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Originally Posted by Daefuin [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Not necessarily true. Only reason I'm not playing online poker is because of the shutdown in America and not wanting to move. I have plenty of friends still making 6 figure incomes playing online poker in various countries, Canada mainly. Each of them plays a varying amount, depending on their ability to table select, multitable, and what stakes they are playing. Missing a month or even playing only 3-4 tables while leveling is very possible.

For what it's worth, I don't think any of my poker friends that are still in the game have financial advisors. Granted, a modest 6 figure income isn't exactly world beating - but it is respectable for the time, effort, and education required. Most either don't invest (wisely) or they are making a living for a family and live off a strict budget. I don't personally know any players approaching 7 figures though if that is your typical salary range per client.

6 figures is respectable and can lead to serious wealth if you are on a real financial plan. You are probably right that most poker players do not have the discipline to have a real financial plan and most likely fail in the long run.

For those that play poker and make over 100k a year - they most likely put in 60+ hours a week grinding it out. You can make the same in a real profession working less hours and actually producing a value to society.

Then again if you are lazy and can't interact socially outside the safety of a computer screen I see how poker can be a good alternative.