The one stupid purchase every rich person makes

Chris Williamson · · 11 min

Chris Williamson explores why wealthy people keep buying oversized houses they regret, and argues that true financial success means controlling your time, not accumulating possessions.

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The gist

  1. Large houses are a near-universal regret among the wealthy, with most owners using only a small portion of 10,000-plus square feet.
  2. Williamson argues someone earning $50,000 a year with a free schedule is effectively wealthier than a billionaire tied to work they dislike.

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