I don't think they would be. Stupid crap to keep up with the Joneses is running me $1000 a month whereas a hooker is what, $200 an hour plus risk of jail time

I don't think they would be. Stupid crap to keep up with the Joneses is running me $1000 a month whereas a hooker is what, $200 an hour plus risk of jail time and disease? Plus there is some inherent value in a nice place and a nice car besides showing off :)