From 2004 to 2007, Thomas Corley did an exhaustive study to find out the underlying differences between the wealthy and the poor. He spent another 16 months analyzing and summarizing all the data he acquired from his extensive interviews.The people in the wealthy group had an annual gross income greater than $160,000 and $3.2 million in net assets. The individuals in the poor group had an annual gross income of less than $35,000 and $5,000 in liquid assets.The results from the study revealed eight core habits of the rich and wealthy. These habits are a blueprint for accumulating wealth and success.