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eharrison's review against another edition
3.0
This book had good information, while being very clearly designed for American readers. I could still take many ideas and apply them to my Canadian life. However, the sound information was overshadowed by the unnecessary and cringey narrative that was woven into the information. The narrative elements have not help up over time while much of the finance information has.
beetree's review
4.0
I was kind of "meh" when this book won our book club vote, but I'm actually really glad I read it. Even though my first thoughts were around how chauvinistic and sexist some peoples were and how I wanted to punch them in the face, I did find that it moved very well and was entertaining in a stereotypical dubbed down, must be accessible all-American-boy way. And the writing is...like...SO terrible.
But that's not really the point here. The advice in this book is sound. I'm giving it points because it got me thinking and moving somewhat on my own finances and that's not something I usually pay much mind to. Even though it's outdated. Like...seriously...15% return rate? That doesn't exist anymore. But yeah. I don't care about the Tigers.
But that's not really the point here. The advice in this book is sound. I'm giving it points because it got me thinking and moving somewhat on my own finances and that's not something I usually pay much mind to. Even though it's outdated. Like...seriously...15% return rate? That doesn't exist anymore. But yeah. I don't care about the Tigers.
terrafyd's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
5.0
Excellent starter book for learning about finances!!!
zoe_archambault's review against another edition
informative
fast-paced
2.0
didn’t tell me much more than I already knew with annoying drab out stories to illustrate such basic topics
ceezer's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed the way this book was written into a story, instead of the same ol' hum-drum dry toast trade talk. It really made it a quick and easy read.
It also allows me to give copies to my nephews in their teens, giving them a head start, where the aforementioned books would most definitely fall outside the scope of their understanding/interest.
It also allows me to give copies to my nephews in their teens, giving them a head start, where the aforementioned books would most definitely fall outside the scope of their understanding/interest.
smilingeyebrow's review
4.0
Once you get past the corny dad jokes it's actually pretty helpful. I read it because my dad kept recommending it to me and I have to say I'm glad I read it. Still don't understand a bunch of stuff but it inspired me to look into various savings accounts with compound interest. I think that's a start.
tylerpetearnett's review against another edition
4.0
This book was great! I was given a list of a few books to read for a class in school and this one looked the most appealing with it being in a fictional story format. It did not disappoint. The way the writer kept me interested was intriguing and the characters seemed to always know the questions I had. It gave great tips on how to prepare for the future all the while not hurting your pocket too much now. I'd definitely recommend it to anyone.
werdyezmik's review against another edition
5.0
Very comprehensive book on personal finance. Definitely one of the best I've read.
risbister's review against another edition
4.0
Would recommend those new to learning about finance to read. As well as, those who know a bit (me), it helps to brush up your knowledge. I read the first edition and was surprised of the relevancy of most of the info. Likely will read the updated version.