(Newser) – The Daily Beast has turned its list-making prowess to wealth, following up articles on how to know you’ll get married … or cheat … with one that outlines 15 signs that you’ll be rich. Cross your fingers, and read on:

  1. It’s good to be good looking: Attractive men earn 9% more than their homely counterparts; women earn 4% more.
  2. Homecoming queens luck out: Those who were popular in high school earn 10% more than their more friendless classmates.

  1. Drinkers have something to toast to: Those who tipple earn 10% to 14% more than abstainers.
  2. Check your family tree: People of Russian ancestry are disproportionately rich in America; 22% of households headed by persons of Russian ancestry have a net worth of $1 million or more.
  3. Blonds have more than fun: Blonds women earn 7% more than the rest of the female population. Bonus: Blonds also marry men who earn 6% more than the hubbies of non-blonds.

Don’t lose heart … there are still 10 more signs to go.

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