Personal Finance

Warren Buffett, the chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. and one of the most successful investors in history, shared a remarkable story about an unexpected acquisition in a 2012 interview with Economic Club President David M. Rubenstein. Buffett recounted receiving a letter from an Israeli...

With record numbers of Americans entering retirement age for the next four years, knowing how much to save for retirement has never been more important. Financial expert Suze Orman has called the 4% retirement rule problematic. Here's why Orman feels that this retirement rule does not work. ...

Dave Ramsey, financial guru and American radio personality, is well known for his ‘get out of debt' advice and frequently tells callers on The Ramsey Show that they can get a decent car for just a few thousand dollars.  Don't Miss: The average American couple has saved this much money for...

A caller on The Ramsey Show, a podcast hosted by financial expert Dave Ramsey, expressed fears that she might have to financially support her parents in their retirement.  "My parents don’t have anything saved for retirement," the caller, Marie, began. "And for various reasons that I...

Warren Buffett is a successful American business owner who owns the wildly successful Berkshire Hathaway holding company. Looking at him now, it's unbelievable that he was once "physically ill" at public speaking. Buffett credits one class for his success in overcoming this fear.  Don't Miss...

A 70-year-old widow from Long Island, New York, recently turned to the Internet for financial advice after her husband's sudden death, which left her with $120,000 in credit card debt. Her situation is complicated by her ongoing battle with stage IV cancer and a lack of knowledge about her...

The trading activity of members of Congress continues to draw increased attention from investors with the potential that conflicts of interest, including committee assignments, could influence trades. A well-known member of Congress disclosed multiple trades on Friday around market close. What...

From 2019 to 2022, the number of Americans receiving their Social Security benefits overseas increased from 413,000 to 760,000. With more countries opening up retirement visas, the idea of retiring abroad continues to grow in popularity.  Why are so many people drawn to living in another...

Personal finance expert Suze Orman recently told a caller that claiming Social Security early and investing in it is not advisable. The question on her podcast "Women & Money" was, "Can I apply for retirement Social Security and receive the $500 a month and invest it while working part-time...

Several years ago, Alan Murray, then with The Wall Street Journal, interviewed Mark Cuban, the outspoken billionaire entrepreneur and owner of the Dallas Mavericks. Murray revealed Cuban's unconventional investment strategies, which sharply contrast with the advice of many prominent investors, such...

Kevin O'Leary, known as "Mr. Wonderful" on the television show "Shark Tank," recently sparked a heated debate in the personal finance world with his advice on cutting back on everyday expenses. O'Leary posted on X, "STOP wasting money on $5.50 coffee and $15 sandwiches. Pack a sandwich, skip the...

The long-awaited stock-related mystery has been revealed. American business owner and philanthropist Warren Buffett has finally unveiled his business's significant stake in a well-known insurance company. Here's all you need to know about Berkshire Hathaway's mystery stake.  Don't Miss: Are...

Respected financial guru and bestselling author Dave Ramsey has directly addressed a financial issue that could potentially affect many employees, especially those who travel for work and may be asked to advance expenses. Here's what Ramsey said.  Don't Miss: The average American couple has...

Charlie Munger, the revered vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway and Warren Buffett's longtime business partner, passed away just before his 100th birthday in November 2023.  In the latest shareholder letter, Buffett refers to Munger as the architect of Berkshire Hathaway. Munger's advice and...

Think the stock market is a level playing field? Think again.  A recent analysis of the Federal Reserve highlights a significant concentration of stock market wealth among America's wealthiest. According to a report by Axios, the top 10% of households now hold approximately 93% of all...