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5 Books to Master Your Money and Build Financial Literacy

Best books, Book Reviews, Books, Financial Literacy, Personal Finance, Wealth / Steve Burns

Financial literacy isn’t taught in most schools, which explains why so many middle-class earners struggle to build wealth despite stable incomes. The difference between those who achieve financial independence and those who live paycheck to paycheck often comes down to knowledge—specifically, understanding how money actually works rather than following conventional wisdom. Reading the right books […]

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10 Lessons Rich Parents Teach Their Kids (EARLY)

Financial Literacy, Wealth / Steve Burns

Wealthy families don’t just pass down money—they pass down mindsets, skills, and financial wisdom that create generational wealth. The following ten lessons form the foundation of how affluent parents prepare their children for lifelong financial success from an early age. 1. Money Is a Tool, Not the Ultimate Goal Wealthy parents teach their children to

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10 Books That Will Teach You More Than Any Finance Degree

Book Reviews, Books, Finance, Financial Literacy / Steve Burns

While formal finance education provides theoretical foundations, the real-world application of financial principles requires wisdom not found in traditional textbooks. The following ten books offer practical insights, historical context, and proven strategies that complement and often surpass traditional academic curricula. From understanding market psychology to analyzing historical crises, these works equip readers with the knowledge

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10 Habits of the Rich Vs the Poor (Based on Financial Literacy)

Financial Literacy, Personal Finance, Wealth / Steve Burns

Financial literacy often marks the invisible divide between wealth-builders and those who struggle financially. While income plays a role in wealth creation, research consistently shows that financial habits and knowledge are equally powerful determinants of long-term economic success. Ten contrasting patterns aren’t based on stereotypes but on observable financial behaviors supported by research. The good

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10 Habits Of The Wealthy Vs The Broke (Financial Literacy)

Financial Literacy, Wealth / Steve Burns

Financial success rarely happens by accident. Research consistently shows wealth accumulation is more closely tied to daily habits than inheritance or luck. According to Thomas C. Corley, who spent five years studying the habits of the rich and poor, many self-made millionaires read two or more books per month. In contrast, only a tiny fraction

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America’s Biggest Wealth Killer No One Is Talking About

Financial Literacy, Personal Finance, Wealth / Steve Burns

1. The Silent Financial Crisis Affecting Millions of Americans Financial illiteracy has become America’s most devastating wealth killer, silently eroding the financial potential of millions while rarely making headlines. At its core, financial literacy encompasses understanding and effectively applying various financial concepts and skills—from budgeting and saving to investing and managing debt. According to the

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What is Liquidity?

Financial Literacy / Steve Burns

Are you looking for ways to increase your trading and investing success? Understanding liquidity is key. Liquidity refers to the ease with which an asset can be bought or sold in the market without affecting its price. Knowing what assets have high and low liquidity and the benefits of focusing on highly liquid assets is

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The Most Valuable Financial Asset You Will Ever Have

Financial Literacy / Steve Burns

The importance of financial literacy makes it your most valuable asset you will ever have. Both understanding and also having the ability to use financial principles efficiently in your personal life is financial literacy. The concepts of budgeting, paying bills, investing, maintaining good credit, limiting debt, and managing a retirement account are all areas of

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