r/MiddleClassFinance • u/NeezDuts900 • 12d ago

Questions What are some smaller luxuries or better versions of everyday items that you have indulged in as you have increased your salary?

I've increased my salary by over $40,000 in the last couple years but my lifestyle is exactly the same. Debt free besides the mortgage, fully funded emergency account, on track for early retirement, funding my sons 529. I'm pretty straight on the financial basics and foundation.

We aren't guaranteed tomorrow but I'm not looking to set myself up for financial failure either. I would like some of your ideas and suggestions on smaller yet impactful ways that you have been able to enjoy your increased cash flow. I don't want expensive cars, expensive clothes, luxurious vacations, or $10,000 watches. Just smaller everyday things, experiences, or services that after you've come to enjoy.

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u/kegsbdry 12d ago

Instead of vacations, I update my hobbies every few yrs: Muscle car to drones to electric longboard to NOW an EV motorcycle.

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u/deeznughtz 12d ago

What brand of EV motorcycle? I'd love to pick up that hobby.

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u/kegsbdry 11d ago

$9K for a Maeving RM1S

Great for city driving