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New Powerball Winner Marie Holmes who was one of three winners of a $564 million jackpot, says she plans to buy a new car and new home with the money.
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In a news conference in Raleigh this afternoon, Holmes says she’s excited about what the future holds, but says this jackpot will not change her. Holmes says there were seven people living in her home and now they will be able to have their own place.
“I am humbled and grateful for the opportunities this has created for my family,” Holmes said.
Holmes opted for the $127 million lump sum payment. That means Holmes will take home almost $88 million after taxes. Holmes plans to donate to religious and charitable organizations, finish her college degree, buy her mother a house, and secure the future for her three daughters – and her seven year-old son who has cerebral palsy.
“I hope that this moment can shine a light on the challenges faced by children and adults with cerebral palsy,” Holmes said. “Not everyone understands what cerebral palsy is, and what it means to a family. I hope our story can help change that.”
In addition to helping her family, Holmes says she’s excited to use some of the money to travel.
Until recently, Holmes supported her four children by working jobs at Wal-Mart, Food Lion, KFC, McDonald’s and Subway.
Agencies/Canadajournal
And let’s hope that she gets some sound, solid financial advice from a reputable source, and thereafter fade from the public eye, in order to protect herself from all the scammers and moochers (related and non) who would love to get their grubby hands on her newfound fortune.
$88 million after winning one-third share of $564 million. Still a massive sum, but didn’t it shrink alarmingly! Anyway, many congrats to the lady. Me, I’m still waiting for the big one! But like they say, you’ve got to be in it to win it. So, I’ve made up a little free and just-for-fun page which generates your own “Personal Quick Pick” numbers. Who knows, it could work – you just never know your luck! I don’t pretend to have all the answers, but as I say, it is completely free and just for a bit of fun, so look out for “VillaLibra Lucky Numbers” if you’re interested.