We all know an iPhone costs $2,000 in the long run, but what are the true costs of a pet or a child? Mint.com has compiled a wide-angle overview, though the details will obviously vary by household.
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There is a big difference between an iPhone and a pet or child, is there not?
Damn, that’s actually a lot cheaper than I expected to raise a child!
They left out rehab and the costs of having the meth lab in the basement disassembled.
I’d rather have gadgets than small children. I’ve tried both and, hell, my [adult] kids would choose gadgets over children.
@howdyhowdydoda: Yep, the iPhone is more useful than a pet or child.
Yeah, except what kid do you know is off the payroll at 17? That’s not even counting the college years, when they rack up costs at astronomically high levels.