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Tue, 19 May 2026 02:55:36 -0700
Andy from private IP, post #16390715

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I have a new purchasing matrix to prevent my wife from strangling me

I have a bit of a spending problem, which has caused friction at home.  So I came up with a new decision tree/matrix for purchases that has already been really
helpful:


Andy’s Purchasing Matrix

Each item is a scale of 1-10:

1.  Adds value to my life and/or work.

2.  Timeliness/urgency.

3.  Makes economic sense and is aligned with family priorities.

4.  If not used for 3 months, will I be embarrassed that I bought this?

5.  How do other people feel about this purchase?

6.  Will this purchasing decision risk my/family's financial security?

7.  What is the cool factor/brand effect of this purchase?


I've run a few of upcoming decisions through this matrix and some examples are:

A Ferrari for my law partner is borderline, but likely a good decision.
A Rolex Daytona for me is a no-brainer in favor.
A Ferrari for me does not make any sense, at least right now.
The broadcast audio console we have is a sure yes, with some caveats.
Personal coaching is a no-brainer (it's how I came up with this matrix).

How do people evaluate purchases?  I don't make normal decisions on buying things, so this is helpful to me.

#Hobbies #LawFirm 


Tue, 19 May 2026 07:32:44 -0700
whiteguyinchina from private IP
Reply #13831061

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It sounds like you have a bit of a drinking problem as well, champ. A kegerator just for your own use? Wjw


Tue, 19 May 2026 07:44:04 -0700
Wily from private IP
Reply #10119167

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I think I was too poor growing up and in my 20s to actually know how to spend money on myself.  Luckily I have a Shanghainese wife so I don't have to worry
about having too much money lying around! 


Tue, 19 May 2026 07:59:16 -0700
phosita from private IP
Reply #16952532

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As to #5, stop caring. Come on, man.

How are #3 and #6 meaningfully distinct? 


Tue, 19 May 2026 08:18:12 -0700
whiteguyinchina from private IP
Reply #17001226

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I bought a mid 1990s typewriter in china for like 50 bucks, I am sure everyone thinks this purchase was idiotic. Still i think its cool. I like click clicking
on that thing. Makes me feel like a time traveler.


Tue, 19 May 2026 21:42:50 -0700
marlon from private IP
Reply #16000928

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if Sugar strangled me i would die laughing



 @16000928 Andy 🤣
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