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Originally Posted by cypher1

Simplest answer is one's priorities in life. After paying yourself first, built up EF, and cover needs for living, wants are next for making life more enjoyable. As an example, ever since I've bought my house (over a year ago) I hate to admit that I've become more materialistic. Before then, car projects and saving were my only priorities besides family. Now all my "want" money is put towards my home theater system, nice furniture, projects of finishing my garage and repairing my deck. Why? To keep up with my neighbors, or show family what I "own"? Heck no. Comfort in using the items, enjoying them everyday. While others spend money on traveling all over, buying a fancy car, or gambling, we all have different/expensive tastes in life. I guess that's why I really couldn't care less what people do with their money as long as they can comfortably afford after need vs want.

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