Archive · 16 Sep 2025
Biden's Post-Presidency: Less Lucrative, Facing Challenges
After leaving the White House, Joe Biden's life has changed.
Unlike some former presidents, he doesn't have a lot of big money-making opportunities right now.
He's writing a book, which is taking a lot of his time, and he is still figuring out his plans.
The former president is also working on his own personal health, battling cancer.
Additionally, his son Hunter is facing money problems.
The family has also had some debt.
Biden is getting some money from his old government jobs.
Biden is planning a less fancy presidential center.
Biden's post-presidency has been less lucrative than expected, with limited opportunities.
He is facing personal challenges, including health issues and family debt.
Biden secured a book deal and receives pensions from his government service.
Biden gave a speech to SHRM and is in the process of writing a memoir.
Planning is underway for a presidential center, likely at the University of Delaware.
- Who
- Joe Biden
- What
- Is navigating a post-presidency with financial and personal challenges.
- When
- After leaving office on January 17th.
- Where
- Rehoboth Beach, Delaware; San Diego; University of Delaware
- Why
- Seeking to manage debt, plan for the future, and support family.
- Biden's Age
- 82 years old
- Book Deal
- ~$10 million advance
- Annual Pension
- Up to $416,000
- SHRM Speech Fee
- $300,000+
- Biden Beach House Debt
- Mortgage obtained in 2013, home-equity loan in 2022