There’s a saying: ‘Being cheap is expensive.’ Oftentimes, the best way to save money is not to scrimp on your purchases, but to choose a more expensive, high-quality option instead. I know, I know… that sounds counterintuitive. But like all investments, it makes sense when we start looking at our purchases over the long term. In this article, we explore five purchases that will improve your health and well-being, increase your productivity and, ultimately, earn and save you more money in the long run. 1. A good mattress We spend a third of our lives sleeping. You’ve probably heard that a hundred times yet, many of us do not investin improving our quality of sleep. Depending on the size, brand, and features, a good-quality mattress can cost you anywhere between $2,000 to $5,000. There are evenmore luxurious ones that carry a five-digit price tag, but I feel the difference is less noticeable between those levels of quality....