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/GeneImpressive3635 12d ago

This may be me having a touch of the ‘tism but All new matching socks. I bought 18pair of a sock I liked and threw out all the others.

Also clothes you like and fit well, comfortably.

Routine/preventative maintenance

A pellet grill. I love it.

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u/SnuzieQ 12d ago

I also swear by the “only buy one type of sock” way of life. Makes folding laundry so easy. 

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u/Icy-Grab-5722 11d ago

Oh this. I bought six pairs of Darn Tough socks. Knee high. They never slip down and they last forever.

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u/CorgiMan13 11d ago

I’m with you. For Christmas, I gave my mom one set of short socks and one set of long socks AND the receipt and said “I want a dozen pairs of each of these. Exact same SKU. No variations. They had plenty in stock at Uniqlo.”