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On the other hand its probably better in the trades today than 25 years ago. I have met a lot of early 20 year old tradespeople in recent years. Many have all the toys you would not expect by their mid 20s like a newer car and property. Unions seem much stronger today as well.

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Sure, but check back in on them in 30 years and see how well their bodies work. Tradework pays very well these days but you can’t avoid the physical toll.

Its not like the office workers sitting all day are faring better as they age.

At 53 and having lived both lives, I beg to differ.

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