Why $100,000 Feels Like NOTHING Today

Описание: We were raised to believe that $100,000 was the "magic number"— the milestone that meant you had finally "made it." But in 2026, the math has changed. In most major cities, $100k is no longer a flex; it’s just the cost of entry to a middle-class life that feels a lot like a struggle.
I’m 24 years old, I make $125,000 as a software engineer in New York City, and on paper, I should be rich. But after the system takes its cut, I’m living with roommates and realizing that the "Middle Class" dream we were sold is officially dead.
In this video, I’m breaking down the brutal math of the disappearing paycheck. We’ll look at:
The Tax Wall: How 30-40% of your energy is taken before you pay a single bill.
The Rent Prison: Why housing is now an extraction tool for private equity firms.
The Productivity vs. Wage Gap: Why you’re working 77% harder than your parents for 50% less purchasing power.
The Subscription Trap: Why the modern economy is designed to make sure you own nothing and pay forever.
This isn’t just about "lifestyle creep" or being bad with money. This is about a systematic erasure of ownership and the destruction of the path our parents took. If you’ve ever wondered why you're earning more than ever but still feel like you're drowning, this video will explain exactly why.
I’m also sharing my Early Exit Plan—how I’m using my $250k net worth and my NYC salary to strategically opt out of this rigged game before it burns me out.

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🔖 CHAPTERS 🔖
0:00 - The $100k Lie
1:41 - The Anatomy of a Disappearing Paycheck
4:32 - The Productivity Gap
6:12 - The Subscription Economy
7:42 - Why I am Opting Out
9:15 - It's Not Your Fault
10:09 - Conclusion