Quentin Fottrell

New York

Managing Editor, Personal Finance at MarketWatch

Irishman in New York. Managing Editor, Advice Columns @MarketWatch. Created The Moneyist. Former Ireland correspondent for @DowJones/@WSJ

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My boyfriend earns more than me, but I refuse to marry him without a prenup. Is that wise?

1 week ago | finance.yahoo.com | Quentin Fottrell

Unlock stock picks and a broker-level newsfeed that powers Wall Street. Quentin Fottrell Sun, May 4, 2025, 11:09 AM 5 min read “I’d like a prenuptial agreement — one that says he keeps his debt while I keep mine.” (Photo subject is a model.) - Getty Images/iStockphoto How do you protect yourself in a marriage? I’m not married and I don’t wish to be, but I might consider it with my partner in about five or six years. I know he will want to get married and that it is important to him.
My husband and I have $3M and are blessed with 3 children. Are we obliged to give them each $50K for their education?

1 week ago | marketwatch.com | Quentin Fottrell

The Moneyist‘Do we have an inherent responsibility to support our children with college and perhaps skimp on early retirement?’Published: May 5, 2025 at 11:22 a.m. ET“How do parents who are approaching this issue ensure that their kids keep some skin in the game?” (Photo subjects are models.) Photo: Getty Images/iStockphotoDear Quentin,I’d love to hear your thoughts on parents’ contribution to a child’s college education. We are blessed with three children: The eldest is a high-school sophomore.
My friend’s partner is pregnant, but she’s married to another man. Is he financially responsible?

1 week ago | marketwatch.com | Quentin Fottrell

The Moneyist‘She claimed her husband was cheating on her and stopped paying their mortgage’Published: May 5, 2025 at 6:24 a.m. ET“She only spent weekends with him, and he wasn’t allowed to go to her house, or meet her child.” (Photo subjects are models.) Photo: Getty Images/iStockphotoDear Quentin,My friend rebounded with a married woman after getting out of a long-term relationship.
Warren Buffett gave this timely investment advice at Berkshire’s annual meeting

1 week ago | marketwatch.com | Quentin Fottrell

The MoneyistThe Berkshire Hathaway CEO had some wise words for investors before announcing he was stepping down after six decadesPublished: May 5, 2025 at 5:45 a.m. ETBuffett is the master of get-rich-slow schemes. “I don’t get fearful of things that other people are afraid of,” he said. Photo: Getty ImagesWhat a difference a month makes. That applies to shareholders of Berkshire Hathaway and investors everywhere.
Warren Buffett gave this timely investment advice at Berkshire's annual meeting

1 week ago | morningstar.com | Quentin Fottrell

By Quentin Fottrell The Berkshire Hathaway CEO had some wise words for investors before announcing he was stepping down after six decades What a difference a month makes. That applies to shareholders of Berkshire Hathaway and investors everywhere.
'Money means nothing to my wealthy clients': My coworkers step on each other to get ahead. How do I compete?

1 week ago | morningstar.com | Quentin Fottrell

By Quentin Fottrell 'My clients spend $10,000 on an antique credenza or $5,000 on a side table' Dear Quentin, I work as an interior designer at a boutique firm in a major metropolitan area. I earn six figures, and a very healthy commission. My clients are wealthy - they are the 1% who think I am there to cater to their every need. Money means nothing to my wealthy clients. One woman argued about light switches. I live in a one-bedroom condo with a terrace.
If you read April's jobs report, you won't be surprised by the No. 1 'best job' in America

1 week ago | morningstar.com | Quentin Fottrell

By Quentin Fottrell There was strong jobs growth in one industry in April, but that does not necessarily add up to a healthy U.S. labor market The U.S. job market is healthy, for now, or so it seems.
My husband and I are tired of paying for our friends. How do we get them to pay their way?

1 week ago | finance.yahoo.com | Quentin Fottrell

Unlock stock picks and a broker-level newsfeed that powers Wall Street. Quentin Fottrell Sat, May 3, 2025, 2:07 PM 3 min read “How can this stop?” (Photo subjects are models.) - Getty Images/iStockphoto Call me cheap. We are not poor. When we vacation with friends and go out, my husband almost always ends up paying for everyone or picks up the entire bill. I can see that we are the most privileged — that is, the wealthiest — among everyone. How can this stop?
If you read April's jobs report, you won't be surprised by the No. 1 'best job' in America

1 week ago | morningstar.com | Quentin Fottrell

By Quentin Fottrell There was strong jobs growth in one industry in April, but that does not necessarily add up to a healthy U.S. labor market and economy The U.S. job market is healthy, for now, or so it seems.
My ailing parent’s house burned down in the California fires. Will our brother, who took care of them, lose his inheritance?

1 week ago | marketwatch.com | Quentin Fottrell

The Moneyist‘How can the insurance proceeds and legal settlement not be protected from our estranged sibling?’Last Updated: May 3, 2025 at 5:44 a.m. ETFirst Published: May 3, 2025 at 5:42 a.m. ET“Those monies are needed to rebuild the house and care for the remaining incapacitated parent.” (Photo subject is a model.) Photo: Getty/iStockphotoDear Quentin,This letter may interest folks in disaster zones. My parents set up a trust.

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Articles

My boyfriend earns more than me, but I refuse to marry him without a prenup. Is that wise?

My husband and I have $3M and are blessed with 3 children. Are we obliged to give them each $50K for their education?

My friend’s partner is pregnant, but she’s married to another man. Is he financially responsible?

Warren Buffett gave this timely investment advice at Berkshire’s annual meeting

Warren Buffett gave this timely investment advice at Berkshire's annual meeting

'Money means nothing to my wealthy clients': My coworkers step on each other to get ahead. How do I compete?

If you read April's jobs report, you won't be surprised by the No. 1 'best job' in America

My husband and I are tired of paying for our friends. How do we get them to pay their way?

If you read April's jobs report, you won't be surprised by the No. 1 'best job' in America

My ailing parent’s house burned down in the California fires. Will our brother, who took care of them, lose his inheritance?

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