Overall, the 80s were a happy time. Today ... not so much.
The end of the 80’s were good times. The beginning of the 80’s?....Not much!
I graduated from professional school in 1979. I faced 20% interest rate when trying to open a practice. (Seriously, no kidding!) The mortgage on our house was 15%. For 5 years my husband and I dedicated ourselves to paying off debt. Wow! Was that ever a relief!