Richard Nixon

Although he resigned in disgrace, Richard Nixon still succeeded in making a fortune from his time in the office. He was born in a working-class family, his parents ran a grocery store and a gas station. He spent most of his life as a public servant, being for several years a U.S. senator in California.

He made a lot of money from interviews with David Frost and from book advances. It is considered that the 37th American president of the United States managed to raise his wealth by 650 % by the time he died.

Summary: Before his years as a president, his net worth was $2 million. Afterward, he had around $15 million (today’s value)

The next on our list could certainly afford a lavish lifestyle after office…..