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lon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, remains the world’s wealthiest individual with a net worth exceeding $467 billion. His leadership has propelled Tesla to become the first electric‑vehicle company to hit a $1 trillion valuation, though Musk insists the firm’s ambitions extend beyond cars. Meanwhile, Jeff Bezos has opened a new avenue for aspiring landlords: a $100 entry fee that eliminates tenant management and maintenance hassles. Dave Ramsey highlights that nearly half of Americans are committing a major Social Security error; he outlines the mistake and offers three straightforward remedies. High‑net‑worth investors are also adopting a specialized strategy designed to weather volatile markets, a tactic that could benefit ordinary savers as well.

    Musk’s personal habits are as unconventional as his business ventures. He claims to work 120 hours a week—over 17 hours daily, seven days a row—and has publicly declared an intention to “own no home,” preferring to liquidate most possessions and live nomadically. Yet reports indicate he purchased a house in Austin, Texas, in 2022. The property, originally bought in 2018 for $4.5 million, was transferred to Musk in a private transaction. Shortly thereafter, Architectural Digest noted the billionaire’s shift from a sprawling estate to a $50,000 tiny house in Boca Chica, Texas. For those wishing to emulate Musk’s real‑estate approach without outright ownership, there are alternative investment routes.

    Real estate remains a cornerstone of wealth accumulation for households across income levels. A National Association of Realtors study shows consistent equity growth for owners, regardless of income bracket. While stock and bond holdings in retirement accounts are valuable, many families on tight budgets find monthly mortgage payments more attainable, building a substantial nest egg for retirement.