Personal Finance

Regarding retirement planning, an annuity can feel like a comforting safety net. You trade a chunk of your savings – say $250,000 – for a steady income stream, often for the rest of your life. But how much bang for your buck are you getting? Let's break it down. Why Buy an Annuity in the First...

Think $3 million is a solid retirement fund? Suze Orman has a reality check for you.  Speaking on the "Afford Anything" podcast, she explained why even this seemingly hefty amount might leave you struggling in retirement – especially if life throws a few curveballs your way.  Don't Miss...

What makes Heinz ketchup so special that people won't settle for anything else? To Charlie Munger, the answer was simple: it's not just ketchup – it's a brand with unmatched loyalty. And in his view, that loyalty made it a gold mine. Don't Miss: Can you guess how many Americans successfully retire...

At 33, Tiffany Grant decided to leave North Carolina and start over in Negril, Jamaica. "I feel like I have a better chance of longevity here," she shared in CNBC Make It. What's unfolded since her move is a story of healing, happiness and a completely different way of living. Don't Miss: Can you...

When you picture America's millionaires, you might think of sprawling Silicon Valley estates or Manhattan's glittering high-rises. However, the state with the highest concentration of millionaires isn't California or New York – it's New Jersey, according to Statistica research published in August...

After a heated election cycle, many people feel anxious and uncertain about the political and financial future. Suze Orman, financial expert and host of the Women & Money podcast, has heard countless listeners expressing fear, anger and worry in the aftermath of the election. In her...

Dave Ramsey is known today as a straight-talking personal finance expert. But before becoming a household name, Ramsey went through a financial crisis that turned his life upside down. It all started when he realized how deep in debt he was – and when American Express called his wife, questioning...

Mary Buffett might not have left her marriage with a lifetime of See's Candies. Still, she did gain something equally valuable: an insider's perspective on Warren Buffett's investing genius.  Married to Warren's son, Peter, from 1980 to 1993, Mary wasn't just an observer; she absorbed the...

As people age, it's natural that memory and decision-making abilities change. For some, this isn't as much of an issue, but for others, it can greatly impact things like retirement savings.  A recent study highlights how cognitive decline can cost seniors a staggering amount of money –$31,000...

Dave Ramsey isn't just any financial guru – he's a powerhouse who reportedly owns $600 million in real estate, all bought in cash. Known for his unfiltered advice to callers, he usually sticks to helping others get their finances straight. But occasionally, he pulls back the curtain and gives a...

It might surprise you, but Warren Buffett, the 6th richest man in the world with a net worth of over $147 billion, has a unique perk in his wallet: a McDonald's Gold Card that gives him free meals for life at any McDonald's in Omaha, Nebraska.  Don't Miss: Are you rich? Here’s what...

A recent episode of The Ramsey Show had hosts Rachel Cruze and George Kamel tackling a tough financial and relational dilemma. A caller, Jeremy from Ottawa, Canada, reached out for advice after taking a drastic pay cut and moving his family 3,000 miles to be closer to his partner's family. His...

After Donald Trump won the U.S. presidential election, many Americans considered moving abroad. On Nov. 6, Google Trends showed a spike in searches from the United States for phrases like "moving abroad" and "foreign citizenship." Websites for expats – people who live outside their native country...

A few decades ago, you'd made it if you hit that magic million-dollar mark. You were rich. These days, though, with skyrocketing costs and social media awash with luxury-laden highlights, it can feel like everyone's got a cool million in their back pocket. The truth? That's more illusion than...

Money is one of the top reasons couples fight – and when one partner hasn't worked for over a decade, tensions only rise. This was the case for a woman who recently called into financial advisor Dave Ramsey's show, seeking advice on what to do about her husband, who's been unemployed for 13 years....