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The Spectacular Way Rich People Lose Their Wealth
The tour bus coasted down Bellevue Avenue in Newport, RI as I listened to the scandal of each mansion. Wealthy titans, and their heirs, built these summer cottages during the Gilded Age. The history of each home took a turn for the worse. A mistress created one mansion while an heiress lost another because the…
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How Rich People Make Buying Decisions in 2023
I wondered, there must be a way that rich people make buying decisions. I continued to scroll through the page. Carmina shoemaker produces some of the finest shoes in the world. One pair might only be about $600. I can afford it. Should I afford it though? I want to take care of myself right?…
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How Wealthy People Buy Quality Goods in 2023
“It is a lot of money.” my wife said. “But, it is very nice and I have not had one this nice before. Can I see if my things fit in it?” The sales associate beamed “of course!” and opened the designer purse so my wife could make sure her usual purse items would fit.…
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Obviously, Rich People Do Not Watch Television Frequently
Rich people do not watch television frequently. Here is why. “Stop ruining the movie!” my friend shouted “I haven’t seen this yet!” “I haven’t seen it before” I said. Confused silence came from the other end of the couch. Over the last decade, I rated over 800 movies on IMDB. This is not an accomplishment,…
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Respond to Rude Money Comments the Wealthy Way
I did not expect to respond to rude money comments over the loud music. I slowed at the crosswalk and my passenger shouted… “The song won’t load on your phone!” as he searched for something different to play through the car speakers. “I don’t have a data plan!” I replied. “WHAT!? Data is cheap!” my…