Building Quote by Dave Ramsey
“A vacation home is a wonderful 'extra' as you start building wealth. Remember, though, it's still basically a very large, very expensive toy.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Total Money Makeover", 2003
A vacation home can boost wealth building but remains a costly, non‑essential asset, essentially a luxury toy.
In simple terms: Vacation homes are luxury assets, not necessities.
Treat extra property as a discretionary expense.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- investment decisions
- tax considerations
- family vacations
- retirement planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is the extra property worth the ongoing costs?
- How does it fit your overall financial goals?
Market downturns can devalue such assets quickly.