anon:
Come to think of it, there is also the Shach (who was supported by his father-in-law, the Bach (not J.S. :-). You are correct that there are exceptions, but Chazal warn about those who marry for money (I’m sure Joseph, from whom I am still waiting for a response, can provide the Mekor)
Re yiddishemishpacha:
“I will daven that you get the proper guidance before you waste precious years waiting out for Mr. Perfect.”
I’m worried (as I have seen happen) that she will not settle in the end and never get married, always waiting for Mr. Perfect (C”V). Please, if you are reading this, stretch your mind a little and try to find your bashert, not Mr. Perfect.