LGBTQ+ Finances: A Survey of 2,005 Americans
LGBTQ+ finances are perennially understudied. We're trying to change that, so we asked 2,005 LGBTQ+ Americans about money, investing, stress, saving, and more.
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An Introduction to Digital Real Estate in the Metaverse
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The average net worth in the U.S. is $122,000, but that's not the whole story.
Study: Men Are 4x More Likely Than Women to Have Secret Crypto Accounts
Financial infidelity isn't just about credit cards and checking accounts -- it extends to investing, too.
Study: The Importance of Diverse Investing Role Models
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Are Alternative Investments the Best Inflation Hedge? Here's the Data
Alternatives are often suggested as an inflation hedge -- but do they beat out stocks?
The Best States to Retire, Based on What People Really Want
We asked people what they prioritize in a place to retire, then ranked all 50 states based on those priorities.
Thinking of Changing Careers? Here's Who's Hiring Now
Millions of Americans are looking for jobs. These industries are hiring.
Tim Cook Owns Cryptocurrency -- So Do 68% of American Millionaires
68% of American millionaires own cryptocurrency, according to a Motley Fool survey. Read on for more details.
How Many Americans Own Stock? About 145 Million -- But the Wealthiest 10% Own More Than 80%
Over half of Americans own stock, but it's not distributed equally.
Here's Why 20% of Americans Have Changed Careers Since the Pandemic Began
"The Great Resignation" is happening, but why? We surveyed 2,000 Americans to find out.
Which Jobs Will Be Automated in the Next 10 Years?
19 of the 30 occupations likely to decline in the next decade face threats from automation.
Estate and Inheritance Taxes by State in 2021
Estate and inheritance taxes are complicated -- start here.
Kevin O'Leary Is Concerned About Leaving Too Large an Inheritance -- So Are Two-Thirds of High-Net-Worth Individuals
Not all high-net-worth individuals plan on leaving money to their children.
81% of Ultra-High-Net-Worth Individuals Use Alternative Investments
Alternative investments are going mainstream.
High-Net-Worth Individuals Gave $5.8 Billion to COVID-19 Philanthropy in 2020
High-net-worth philanthropy can be controversial, but there's no denying HNW individuals gave a lot of money in 2020.
Study: Crypto and Investment Scams Skyrocket in 2020 and 2021
Scams related to cryptocurrency and investing are more common, and making more money, than ever before.
Study: How Gen Z and Millennial Investors Think About Risk
Gen Z and millennial investors have a reputation for risky investments, but is it warranted?