It’s no secret that many of us are independent learners when it comes to managing our money. After all, according to a 2020 survey by the Council for Economic Education, only 21 states require high school students to take a personal finance course in order to graduate. As such, it’s little wonder adults are relying on online resources and books to learn more about topics ranging from budgeting, investing, and retirement planning.
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In general, personal finance books cater to specific groups of people. This could be millennials, women, or those approaching retirement. Because of this, it can be difficult to find the right advice for your specific situation. However, these 12 personal finance books should do the trick if you’re a savvy reader.
If you’re like, money is a subject that I wish I had learned more about in school. In particular, how to properly manage my finances. Thankfully, that’s what Cary Siegel delivers in this book.
Siegel, a retired business executive, divides the book into 99 principles and eight money lessons he believes that you should have learned in high school. In fact, the book was originally intended for Siegel’s five children after he realized they did not learn important financial principles before entering the real world.
It turned out, however, to be a well-reviewed read with plenty of money lessons as well as firsthand advice from Siegel. Overall, anyone looking to begin their personal finance journey or get back on track should check out this easy-to-understand book.
Excerpt: “Politeness—Saying, “Please” and “Thank you” will get you far in life. It sounds silly, but, believe me, it’s true. Don’t take others for granted; instead, make them feel appreciated. I promise you three things: Showing appreciation will make others feel good, it will make you feel good, and it will help you out professionally. It’s amazing how many people forget about this in their professional lives. Persistence—Half the battle is showing up every day and putting your best effort behind what you’re doing. If you try your hardest all the time, no one will ever fire you, and as a result, you will find yourself in an economically secure place.”
This book draws from Jason Vitug’s personal experiences and conversations with others about financial and life goals. Specifically, the book focuses on a road trip across the country that he took in 2016 to highlight the idea of financial wellness.
The book is focused on presenting financial wellness as a way to achieve a health and wealth balance. Throughout this book, the main objective is to assist readers to …….
