I got this as an email forward last week - I love the guy's response. I gues you really can find everything you need on Craigslist!

I love that she calls herself "classy"--have you ever met someone classy who called themselves classy? Or, for that matter, ever met anyone "classy" who would post something like this or even have this thought? No, me either. :)

Well, it's not too hard to think that it might just be true. I mean, there is a dating website set up specifically for women to hook up with rich men, lol. But if it were true, I'd feel very sorry for the girl who got such a response, even if the guy is, pardon the pun, right on the money. ;)

Since love is not an issue here I suggest that you meet and marry a very nerdy looking podiatrist. Someone who has never seen a woman except when he's been on his knees looking up at an 80 year old's feet. Wow him off his feet with your feminine charms. Have some children that may turn out to be beautiful or may look nerdy. Keep your weight down and go to the gym two or three times a week. Treat your husband well and don't spend all your time shopping or he may catch on to his real value to you.

Firstly, I loved reading her posting and even more so, his response. Secondly, I'm a little insulted (not sure if I should be.) She called herself "articulate and classy" followed by "I'm not from New York." Did she mean there are no articulate and classy women from New York? I have to laugh at this.

I personally think she should try getting a job. If she's smart enough to make the equivalent of what any of the men she claims to date are making (be it 250k or 500k) then she'll have more to bargain with. After all, as the man said, "looks will fade", so she'll need to put more on the table.

I believe that most intelligent, hard working men will want to marry women who are respectful and dignified, not simply beautiful. If she had any class at all she would re-consider, "whoring" herself around like that!

Maybe she'll wisen up when she gets a little older.

The guy's comment gave me hope that there are intelligent guys out there who are looking for more than looks in a woman. Thank you, whoever you are, for brightening my day!

If she is really like what she mentioned, beautiful,articulate and classy. Richromances.com would be the right place for her. Many wealthy guys are out there.

firstly,i really felt insulted by the way she puts out herself and with that she calls herself classy,real classy girls would never think of that,rather the hate the way it sounds to be so cheap.i love the response she got from the guy,it shows that some guys know what marriage is all about and not just the beauty and shopping aspect of it. if she wants money then my honest advice ids that she look for a job to do.

never have i been so amused! as a 26 year old woman who has put herself through college, established herself in a male dominated industry, and prides herself on working hard for what she wants both professionally and personally, i have very little respect for someone so shallow, disillusioned, and seemingly unmotivated. sweetie, if you want a comfortable lifestyle, fine things, and fancy parties, here's a novel idea: Go out and earn them yourself.

Wow, she is one shallow woman! She may get rich, she won't be beautiful all her life, and she sure won't find happiness.

Those 'plain jane' girls are married to successful men because they are nothing like you honey. You're clearly the one wtih nothing to offer.

As said before, cheers for brightening my day! I've never thought about it before, but I am indeed an appreciating asset. I'm pretty but not gorgeous, but I am intelligent and a pioneer in my field of work, and will undoubtedly be quite successful in life. I recently had a battle with a friend over whether rich men prefer skinny women. I think I may have found a new retort: rich men prefer worthwhile investments!

Loves it! I've got to start reading Craigslist ads when I'm bored.

I don't know why she got all huffy and puffy--the man was being real with her. And he made very excellent points.

I want to meeet the man, not her. I would be willing to bet that he is very interesting and fun. Let me know if it is possible. I do not need a sugar daddy, I am just interested.

That was a bit amusing! I've never been very up for the idea of people looking for dates by the size of their wallet, not a real relationship in it at all, now is there? That guy seems intresting to give a her a nice kick like that! :)

There is much offered by this young woman. To adequately be the consort of a wealthy man is a skilled technical art. Her youth is indeed a rare flower that fades and deserves a king's ransom to witness its passing. Then should love root in this match all of creation will smile.

There is much offered by this young woman. To adequately be the consort of a wealthy man is a skilled technical art. Her youth is indeed a rare flower that fades and deserves a king's ransom to witness its passing. Then should love root in this match all of creation will smile.

t is refreshing to know what you want. But has this little woman done any research. If you wan to catch a certain fish you go to the right pond. More importantly you groom yourself for it and it comes to you. If she posted this on craigslist asking these questions she is not groomed

as a 20 year old it's disgraceful to see a 25yr old writting something like that. It is downright pathetic...
With stuff like dat, she could well be advertising a bag she wants to sell...

Judgements, judgements... Readers, first of all, a woman chooses a partner according to certain criteria, and so do men. She wants to be with an accomplished man, not only for money and what money can buy, but for a man who possesses certain qualities which made him successful in life. What's so criminal about it? Who wants to be with a man who's a coach potato and has no financial plan? He'd have youth, looks, body, you name it, it's fun to be with him for 30 minutes (you know what I mean) ... what do you with do with him next? She's honest and upfront, not every woman will be this way: most will mask their true intentions. With this one, it's absolutely safe and fair: this is what you get,and this is what's expected of you.

To a male respondent: You say "lease"? How long did your own marriage last? If less than "till death do us apart", what does it really matter how you call it? There are more than enough examples when happy marriages went sour (and how great and romantically they started!!!). It's OK for everyone to choose the course of their own, there should be no judgement at all. You don't like a "commodity" - pass on it(not you specifically, anyone seeking a partner). She asked for an advise how to land a guy she wants, she asked specific questions, and those were not answered, by the way. Someone tell the girl where to look, for "chrissake" (lol). The curve of demand and supply will meet somehow, somewhere. Good luck to all, be happy!

without love, I would agree with him. But if they loved each other, both would be appreciating assets because love grows stronger so he would find her more beautiful with each passing year and if she loved him she would not leave him if he ran out of money.

she does sound shallow though. How does she know that the husbands of those "plain janes" don't consider their wives to be the most beautiful woman they've ever met? (on the flip side - lots of people will only marry within their own social class and - and yes, I'm kinda shallow too for this comment - there are an awful lot of ugly wealthy people - and since they keep marrying within this wealthy/ugly circle...)

I totally agree with the guy. Why should he "buy" her? What a superficial biatch. Why can't she make her own money? It's girls like this that give girls a bad name in the first place. This girl is an idiot.

Oh for God's sake, of course she wants the best deal she can get. Since time began the alpha male is the one who will best provide for his children and woman. I don't think she is a whore, I think she wants to be a respectable married woman and has set a certain standard. So much better than these women who live licentiously. Just because they have a college degree, job with a certain amount of 'freedom' and want to go about life differently doesn't mean they can judge. Is it really less shallow to want a financially secure man to be monogamous with than loose-living with many men? So many women these days can't find a man who wants to commit at all. Women are settling to become a chattel without any social standing, just to have a man in their lives. Is that better?

This lady brings not only these looks, which may fade, or may not, a good looking woman in her 40s or 50s still looks and smells better than the plain Janes. But she brings good genes and it is well documented that successful men want beauty in a mate. I'm sorry, but normally the children of a well bred good looking woman turn out better than those without good genes. Obesity, lack of beauty etc., is inherited.

The best places to find a wealthy man aren't always the bright lights where all the beauties gravitate towards, sometimes it's better to be the best looking in a smallish town where you stand out more, there is normally less competition. There are always big fish in small ponds, it's a lot easier to catch one there too if you're classy and above average. I would tend to believe that a man's day to day income is secondary to existing assets, land being the most obvious. Chamber of commerce dinner dances, hunt Balls, shooting clubs all these types of pursuits are attended by wealthy men, landowners etc.

A woman's personality is very important, and self esteem. Happily this 25 year old describes herself in a way which indicates she has high self esteem. Another important factor is not to be afraid of men with money, or treat them with too much reverence. They like it when you act sassy and have a quick retort, in a feminine flirty way. Any men I know, wealthy friends of my husband, want a girl who has her own life, in the way of hobbies and friends, and job, even part-time. They don't care about Her status, just that she is pleasant, not overbearing and can make social events etc run smoothly. They want a classy girl who does not flirt with their friends, doesn't drink too much - those type are a dime a dozen and have Short-term written on them.

Definitely a guy at least 8 years older than you is a good bet, by this age you will see if his success is due to luck, or wise choices, or if he will be beligerent or have some other very undesireable traits as husband material. You should have a good idea if he will lose the money by then too.

I've married a multi millionare. I grew to love him over 5 years before we decided to get married, he loves me to bits to this day. He wouldn't dream of going on golf trips without bringing me to the resort (apart from a day trip he made to Pine Valley, obviously). If you are a classy woman, being money adds to your class and your charm. You can have the best of everything, and when you feel your best and most feminine, it is easier for a man to love you. Even during trials in life, the lack of financial worries cushions you. You will be your best self. I was very stressed during my younger years, my life was tough and I'd so little money. I'd have aged very badly, been stressed and depressed and NO man would have wanted me if that struggle would have kept up. I would not recommend this for a single person, but someone contemplating having a family? Never. The security of a happy marriage has made my husband (both of us) even more successful. He is the only man I've been with and I make no apologies for searching for a man who was well off, as well as many other non-negotiables. It's as far from 'whoring' as you can get. If you want a wealthy husband, go for it. The trouble with people who are afraid to expect the best, they usually get less than the best.

All the best.

Cathy

Hey, Rye New York where I work has the most thin, gorgeous blue eyed blondes in the area. Why? Rye residents have the highest per capitia income. Any one see a connection here?

It is because of women like her that sincere women who are looking for a love companion get shafted. I would give anything just to find a flipping decent guy poor or rich. As long as they aren't arrogant, superficial and conceited that is. How could anyone be so damn superficial.