would u try to wait it out and hope u get better to get the full mature amount or would u cash out the bond and take the penalty on it?

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Oneofthestormboys · 56-60, M

What a shame that you guys have to pay for your health in many cases…
Given the choice between health and wealth, I’d go for health.
You (or the person you’re referring to) could reinvest whatever is left over, and possibly claw it back over 5 years…

samueltyler2 · 80-89, M

@Oneofthestormboys too many in the US become indebted or worse bankrupt, because of the cost of medical care. Often though,often it isnt the direct cost that is the killer, rehab, home care, etc. H