When it comes to understanding poverty, the ultra-wealthy often make remarks that reveal a deep disconnect from the everyday struggles of the less fortunate. Statements like “Borrow money from your parents” and “Why don’t you just buy a new one”…
The ultra-wealthy live in a world where convenience, luxury, and extravagance go beyond what most people could ever imagine. From hiring personal staff to fulfill even the smallest of tasks to spending outrageous amounts on exclusive memberships and private experiences,…
Just because you have money doesn’t mean it won’t come without some pitfalls along the way. Whether you were born into money or you acquired it organically, there’s plenty of room for error, from bad investing decisions to spending too…
In a world where most of us carefully budget for everyday expenses, the ultra-wealthy are spending jaw-dropping amounts on things that defy reason. From pet cloning (yes, pet cloning) to heated driveways, the rich and famous seem to operate in…
Sometimes you just need to treat yourself. For the average person, that looks like splurging on a fancier drink at Starbucks or getting a new outfit. For rich folks, on the other hand, the budget has a bit more bulge…
We’ve all seen it in movies — the discreet family friend or quirky aunt who acts super low-key and never flaunts their wealth. But while they might seem modest (or even stingy) on the surface, there are often subtle hints…
Sometimes it seems like the ultra rich live in an alternate universe from regular folks. Jobs are less of a necessity and more of a passion. College tuition is fully…
Venmo is the easiest way to pay friends and family for life’s little incidentals. The cash payment app is so popular that in 2020, over 50 million Venmo users opened…
Tori Dunlap started her first business when she was 9 years old. She owned several candy vending machines. All of the profits went to fund her college education. Tori believes…
What would you do if someone said they would give you $500 per month in free money for two years? Please don’t say you would lease a car! While $500…
It’s no secret that the cost of living is skyrocketing around the country. In a recent and startling revelation, the government has updated the threshold for being considered low-income in…
Navigating the landscape of wealth in America is no easy feat. Determining what constitutes being “wealthy” can be as nebulous as trying to catch a cloud. Contemplating wealth leads to…
America’s perception of wealth is undergoing a transformation, unveiling a fascinating paradox in the process. According to Charles Schwab’s seventh annual Modern Wealth Survey, Americans have redefined what it means…
It wasn’t long ago that spending the entirety of your career with one company was the path to a successful and wealthy life. Loyalty was rewarded and climbing the corporate…
How hard is it to become a billionaire? Let’s put it this way, as of last count there are 20.27 million millionaires in the U.S. Of those, 1,456,336 have a…
For many people, the number one indicator of wealth is how much money they have in their bank account. And while there’s no magic number that guarantees financial security, it’s…
In case you have been living under a rock, Fiverr is one of the best ways to make money online. All you need is some elbow grease, a sellable skill…
Life, as we know it, has a remarkable talent for emptying our pockets. If your finances aren’t well prepared to weather life’s many storms, this can cause scrambling to fund…