Americans Define Wealth in 2023

Written By Sara Smith

This was preferred by 69% to “maximizing my earnings even if it negatively impacts my work-life balance.”

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This was preferred by 67% to “leaving an inheritance.”

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This was preferred by 64% over “leaving an inheritance for my family.”

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63% chose this over “being successful.”

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62% preferred this over “having a lot of money.”

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60% chose this over “having a higher salary.”

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55% of respondents preferred this to “sacrifice experiences now in order to save money for later.”

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