I think the medium term goals are very important to understand for a person to get the best equipment. But if they don't know or can't guess their medium term goals, we have to suggest things based on their current goals.

I think there are very few people who should get the D610 as their first DSLR or a f/2.8 pro zoom as their first interchangeable lens. I think most people benefit from getting used to a DSLR with an entry-level camera (D3x00/D5x00) with a consumer lens, until they decide exactly what would best serve their photographic goals. Maybe the next step is the D7100 or the D800, but not the D610. Maybe their next lens is the 70-200mm f/4, not the 24-70mm f/2.8 or 70-200mm f/2.8. Or maybe it's the 28-300mm plus the 85mm f/1.8. Very few people can make that choice well before they have their first DSLR. And those few aren't likely to ask us for advice.

I also don't think it makes sense to suggest $4000 of equipment instead of $1000, when the entry-level DSLR takes very good photos. Yes, the $4k will take slightly better pictures, but the skills of the photographer are a much bigger factor in the better pictures, so using the cheaper camera is fine to learn on.

I assume since you shoot top end kit you are a very experienced photographer with the means to enjoy this calling at the highest level. But it might not be your desire to tolerate those with less background than you or to respond to the post you cite from today without calling the poster lazy. The question might not really be about money but that might be the way they ultimately get to the right set of considerations. It's about why they're taking up this hobby, what he/she wants to do, where/when/how much they will shoot, what level of photographic competence they have, what kind of PP will they do. They might not even know to ask these questions. It doesn't make them lazy or idiots--it shows us they are beginners on the journey. And if we, hopefully with a bit more experience, can guide them to answer those kinds of questions, they will decide what their budget should be.

We ARE a form of research. And not just for beginners but for many with--supposedly--LOTS of experience with problems that could likely be solved in ways other than posting to this forum.
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I think Tigger's point is this--if you don't want to help a newbie with basic questions in a polite, understanding, calm manner, then don't respond. That's cool and everyone will understand. If you do chose to respond, take into account the audience. It isn't an enthusiast but a beginner looking not just for information and facts, but for understanding, guidance and help.