Personal Finance

The year 2024 has been a standout for U.S. air travel, breaking records across key travel periods. Spring break, summer vacations and Thanksgiving all saw unprecedented levels of air travel, with over 4.7 million Americans flying during the Thanksgiving holiday alone – up 6.6% from 2023. These...

There's a big difference between the "average" married couple and the "above-average" ones. While some are figuring out how to balance a budget, others plan early retirements, buy vacation homes and make their money work overtime. If average couples are cruising toward financial security at a...

Maximizing savings is at the top of the financial to-do list for most people nearing retirement. For those ages 60-63, the IRS has introduced a "super catch-up" under the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022, allowing you to maximize retirement savings even further starting in 2025.  Don't Miss: Can you...

If you think you need a six-figure salary to become a millionaire, Dave Ramsey has some news. In an April 2023 Facebook post, he revealed, "69% of millionaires did not average $100,000 or more in household income per year – and (get this) one-third of millionaires never had a six-figure household...

Real estate mogul and entrepreneur Grant Cardone is known to be vocal about his opinions on federal taxes: He doesn't think they should exist. He frequently shares his views on social media and recently posted an Instagram clip where he shared his philosophy on taxes. He uses several strategies to...

It's easy to hear "net worth" and picture yachts, private jets and the Forbes list of billionaires. According to a Tearsheet report, 22% of Americans think net worth only applies to the rich. That's a big misconception. The truth is, net worth applies to everyone. It's not about how much money you...

For many college students, moving into a dorm marks their first taste of independence. While some stick to essentials, others turn their dorm rooms into luxurious spaces with price tags rivaling tuition. According to The New York Times, many students, particularly in the South, are hiring interior...

Tapeworms don't just cause discomfort; they drain their host of vital nutrients, leaving them weaker by the day. In Warren Buffett's eyes, that's exactly what rising health care costs are doing to the U.S. economy. And despite years of debate and failed solutions, this tapeworm hasn't gone anywhere...

The advisory landscape is undergoing a fundamental transformation that demands immediate action from financial advisors. While firms like Creative Planning have achieved remarkable $16 billion valuations, traditional business models face mounting challenges that require strategic adaptation,...

When Mark Cuban was asked about his favorite Shark Tank investment during an interview on Good Morning America, he didn't hesitate: DUDE Wipes. In an Instagram reel posted in October, Cuban joked, "We all gotta wipe, right?" He added, "Everything's a potty joke to them. Business is great. They're...

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk sparked debate recently after posting a poll on X about the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) funding. Musk asked users if the IRS's budget should be "increased, same, decreased, or deleted." Of the 212,000 respondents, 60.6% voted to "delete" the agency's funding...

Among workers aged 50+, 45% fear outliving their savings, while 41% worry about declining health and long-term care needs. According to a new survey conducted by the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies (TCRS), these two fears top the list for middle-class Americans planning their retirement...

Those paying attention to the news know that the U.S. dollar has surged since the presidential election. But what does that mean for you, your wallet and your everyday spending? Let's break it down simply, as a stronger dollar impacts your money’s progress. Don't Miss: Can you guess how many...

Regarding breaking into the top 1% of earners in the U.S., location matters just as much as income. With their iconic financial hubs and booming industries, states like New York and California are often at the center of the conversation about wealth. So, which state demands a higher paycheck to...

Buying a car shouldn't feel like financial quicksand – but for Ashley from Jacksonville, Florida, that's exactly what happened when her husband's $72,000 impulse buy turned their financial picture upside down. On a recent episode of The Ramsey Show, Ashley laid out her case to financial guru Dave...