…why not ask “how can I afford that”?

While browsing the The Carnival of 20-Somethings Finance, I saw a post called Tori Spelling - Unsung Financial Hero? that caught my attention.

If you like reality shows (me, not so much, but I actually caught part of this episode on one of my ‘unable to sleep’ nights), you may be familiar with Tori and Dean - Home Sweet Hollywood.  On a recent episode, Tori and Dean were looking at new houses to buy, and they were looking at one that was twice their budget.

When I have money, I get rid of it quickly, lest it find a way into my heart.  ~John Wesley

I got a chuckle out of this quote.  But I also realized how true this is for many people.

As a financial planner, I see people at all levels of income and assets.  It always surprises me when the people who make the most money seem to have the least amount of assets.  Why is this?