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Many people, whether they realize it or not, often differentiate or stratify based on wealth. People are often looked down upon if they are poor, and even the opinions and ideas of poor families are often ignored at family gatherings. Wealth is the most striking benchmark or indicator, along with position or holding a high position in a company or government. Wealth often influences a person's lifestyle, including food, transportation, clothing, and other resources, becoming the criteria for categorizing a person's financial status.
Here are some key characteristics of a community's financial condition according to GoBankingRates.com:
1. Housing
If someone has difficulty finding decent, comfortable, and safe housing, they are likely in the lower class.
2. Occupation
A person is considered middle class if they work in a managerial position or a job that requires expertise, but conversely, laborers with standard salaries are often classified as lower class.
3. Savings, Investments, and Emergency Funds
If someone lacks savings, an emergency fund, and investments, they are classified as lower class.
4. Lifestyle
If someone never takes vacations, attends concerts, eats out, etc., it indicates a limited budget.
5. Education
Generally, the higher the education level, the more likely someone is to hold a managerial or at least supervisory position. Low education often simply indicates economic limitations.
Here are some key characteristics of a community's financial condition according to GoBankingRates.com:
1. Housing
If someone has difficulty finding decent, comfortable, and safe housing, they are likely in the lower class.
2. Occupation
A person is considered middle class if they work in a managerial position or a job that requires expertise, but conversely, laborers with standard salaries are often classified as lower class.
3. Savings, Investments, and Emergency Funds
If someone lacks savings, an emergency fund, and investments, they are classified as lower class.
4. Lifestyle
If someone never takes vacations, attends concerts, eats out, etc., it indicates a limited budget.
5. Education
Generally, the higher the education level, the more likely someone is to hold a managerial or at least supervisory position. Low education often simply indicates economic limitations.