10 Vehicles Rich People Want the Most That You Probably Drive Too

“If I ever get rich, I’m going to buy a sweet new car,” you’ve probably thought to yourself. Perhaps you have a specific model or make in mind — something only rich people can afford, such as a Ferrari or Lamborghini. Maybe you want something more practical, such as a Tesla, but only if you had the money to afford it, right? Well, you’d be surprised to find out how the other half lives.

In many cases, rich people make pretty much the same decisions the average Joe does. They, too, eat fast food. Rich people buy the same brands of cat litter. And when it comes to choosing a car, rich people often spring for the same model as average earners.

That’s right: Just because people make a lot of money doesn’t mean they’re looking to buy a luxury vehicle. Even Warren Buffett, one of the richest people on the planet, drives a Cadillac — a fairly thrifty option considering the amount of money he has.

So, what vehicles do rich people like to buy, if not super high-end sports or luxury vehicles? The list will surprise you — because it’s composed of mostly average-priced vehicles. There’s a lesson there, too. Just because you have a lot of money doesn’t mean you should spend it.

A new study by the consumer research firm MaritzCX looks at the cars purchased the most by people who earn more than $200,000 per year. That’s the definition, for our purposes, that we’ll give to “rich people.” Using the data from MaritzCX’s study, here are the top 12 models the rich favor. No. 5 can be had for under $20,000.

10. Acura MDX

Another luxury SUV, the Acura MDX is similar to the Audi Q5 in a number of ways. In fact, they’re very close competitors. But according to MartizCX’s data, wealthy consumers prefer the MDX over the Q5. In 2016, 9,221 people who make more than $200,000 per year purchased an MDX, putting it within the top 10. Price for the MDX start at $44,500, making it one of the more affordable luxury SUV options.

9. Ford Explorer

The Ford Explorer has been around for a long time. It’s not uncommon to see Explorers from different model years and generations in a single trip across town. And they remain popular to this day, even for consumers who might be tempted to buy a more expensive brand or model. More than 9,500 wealthy buyers opted for the Explorer in 2016, which has a starting price in the low $30,000 range.

8. BMW X5

Again, a luxury SUV makes the list. If you haven’t caught on, high-earners apparently love their luxury SUVs. Case in point: the BMW X5, which is one of several X models in the BMW lineup. The X5 has a starting price of around $55,000, so it’s not exactly cheap. But even at that price, wealthy consumers bought one more than the MDX or Q5. Per MaritzCX’s data, 11,150 rich people bought one in 2016.

7. Lexus RX350

Nope, we’re not done with luxury SUVs yet.

The Lexus RX350, a vehicle that is similar to the MDX, Q5, and X5, lands at the seventh spot. Like the others, it has a similar price point, albeit the starting plasrice is a bit lower at around $43,000. The numbers show this is indeed a crossover the rich favor over its competitors. MartizCX says more than 11,300 of these SUVs were sold to high-earners in 2016.

6. Honda Accord

It might be surprising to see a consumer car, such as the Honda Accord, on the list. But it makes sense. The more expensive or exclusive a car is, the fewer people who are going to buy it. That explains how the Accord lands at No. 6 on the list. It’s affordable, reliable, and performs. The standard Accord starts in the low $20,000s, and per MaritzCX’s numbers, the rich bought more than 11,400 of them in 2016.

5. Honda Civic

Not to be outdone by its brand-name brother, the Honda Civic lands in the top five on MartizCX’s list. According to the data, people earning more than $200,000 purchased more than 11,800 Civics in 2016. Like the Accord, the Civic is affordable and reliable, making it an attractive choice for consumers at any level. A brand new Civic will set you back around $19,000, but that’s for the bare-bones model.

4. Jeep Wrangler

Everybody wants a Jeep. Or everybody has at least thought about what it would be like to have a Jeep. And specifically they want a Jeep Wrangler — you know, the model that makes you think “that’s a Jeep.” Well, the wealthy are on board, too, and high-earners bought 12,370 Jeep Wranglers in 2016. There’s something alluring about the Wrangler that’s hard to put your finger on, but clearly it transcends economic lines. It starts at around $24,000.

3. Honda Pilot

We’re leaving luxury SUVs behind. Higher up the list are more economically viable SUVs, such as the Honda Pilot. It’s considerably cheaper than a luxury SUV, with prices starting at around $31,000. Of course, you don’t get as many fun toys, but it’s a Honda, so it’s reliable and affordable. According to the MaritzCX study, consumers earning more than $200,000 bought 13,460 Honda Pilots in 2016.

2. Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Wrangler isn’t the only popular Jeep model among the upper crust. The Jeep Grand Cherokee, the brand’s flagship vehicle, is immensely fashionable among the over-$200,000 crowd. MartizCX’s study says high-earners bought almost 14,000 Grand Cherokees in 2016. Evidently, the trouble that Jeep ran into with its shifters (that killed a famous actor) weren’t enough to dissuade rich buyers.

1. Ford F-150

The most popular vehicle among the rich is the most popular vehicle among the population at large: It’s the Ford F-150 pickup. Ford sells an enormous amount of F-150 trucks every year. It’s been America’s best-selling vehicle for four decades. It has a starting price in the mid-$20,000s and has a variety of model options and variants. MaritzCX’s data show people earning more than $200,000 bought 21,449 F-150 pickups in 2016.

The 10 Highest-Paid NBA Players Today

Whether it’s from a hefty salary or an abundance of endorsements, the highest-paid NBA players are pulling in some serious bank. That much we all know. However, what you might not know are the specifics. Fortunately, that’s about to change. Thanks to Forbes’s Kurt Badenhausen, we now know all about the league’s highest-paid players. And to be honest, even we were a bit taken aback by the information:

Forbes’ earnings figures include salaries for the 2016–17 season and estimates on off-court income between June 2016 and June 2017. Off-court income includes endorsements, licensing, royalties, appearances and media deals. The top 10 players will earn $449 million this season, up 15% compared to the 10 top-earners last year. Their cumulative paychecks are split almost evenly between salaries and endorsements.

Of course, as it is in all pro sports, some individuals find themselves earning a fair amount more than others. In the case of the NBA, here’s a look at the 10 players who will get paid the most in 2017.

10. Kyrie Irving

Total earnings: $30.6 million

Thanks a sweet handle and an undeniable clutch gene, Kyrie Irving has established himself as one of the game’s premier point guards. As a result, he’s been able to capitalize both on and off the court. Aside from the $17.6 million the Cavs are paying him this season, the former Dukie is taking in a cool $13 million in endorsement money. With $30.6 million in total earnings, Uncle Drew holds steady at No. 10 on the NBA’s highest-paid players list.

9. Chris Paul

Total earnings: $30.9 million

Chris Paul is one of the best floor generals money can buy. The Clippers know this, which is why they’re paying him $22.9 million this season. However, they’re not the only ones, as CP3 is pulling in another $8 million courtesy of endorsement deals with companies like Spalding, State Farm, Fan Duel, and Nike’s Jordan Brand. Although Paul is probably not used to coming in ninth place in anything, making $30.9 million is nothing to be embarrassed.

8. Carmelo Anthony

Total earnings: $32.6 million

Carmelo Anthony may go his whole career without ever winning a title, but as one of basketball’s most gifted scorers, he still pulls in top dollar. This year, thanks to sweet deals with companies like Nike’s Jordan Brand, Anthony is raking in $8 million in endorsement money. Add that to the $24.6 million the Knicks pay him in salary, and Melo is sitting pretty with $32.6 million in total earnings.

7. Derrick Rose

Total earnings: $35.3 million

We’ll always be left wondering how good Derrick Rose could have been had he not suffered a string of unfortunate injuries. And yet, while the New York Knicks point guard’s standing among the game’s elite took a hit, the former MVP’s bank account has not. Rose is making $21.3 million in salary this year and raking in $14 million in endorsement money, making him the seventh highest-paid NBA player in 2017.

6. Dwyane Wade

Total earnings: $36.2 million

Although Dwyane Wade left Miami for the Windy City, the move certainly hasn’t hurt his bank account. This season, the Bulls are paying him a salary of $23.2 million. Couple that with the $13 million he’s earning through endorsements — making his total earnings for the season $36.2 million — and it’s clear Flash is still sitting pretty.

5. Russell Westbrook

Total earnings: $41.5 million

Ever since KD’s departure this past summer, Russell Westbrook has been nothing short of a one-man wrecking crew. The Brodie has the Thunder in playoff contention, while averaging a triple-double for the season and doing whatever it takes to earn his money. And it’s a lot of money — $41.5 million in total earnings to be exact. When it comes to Westbrook, it’s best to just sit back and enjoy the show.

4. James Harden

Total earnings: $46.5 million

Not only is Houston Rockets superstar James Harden getting paid — $26.5 million in salary — for dropping buckets and dimes, he’s reaping plenty of rewards off the hardwood as well. Thanks to his dealings with companies like NBA 2K, Stance, New Era, and of course, Adidas (hello, $200 million deal), Harden has increased his off-court earnings to $20 million. This makes one thing abundantly clear: At $46.5 million in total earnings, The Beard gets paid.

3. Stephen Curry

Total earnings: $47.1 million

By superstar standards, Stephen Curry’s 2016–17 salary of $12.1 million is actually insulting. But don’t worry, the Baby-Faced Assassin is more than making up for it in endorsement money. Thanks to deals with everyone from Chase to Under Armour, the two-time MVP is set to pull in $35 million in off-court earnings, giving him $47.1 million in total earnings this year.

2. Kevin Durant

Total earnings: $62.5 million

With total earnings of $62.5 million, Kevin Durant comes in at No. 2 on the list of the NBA’s highest-paid players in 2016. And if you think that’s impressive, just wait until you see how it’s all broken down. Aside from his $26.5 million salary with the Golden State Warriors, KD’s partnership with the app Acorns, as well as deals with companies like Sparkling Ice, BBVA, Beats, and Nike (worth upwards of $300 million), has helped him pull in $36 million in endorsement money alone. Clearly Durant’s shot isn’t the only thing unstoppable about him.

1. LeBron James

Total earnings: $86 million

Long live the King.

If you think LeBron James’s $31 million salary — the highest in the NBA this season — is massive, just wait until you hear about his off-the-court ventures. That’s where his royalty really shines. The Cleveland Cavaliers superstar works with everyone from Intel to Verizon, has a production company (SpringHill Entertainment), a multi-platform media company (Uninterrupted), dealings with Fenway Sports Management, and a major investment in the assembly-line pizza franchise, Blaze. And of course, we can’t forget about his new “lifetime” deal with Nike — something that no one else in history has ever had. All in all, James will see $55 million in endorsements, taking his total 2017 earnings to $86 million. This proves once again — to anyone who didn’t already know it — that it’s good to be the King.

Statistics courtesy of Forbes and Spotrac. 

10 Useless Buzzwords You Shouldn’t Use on a Resume in 2017

Nothing’s worse than suffering through a monologue as someone tries to sound smart or creative. You can usually pick up on it right away — their words are cherry-picked from a thesaurus. What’s more, their manner of speaking is well-rehearsed, and it may include some canned one-liners designed to evoke a reaction. Yes, you can play along with them, but unless they’re a natural storyteller or they possess some kind of charisma, you’ll soon lose interest.

Now picture a hiring manager who has to suffer through reading similar glop on resume after resume. With their patience wearing thin, you can see why they would toss the offending document aside in favor of the next one — especially if it’s full of buzzwords and one-liners.

In that sense, all that hard work of carefully crafting your resume was for not. We’ve been told we should research and curate our resumes to specific job postings. That includes the use of specific jargon or buzzwords. But if we overdo it? It’ll backfire.

Resume buzzwords

What buzzwords and phrases should you avoid then? LinkedIn has released its annual list, and it includes 10 words that we bet we’d find on your resume and/or social media profiles right now.

According to LinkedIn and writer Christopher Sandford, we rely on cheap buzzwords for four main reasons: Ease, association, appearances, and, perhaps most unsurprisingly, because everybody else does it. “While it may be convenient or seem smart to use buzzwords when talking about ourselves, your professional achievements are better than generic buzzwords,” the LinkedIn brief said.

Here are 2017’s most overused buzzwords that you should purge from your resume and profiles immediately. How many do you use?

10. ‘Excellent’

You’re not Bill. And you’re probably not Ted. So, you should stop using the word “excellent,” which has somehow reemerged as a buzzword. It can, of course, be used to describe just about anything. It’s also a favorite of President Donald Trump. But you can do better. Try “superlative” or “distinguished,” or even simply “good.”

9. ‘Creative’

The best way to prove that you’re creative is to find a better way to express that notion other than using the word “creative.” Remember, everyone’s creative to some degree. There’s no better opportunity to show your creativity than by using a different word or phrasing. Try “visionary,” that is if you can stomach using that word to describe yourself.

8. ‘Certified’

Certified in something? Someone scanning your resume or profile is probably going to know it because you should have it listed under an education or skills subheading. If you held or hold a position that requires certification, it’s implied. Omit the word “certified.”

7. ‘Expert’

It takes some serious confidence to call yourself an expert. Typically, others are the judge of your expertise. Of course, if you feel that you’re an expert in something, you can express that through your actions rather than via a buzzword on your resume. Find a different way to express your skill set. Perhaps your resume will speak for itself?

6. ‘Focused’

“Focused,” “zeroed-in,” and “fixated.” Each of these words is basically saying that you were or are able to devote your attention to something. A hiring manager is going to expect that of an applicant. If you’re describing yourself, pick a different word. And if you’re describing the directive of a position or a specific task? Well, you just may be able to get away with it then.

5. ‘Experienced’

If you’re “experienced,” your resume should make that evident. Otherwise, it may just come across as a code word for “old.” Perhaps try “grizzled industry veteran” instead?

4. ‘Strategic’

The term “strategic” may be fun to use, but it can often be ineffective on a resume or LinkedIn profile. It really doesn’t say much. If you’re using it to describe your decision making or a guiding principle in a past accomplishment, it’s going to be implied. A recommended winning strategy? Remove “strategic” and rephrase your content.

3. ‘Passionate’

So, you’re “passionate,” huh? That’s not a bad thing. But if you were a hiring manager or recruiter, what exactly does this word tell you about a candidate? Probably nothing. If you’re truly passionate about what you do, we can assure you that this will come across in an interview, or through your background. Find a way to show your passion for a given industry or topic through your resume or profile, rather than just bystating it.

2. ‘Leadership’

“Leadership” is another thing that is better shown than stated. Are you a leader? Does your resume transmit that? Find a creative way to let your past actions speak to your leadership skills.

1. ‘Specialized’

This is LinkedIn’s top overused buzzword for 2017. “Top of the list, and new to the top 10 this year, is the term ‘specialized,’ knocking ‘leadership’ out of the top slot from 2016,” LinkedIn’s brief said. If the word “specialized” litters your resume or profile, think about the context in which you’re using it, and see how you can improve upon it.

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10 Classic American Cars You Will See on a Trip to Cuba

Yes,
My baby’s my common sense,
So don’t feed me
Planned obsolescence

— from The White Stripes’ “The Big Three Killed My Baby”

Planned obsolescence never learned the Cuban way of speaking Spanish. Nearly 60 years after Fidel Castro overthrew the government and ended Cuba’s capitalist system, the epic American cars of the 1950s still roll down Havana streets.

How is such a thing possible? Considering U.S.-sourced parts were banned from Cuba since 1959, it had to be a combination of crafty mechanics, body shop wizards, and feats of improvisation. But we’ll leave that story for another day. Here, we just want to celebrate the massive, colorful cruisers you could see on a trip to La Habana. Since many operate as taxis for tourists, anyone can get inside one for a small price.

Here are 10 classic American cars you shouldn’t miss on a trip to Cuba. Note: Because the grilles and other details changed over the course of 60 years, take the calls on make and model year as our best guess.

1. Buick Roadmaster

Many 1950s Buicks still patrol Havana, with Super, Special, and Roadmaster leading the pack. The pictured model, a Roadmaster most likely manufactured for the 1953 model year, maintained its gorgeous exterior over five decades into its life. There is no telling what it looks like under the hood, but as of 2004 the body was in excellent shape.

2. Ford Fairlane

Ford Fairlanes from the mid-1950s are quite common in Cuba. This model, which is pegged as a 1957, sported many of the original details when the photo was taken in 2014. You’ll also see many models from 1956 as well as Customline, Sunliner, and Crown Victoria from the mid ’50s in Havana.

3. Chevrolet Deluxe

Classic Chevys rule in Havana to this day. Tourists can ride in an Impala, a 210, a Bel Air, or a Deluxe like the one pictured. This model appears to be a 1952 (possibly 1954) that lost some of the original chrome from the back wheel and the section behind the front wheel. As of 2015, this car still ran tourists around the city, marking its sixth decade in operation.

4. Cadillac Eldorado

Cadillacs from the 1950s remain a symbol of excess, and they don’t get much more excessive than a late ’50s Eldorado with fins in hot pink. Three people can stretch their legs out, punch their lunch on the counter, and throw down backpacks in the back seat of this ride. If you did nothing else in Cuba, riding around old Havana in one of these would be worth the trip.

5. Ford Edsel

While the Ford Edsel is considered one of the great automotive flops of all time, the convertibles you see in Havana certainly look impressive six decades later. Edsel survived only three model years (1958–60), but this red ’58 Pacer remained in excellent condition for its 50th anniversary year (2008). We can think of worse cars to get us to the church on time.

6. Chevrolet Bel Air

You won’t hunt forever if you want to ride in a classic Chevy Bel Air. This pink convertible model, which we believe is a 1953, lost some chrome details from the back wheel but otherwise remained in great shape when the photo was snapped in 2015.

7. Mercury Monterrey

The Mercury Monterey debuted in the U.S. for the 1952 model year, and that premiere edition made its way to Havana. When the photojournalist filed this shot in 2013, at least one original Monterey convertible still made the rounds as a taxi for tourists.

8. Buick Super

When you think of big American cars of the 1950s, you’re probably thinking of something like a Buick Super sedan. This model, likely manufactured as the 1953 edition, lost some chrome on the driver’s side but kept its menacing fascia details.

9. Oldsmobile 88

You can probably see models from every year of the Oldsmobile 88’s first decade (1949–59) in Havana. Some convertibles are in pristine condition, but we thought we’d showcase an example of a 1958 model that survived in less glamorous form. You see chrome details missing from the sides, but that unique grille and fascia mark it as a ’58.

10. Ford Super Deluxe

If you’re a fan of 1940s American classics, Havana has some of them, too. This Ford Super Deluxe (ca. 1947) is one intriguing example. Note the three riders up front in this vehicle that dates back seven decades. As of 2016, this car still made the rounds in Cuba.