It's hard being on coastal watch, but there are around million creatures that are trying to kill you in the water - someone has to do it. The company has had to take out loans in various forms over the years to keep going - people have even taken out a personal loan and donated them to the company to keep it alive. I personally haven't done that, but I'd considerate if it meant keeping the company going.
For the people who take out a loan and donate it, a personal loan calculator is really useful. It just lets them know how much can I borrow, how much interest do I have to pay,
and things like that. I'd definitely make the most of a loan calculator if I ever took out online loans - I've seen the difference they make to peoples finances.
Because the company is a non-profit, we don't make much money, so a repayment calculator is in order. I think we all stick around because we love what we do, and we know it's relevant and necessary. Places in north Queensland like Townsville need the Australian Coastal Watch to keep them safe - there are sharks and box jellyfish up there, it's dangerous and we're protecting the community.
I have wondered 'how much can I borrow?', but I think I'll deal with that when it comes around. There are a few others who haven't donated yet, and maybe we'll get financial backing one day - who knows. Anything could happen. I'm going to take each day as it comes, knowing I'm doing my very best to keep going. It's an excellent job, I love what I do, and I couldn't be happier. At the end of the day, it's just money, and I'm 90 so it doesn't really matter what I spend.
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