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[quote=Anonymous]OP, I get it.. I also want to give as much as I can to the kids. But you have to realize that, you and your DH are already providing expensive activities, college tuition, good education to the kids.

I am from India, and in Indian culture (though it is fast changing now), MC families did everything to provide for kids, took loans, sacrificed their time, money etc. Unfortunately, that led to an expectation in the parents old age that the kids would spend time with them and often provide them. It really led to a more resentful life for everyone.
Kids will go to college and likely not visit you for more than once or twice a year. Your DH will be there for you in sickness and in happiness. Prioritize your DH if your relationship is otherwise healthy as long as kids basic needs are met. If you have excess, for sure but the kids a house or a downpayment

It would be helpful to keep a balance where parents get to do things (within reason) and also provide for their kids (but not at the expense of their own happiness). Buying the 100K car definitely seems reasonable given your HHI and assets.

You and your DH have just one life. You owe it to yourself to be happy.
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