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At 68, Bill Gates—the co-founder and former Microsoft CEO—continues to capture attention not just for his vast fortune but for how he manages his $131.1 billion in assets. Renowned for his groundbreaking work in tech and dedication to philanthropy, Gates’ spending habits reveal his wide-ranging passions and lasting drive to give back. Below is an in-depth look at where his wealth goes.
1. Real Estate Investments: $500 Million
One of Gates’ standout expenditures is his massive real estate portfolio. In the past seven years, he has poured around $500 million into luxury properties.
His main home, dubbed “Xanadu 2.0,” is a high-tech mansion in Medina, Washington, worth about $147 million. The estate features a 60-foot swimming pool with underwater speakers, a 2,500-square-foot gym, and a 1,000-square-foot dining hall.
