What Are Your Financial Values?

You shouldn't tell others how much money you have.

When it comes to my finances, I don't sweat the small stuff.

Poor people are undisciplined.

Money provides security.

People will want to take advantage of you if they find out you are wealthy.

People are essentially honest.

The smarter you are, the more money you will make.

It's important to diligently keep track of all income and expenditures.

If I see a dime on the sidewalk, I'll stop to pick it up.

Sometimes I trade stocks for fun.

I often worry about how much things cost.

I am concerned about others' financial well-being.

I am not interested in theoretical discussions about my financial future.

I am disciplined with my spending.

I like to talk to acquaintances about my investments.

I am not bothered by fluctuations in the market values of my assets.

I believe people are essentially generous.

I enjoy thinking about my investments.

I understand just enough about my finances to get by.

I enjoy owning big-name stocks.

I am relaxed about investing even when the markets are down.

I get back at people who rip me off.

I have difficulty understanding abstract financial concepts.

I invest my money according to a plan — for example, in fixed percentages of different assets.

I avoid following the crowd in my investing.

I never read the business section of the newspaper.

I try to keep track of economic trends.

I accurately plan my expenses.

I like to prepare for the future.

I feel very excited by the possibility of large investment gains.

I never feel inclined to follow "hot" stock tips.