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Warren Buffett calls himself ‘cheap’ for still living in the same house he purchased for $31,500—despite having $168 billion to his name

Billionaire CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett, is worth more than most people can fathom. However, he remains a penny-pincher who’s found...

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LinkedIn’s cofounder Reid Hoffman says seeking work-life balance is a red flag that you’re ‘not committed to winning’

Reid Hoffman, the visionary behind LinkedIn, is not a believer in work-life balance for serious startup entrepreneurs. With the exception of one...

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Shake Shack founder shares the green flags he looks for in new hires: ‘I really don’t give a damn what your IQ is’

Shake Shack founder Danny Meyer has high standards for new hires: Even if they are highly capable, a lack of hospitality skills like integrity and...

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Overnight multimillionaire and Beast Games winner says MrBeast taught him when it’s okay to lose millions on your passion project

Despite Beast Games loosing “tens of millions” of dollars, the game’s $10 million winner says MrBeast’s dedication is inspiring.

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Silicon Valley CEO says ‘vibe coding’ lets 10 engineers do the work of 100—here’s how to use it

Silicon Valley’s latest buzzword promises a new era of coding where AI handles the heavy lifting and innovation grows exponentially.

27.03.2025 20

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Bill Gates says a 2-day work week is coming in just 10 years, thanks to AI replacing humans ‘for most things’

Say hello to a 5-day weekend: Billionaire Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates says artificial intelligence may soon automate almost everything—and with...

27.03.2025 20

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Now anyone can ask billionaire Mark Cuban for business advice using his $10/month AI chatbot—like how to make your first million dollars and his secret startup ideas

Billionaire Mark Cuban’s new AI chatbot can be called or texted at all hours of the day and answer your most pressing business questions like how to...

27.03.2025 5

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Over 4 million Gen Zers are jobless—and experts blame colleges for ‘worthless degrees’ and a system of broken promises for the rising number NEETs

One in 5 Gen Zers worldwide are deemed NEETs—not in education, employment, or training. The promises they received in school may be to blame.

25.03.2025 2

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Snap’s CEO says he purposefully sets new hires up to fail on their first day on the job

Snap CEO Evan Spiegel admits he purposely makes new hires have a nightmarish first day to emphasize failure is welcomed—and necessary—to build a...

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I was laid off, but then I won $10 million in MrBeast’s game show—here’s what Jeff Allen plans to do with his new fortune and ‘daunting’ millionaire status

Ever wondered what it’d be like to win millions in a Mr Beast competition? Jeff Allen did exactly that. He reveals exclusively to Fortune what...

23.03.2025 8

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman reveals his ‘obvious tactical’ career advice for Gen Z grads—as Apple, Amazon, and Meta hunt for workers with this skill

OpenAI’s Sam Altman reveals the one skill Gen Z students need to prioritize right now: Learning AI tools. LinkedIn’s new research echoes it’s...

22.03.2025 20

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The average American tax refund is higher. Here’s how you can use it to build long-term wealth

The average tax refund is over $3,300 this year, according to the IRS—but financial experts say that means you are giving the government a free...

21.03.2025 10

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Trump wants to kill tax on tips. That could save Americans over $100 billion over the next decade—but experts warn it’ll make tipping culture so much worse

Waiters, valets, and baristas: Think you'll be better off now that Trump wants to kill tax on tips? Think again.

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Families are being paid $5,000 to move to small towns in states like Indiana and escape a cost of living crisis in big cities

Seeking more affordable living, Americans are flocking to small towns like Noblesville, Indiana.

16.03.2025 10

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Water bottle Owala is to Gen Z what Stanley Cup is to millennials: ’emotional support.’ Inside the rapidly growing family business’ success story

Owala water bottles are a sensation among Gen Zers thanks to social media and an emotional connection.

15.03.2025 8

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Nvidia surpasses Tesla as the No. 1 held stock on Robinhood, fueled by Gen Z interest

Is Nvidia still a worthwhile investment? Despite recent market headwinds, investors—especially young ones—are still bullish.

14.03.2025 7

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Tech leaders at Anthropic, IBM, and Meta warn that AI is coming for software developer jobs

While AI is set to transform the field of software development, executives disagree on the timing and scale.

14.03.2025 4

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Black Eyed Peas frontman Will.i.am reveals his biggest investment mistake: turning down Airbnb founder Brian Chesky and losing out on millions

Will.i.am was nearly an early investor in Airbnb. Had he not passed on CEO Brian Chesky's offer, the rapper would have made millions.

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BlackRock CEO sounds the alarm to Trump on the scarcity of this skilled trade profession—but Gen Z may be able to save the day

The U.S. may soon run out of electricians thanks to data center demand and nationalist immigration policies, warns BlackRock CEO Larry Fink.

11.03.2025 4

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Former Twitch’s CEO words of warning to Gen Z interns: Prestigious jobs on paper are ‘mostly a trap’ and money is a ‘constraint’

Emmett Shear warns interns that starting a business will bring "economy-sized" pain, but joining the workforce is full of traps.

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Gen Z students are rebelling against their parents’ Ivy League dream and choosing a different ideal university instead

MIT is students new No. 1 choice for college, but low acceptance rates and high tuition costs could kill that dream.

09.03.2025 10

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Americans have the ‘tax scaries’—but good news is waiting as the average refund goes up 7.5%

Tax season brings 1 in 3 Americans to tears, but with IRS data indicating above-average refunds, the stress might be worth it.

05.03.2025 5

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Need help managing your money? Here’s how to understand the difference between financial advisors and wealth managers

Wealth managers and financial advisors play similar roles, but the former tends to specialize in advising high-net-worth individuals.

27.02.2025 20

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Here’s why every member of Gen Z should open a Roth IRA right now

Investing just a few hundred dollars a year in a Roth IRA can generate hundreds of thousands of dollars in tax-free retirement savings over a...

26.02.2025 10

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Frugal February, a money challenge designed to give you a financial reset

By cutting frivolous spending in February, one American understood that she was better off without her daily Starbucks or trip to the mall.

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A wealth management talent crisis is underway. Here’s what it could mean for your money

A new report from McKinsey indicates the industry will be short 100,000 advisors, thanks to rising demand and talent/recruitment shortages.

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Wall Street after hours: brokerage firms are extending trading hours to 24/5

Extended-hours trading is nothing new, but with more brokers offering 24/5 access, the stock market is becoming more global, accessible—and...

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Should you sign a loan or pay a fee to get your tax refund early? Here’s what you need to know

Refund advance loans and fee systems have both benefits and risks.

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Appeals court blocks student loan relief for 8 million borrowers, keeping Biden-era SAVE program on ice

Student loan relief faces another setback as U.S. appeals court rules that the Biden administration overstepped its powers by granting student loan...

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Congress wants to kill two education tax credits. That would cost American students billions in lost benefits

The GOP leadership in the House has proposed eliminating two education tax credits to save the government $85 billion over 10 years. Here’s what’s...

18.02.2025 20

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Navigating the IRS alphabet soup: There are nearly two dozen different 1099 forms, we explain them all

Have you received a 1099 tax form that you don’t understand? Our guide describes the basics of the nearly two dozen different 1099 forms used to...

10.02.2025 20

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Did you receive a higher-than-expected tax bill from the IRS? Here are 3 strategies to bridge the gap

Nobody likes learning about unexpected tax liabilities at the last minute, but paying with cash isn’t your only option.

07.02.2025 10

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A new bill in Congress would cap credit card interest rates at 10%. But the limits could harm consumers, experts warn

A new bill sponsored by Sens. Sanders and Hawley would cap credit card APRs, but that could reduce access to credit and credit card rewards programs.

06.02.2025 10

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The Great Wealth Transfer will take longer than expected, says Charles Schwab

Boomers are electing to keep their money until they die—putting the breaks on this $80 trillion generational wealth transfer.

28.01.2025 10

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The IRS wants to know how much money you’re making online. They even have a new tax form for it

IRS Form 1099-K could be in your future if you sold items via online marketplaces like eBay and Venmo. Here’s what you need to know.

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Bitcoin is on fire. If you’re new to crypto, read our tips before you invest

Crypto is a brave new market, but if you plan to invest, you need to understand both its risks and rewards.

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Upset about your credit card interest rate? The CFPB wants to hear from you

The CFPB is investigating credit APRs, and it wants consumers to comment on their rates, terms, and conditions.

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Professors teaching Gen Z say they’re more anxious than millennials and have already given up on the American Dream

Gen Z really are different from their millennial predecessors professors say. But employers are party to blame for their lack of pizzazz.

23.01.2025 6

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Your tax refund could be in danger thanks to the ongoing shortage of accountants

There’s a continuing shortage of accountants in the U.S. CPAs are overwhelmed—leading to delays and errors during peak tax season.

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Why is Gen Z suddenly flocking to this college course that’s been taught for decades

College students are more interested than ever in learning about personal finance.

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Will Trump kill the CFPB? The bureau’s future is unclear under the new administration

The CFPB is widely seen as a key ally of American consumers, but critics say it costs too much and stifles innovation.

21.01.2025 10

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SEC enforcement blitz targets 7 financial firms as Biden administration winds down

The SEC disclosed 7 actions against alleged misbehavior with only three days left for the Biden administration.

18.01.2025 4

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You don’t need a budget, says one personal finance writer—here’s why

Dana Miranda feels that her provocative advice offers a wake-up call for people to live a more ethical, stress-free financial life.

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Chime customers can file taxes for free on the app

Fintech company Chime thinks it has cracked the code for tax filing—by making the process easy, rewarding, and free.

14.01.2025 4

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IRS extends tax deadline for those affected by California wildfires

Citizens of Los Angeles affected by the wildfires no longer need to worry about filing their taxes by April 15.

13.01.2025 7

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Can AI replace financial advisors? Experts warn against using AI for much besides basic financial advice

While AI chatbots can provide detailed financial support, their tendency to hallucinate and a lack of guardrails is raising concerns.

13.01.2025 10

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70% of Americans are eligible to file their taxes for free starting today. Here’s what you need to know

Millions of Americans can get ahead of the stress and start working on their taxes as soon as today—for free.

10.01.2025 30

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Australia calls Meta’s decision to ditch fact-checks ‘very concerning,’ worries misinformation is ‘damaging for our democracy’

Disinformation is now "a bigger and bigger part of our media, particularly our social media," said Australia Treasurer Jim Chalmers to local media.

09.01.2025 10

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Money can’t buy happiness, but a well-crafted budget might help

Popular budgeting app YNAB has a cult-like following, and its founder credits the net positive created by viewing money as self-care.

09.01.2025 10

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Want to make smarter investment moves in 2025? This habit can make it happen

Being financially mindful, meaning having financial awareness and acceptance can help you make the right money decisions.

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