Syracuse Suburban Sprawl, good or bad?

[SteveMax58]

Originally Posted by jrice

I'm not really cheap, I figure I work hard for my money and I might as well enjoy it--but I do still save for retirement, an economic downturn, and sons education

Yeah, the only thing I'm not overly cheap on is my home. Certainly not unaffordable but it is my only source of debt.

I think we all have our preferences and as long we don't skimp on the things we prefer then I don't see where anybody has to justify what they do.

[RollsRoyce]

Originally Posted by jrice

I'm not really cheap, I figure I work hard for my money and I might as well enjoy it--but I do still save for retirement, an economic downturn, and sons education

I couldn't have said it better. In my opinion, people shouldn't be villified for purchasing something lavish as long as they can afford it. Although I despise people who excessively flaunt status symbols or purchase something for the sole purpose of showing it off to others, I see nothing wrong with buying something upscale. It makes more sense purchasing a high quality, tangible item than spending $300 for a 1 night stay in a luxury hotel or having an expensive dinner. Tangible goods will provide value and enjoyment long after the excitement of a lavish dinner or nice vacation subsides. Just my two cents.

[jrice]

Originally Posted by RollsRoyce

I couldn't have said it better. In my opinion, people shouldn't be villified for purchasing something lavish as long as they can afford it. Although I despise people who excessively flaunt status symbols or purchase something for the sole purpose of showing it off to others, I see nothing wrong with buying something upscale. It makes more sense purchasing a high quality, tangible item than spending $300 for a 1 night stay in a luxury hotel or having an expensive dinner. Tangible goods will provide value long after the excitement of a lavish dinner or nice vacation subsides. Just my two cents.

Thats my feeling exactly. Alot of people ask if I used to go to the casinos alot when I lived in Vegas and my response always is, I'd rather spend the $300 on something tangible than give it to a mega corporation