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What does it mean?
Investing in luxury items may not be worth it if usage is rare.
In plain terms
Why spend extra on something you hardly use?
What can you take from it?
Match quality to frequency of use.

Where it applies

  • buying gear
  • home purchases
  • frequent flyers

Putting it to work

  • assess usage before buying
  • prioritize need over brand

Questions to consider

  • What items do you rarely use?
  • Is luxury worth it for occasional use?

Another view

Durability might matter more than frequency.

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