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Sandwiched between boomers and millennials, Generation X refers to the population born between 1965 and 1980. The MTV Generation. The Forgotten Generation. And if you’re a Gen Xer with an attic filled with items from your childhood and teen years, you could be sitting on some valuable “junk.” Take a look at some classic Gen… Read more

Oh, Gen X, the generation caught between the revolutionary boomers and the digitized millennials. But as cleverly pointed out by Clever, the real estate data company, it seems this generation is facing some cold hard facts about their golden years. According to the recent Clever study, 56% of Generation X have saved less than $100,000… Read more

According to new data from the Federal Reserve, Gen X is finally getting better with money – both in earning and saving. Generation Xers will be the first to admit their early mistakes with money, but the recent pandemic has proven a golden opportunity to create wealth for people 41-56 years old. The generation hit… Read more

Want to know which states have seen the biggest influx of wealthy Generation X members in the last year? The 2021 report from the National Association of Realtors has all of the answers as to where Generation X is moving. According to a new report from the National Association of Realtors, Gen Xers made up… Read more

Wealth in America is a controversial and oft-debated topic. Its perceived definition also varies wildly by state, according to our list of how much money you need to make in every state to be considered wealthy. By generation, it varies even more. And, surprisingly, the perceived threshold for wealth is actually dropping in America. Defining… Read more

The ’70s were the golden age of live music, a time when bands and soloists delivered performances so electrifying, they became the stuff of legend. From Led Zeppelin blowing the roof off Madison Square Garden to David Bowie’s otherworldly farewell as Ziggy Stardust, it’s no wonder boomers still won’t stop yapping about the “life-changing” concerts… Read more

Exiting the iconic muscle car era of the 1970s, the shift into cars from the 1980s was profound. From Ford and Chevy to Lamborghini and Porsche, automakers leaned into high-tech, futuristic vehicles, all competing to be the most jaw-dropping of the decade. These 17 vintage vehicles are among the most sought-after from the ’80s. 1…. Read more

From Woodstock to the Apollo 11 launch and anti-war protests to the Beatles’ last live performance, 1969 was a year that saw tremendous change. On the cusp of the ’70s, it was a time when hope and rebellion coexisted, fashion was bold, and political tensions ran high. Take a look at these 32 snapshots of… Read more

Vintage comic book enthusiasts know that a well-preserved, rare issue can be worth a fortune — especially as collectors seek iconic or limited-edition stories from past decades. Like retro figurines and vintage stamps, certain comic books are highly valuable for their rarity, as well as the introduction of major characters and their cultural significance. Auctions… Read more

On July 22, Ozzy Osbourne — leader singer of the heavy metal band “Black Sabbath” — passed away at the age of 76. The singer, also known as The Prince of Darkness, had recently finished a farewell show (and the highest-grossing charity concert in history). Osbourne suffered from Parkinson’s disease, and spent much of the… Read more

In a world where our most precious memories live on fading paper or easily-shattered phones, preserving family treasures like handwritten letters, recipe cards, and old photos has never been more important. Unlike physical heirlooms tucked away in the attic or garage, digital heirlooms allows future generations to access these gems with just a click. That… Read more

With inflation and soaring costs of living making it harder than ever for young people to build wealth, finding the right place to get ahead can make a big difference. According to CreditDonkey (a financial review site), certain states offer the best opportunities for Gen Z to build wealth. By analyzing data from the U.S…. Read more

What will it take to feel like you’ve made it? A huge salary? A massive house in the burbs? It’s a loaded question and not one that is easily answered, primarily because the answer will be different for everyone. But today we come to you with the exact salary that Gen Z and Millennials need… Read more

Alright, let’s get this out of the way: Gen Z, you might be wildly optimistic, but we love your confidence. Truly, nothing screams ambition like expecting a casual $84,855 paycheck right out of college. Yes, you read that right. And if you’re doing the math at home, that’s a whopping 52% more than the average… Read more

Do you ever feel like everything in modern life is designed to take your money? Sky-high grocery bills, subscription services, simple trips to the doctor, the planned obsolescence of your smartphone. Heck, even getting to your job – they place where you go to make money – costs money. It all piles up. But who… Read more

When it comes to saving money, we’ve told you about how different generations of Americans are saving and building wealth. We’ve also told you about the average amount of debt each generation of Americans has. But how are different generations of Americans spending the money they bring it? And what categories are they spending that money… Read more

Ah, the age-old question: “Would you give up avocado toast and fancy lattes for half a decade if it meant lounging around in your golden years a tad earlier?” And according to a new SoFi survey, a staggering number of Millennials and Gen Z are screaming a resounding, “YES!” SoFi, the digital guru of personal… Read more

Imagine this: It’s your 60th birthday, and you’re blowing out the candles on your retirement cake. Your working days are over, and you’re ready to embrace the freedom of your golden years. Now picture living those jubilant moments, not for the standard 15 to 20 years, but for a whopping 40 years! If you’re among… Read more

Millennials and Gen Z have been blamed for a lot of things – killing traditional industries like retail department stores and traditional cable, ruining the housing market, abandoning the traditional 9-to-5 work day. The list of greivences goes on and on. Now younger generations are being blamed for “sticky inflation” – meaning the costs of… Read more

For about a decade, people have warned that the robots and AI (artificial intelligence) are coming to take our jobs. The horror! When you see video from Boston Dynamics of a robot dog dancing, or a very human-like robot doing parkour, you tend to shake your head and think that technology is a long way… Read more

In order to receive full Social Security benefits for retirement, Americans can’t retire until age 67 (if you were born after 1960). A new report found that millennials and members of Gen Z want to retire before the age of 60. However, one expert explains the major roadblocks facing younger generations who desire early retirement…. Read more

When most people are 10-years-old, they want for things like video games, toys, cool clothes and experiences. But rarely is a 10-year-old thinking clearly and rationally about college, financial literacy, or their financial future. That is until now. In a TikTok that has now gone viral, a 10-year-old boy approached his parents with a plan…. Read more

Charlie Munger – who has a net worth of $2.7 billion – is warning young adults that it will be more difficult for them to get rich compared to older generations. Munger became the vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway in 1978 – a position he still holds at the age of 98. Munger has made… Read more

The rich get richer and people under 40 get poorer and poorer. At least that is what data from the Federal Reserve is telling us. The wealth distribution by age in America has been a hot topic for years. And of course older Americans will naturally account for the most of the wealth in this… Read more