Once you reach the upper middle class, it’s easy to assume that it’s just a smooth path towards getting richer. And yet, according to experts, that’s not necessarily the case. Find Out: How Much You Need To Earn To Be Upper Middle Class in Every State Learn More: 6 Subtly Genius Moves All Wealthy People Make With Their Money “As an attorney who advises high-net-worth clients on financial matters. The biggest drain I see is real estate spending,” said Lyle Solomon, principal attorney at Oak View Law Group. ...