Sorry DC that was a major typo. I said majority but meant minority. Weird you can't see the results.
The result was 75% pay down debts, 25% invest. I really thought it would be close to 50/50. Seems like that result doesn't surprise you though.
If you read my comment, you'll see that I did not vote, as I was sure the results were predictable. I just went back and voted and voila, there were the expected results. I was just figuring out that was probably a typo. Thanks for the clarification, CS.
Here's what gets me about these numbers. This is not a get out of debt blog, it's a grow your 'stache, do what you want with the rest of your life blog. Sure, getting out of debt is an important step, but those who don't have consumer debt are being underserved, IMHO. Tools to build wealth are vitally important to FI. The earlier you "buy" them, the less they cost. That's the message that's missed on the majority of PF blogs.
Finally, if I mention that I'm FIRE, it ain't bragging around here. (I was comparatively old when I left the rat race at 54, so I don't think I'm all that.) I'm saying hey, it can be done and it's not as hard as you think. Pete's awesome, but he's not an outlier. Anyone with focus, determination and perseverance can do it. Yet even after FIRE, there's still plenty to learn, which is why I keep coming back.
I love the thought that my experience might make it a little easier for someone else, particularly for single women who aren't huge wage earners. I enjoy the positive reinforcement and the variety of viewpoints here. Just not the one-note screamers.