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Summary: Good for the basics - especially for people starting out
Review: I wanted to read this book so that I had an understanding of what some of the "folks" were hearing from people they trusted. The thought was: How can I help someone if I don't understand what they may have heard?Now that I'm finished with it I have a few quick thoughts: GOOD: The book tries to strike a balance between being technical and practical - It explains some of the "concepts" well, but then goes into specific deatil about "WHO" to call for things (i.e. credit reporting agencies, SBA etc.) GOOD: The book touches on all the major subjects that people unfamiliar with personal money mgmt trip over. Insurance, home-buying, investing, insurance, credit, avoiding scams etc. are all topic that you MUST understand (to some extent) to avoid financial pitfalls. BAD: Occassional references to the bible are a nice idea, but there aren't enough of them to have a substantial meaning to a reader. In the end they are jsut distracting. BAD: The book doesn't have much of a "recommended reading" or additional reading section. Very helpful for those just starting out. GOOD: Chapters are easy to read during lunch. At 15-25 pages, it is easy to read this books during lunchtime over the course of 2 weeks. GOOD: Forget the msgr and your issues with him. The advice is solid, and right in line with what most financial planners would tell you (although, it is NO substitute for a professional - which the authors give advice on how to hire one) BAD: May be helpful to have a good dictionary handy if you are a novice reader. KB
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Summary: Good for the basics - especially for people starting out
Review: I wanted to read this book so that I had an understanding of what some of the "folks" were hearing from people they trusted. The thought was: How can I help someone if I don't understand what they may have heard? Now that I'm finished with it I have a few quick thoughts: GOOD: The book tries to strike a balance between being technical and practical - It explains some of the "concepts" well, but then goes into specific deatil about "WHO" to call for things (i.e. credit reporting agencies, SBA etc.) GOOD: The book touches on all the major subjects that people unfamiliar with personal money mgmt trip over. Insurance, home-buying, investing, insurance, credit, avoiding scams etc. are all topic that you MUST understand (to some extent) to avoid financial pitfalls. BAD: Occassional references to the bible are a nice idea, but there aren't enough of them to have a substantial meaning to a reader. In the end they are jsut distracting. BAD: The book doesn't have much of a "recommended reading" or additional reading section. Very helpful for those just starting out. GOOD: Chapters are easy to read during lunch. At 15-25 pages, it is easy to read this books during lunchtime over the course of 2 weeks. GOOD: Forget the msgr and your issues with him. The advice is solid, and right in line with what most financial planners would tell you (although, it is NO substitute for a professional - which the authors give advice on how to hire one) BAD: May be helpful to have a good dictionary handy if you are a novice reader. KB
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Summary: Much More Than Expected!
Review: It's About The MONEY is inspirational, easy to read, and is content-rich. Whether you are a novice, aspiring or experienced investor, this book can take you to the next level. In over twenty years of bringing investment information to the African American community, I am humbled by the job Rev. Jackson has done. It's About The MONEY is a "must have" for those planning to succeed in the 21st century.
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Summary: What a sham
Review: Rev. JJ and his son write a book about capitalism and how people can suceed in America. How does one of the U.S's biggest liberals going to tell people how to make money in America. The part where he Rev JJ says that Americans are better off quiting thier jobs and living off welfare really took me back. Rev JJ promotes lazyness and corruption in America. HE SHOULD OF WRITEN A BOOK CALLED, REV. JJ'S TEN STEPS TO EXTORTION. " You to can have the power to rip people off."
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Summary: Basic Financial Empowerment for all ...
Review: The Reverend Jesse Jackson illuminates basic financial planning, not in a technical format, but one that applies basic financial planning techniques to human needs, spirit, and soul. Financial independence becomes a cornerstone message of freedom, outlining the life empowerment that financial freedom brings. Through the Jacksons financial freedom message, the lofty concepts of economics, capital, taxes, financial planning, and debt are brought down to earth and applied in personal human terms. This is a message of financial empowerment appropriate to all!
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Summary: "Money" is the Bottom Line!
Review: This book covers all you need to know in planning your financial future. I found it to be comprehensive, thoroughly researched, and very well written. There is no substitute for having a good analysis of how to use financial planning strategies. Mary Gotschall's attempt is a 5-star winner. "It's About the Money" is definitely the bottom line in financial planning - a must read.
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Summary: "Money" is the Bottom Line!
Review: This is one of the best books on personal finances ever written for the layperson. In easy-to-under prose, it explains how to amass wealth and how to manage it. An indispensable addition to the library of anyone looking to improve their financial situation over the long haul!
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Summary: A Superb Personal Finance Book
Review: This is one of the best books on personal finances ever written for the layperson. In easy-to-under prose, it explains how to amass wealth and how to manage it. An indispensable addition to the library of anyone looking to improve their financial situation over the long haul!
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