MSN Money - The hidden costs of too much stuff

MSN Money - The hidden costs of too much stuff: "The hidden cost of stuff
Glink's point is that most of us aren't thinking. And so we buy another TV, better speakers, more shoes, another suit, a second car, a new set of dishes, more towels, plus that boat we've always wanted -- without stopping to consider:


Is it necessary?
Can I afford it?
And the most important: What is this new thing really costing me?"