The Total Money Makeover
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Great book it will help you if you follow what he says you won't go wrong.
865765
This is a wonderful primer on how to change your look to suit advancing age. I found the make-up sections especially helpful. In my case, I'd used the same products for years without giving any thought to whether they were still my best choices.  This book not only made me re-think some of my products, but in some cases, urged me to go in an entirely new direction with products and colors.  While it is true that there are lots of high-end suggestions and product lines recommended, I did a major make-up overhaul using only the least expensive lines mentioned, and did the whole thing --foundation, blush, eyeliner, concealer, eye shadow, and powder, lipstick, and make-up remover--for under $100.  And I can honestly say that every single product I purchased using the book's specific recommendations is great, as is the look I achieved by using them!

I think almost anyone can afford to implement at least some of these suggestions.  Most of us are happy to spend a reasonable amount to upgrade our look, but we need the specific recommendations that this book supplies to know what to buy and how to do it.
720236
Million Dollar Diva is a great take on preserving your money. I myself have learned many things that are quite simple but lead to debt and I'm sure we all do it without even realizing it. I know I sure did. This book is not only here to help you with saving and paying off your bills, it is a step-by-step process that Tristi Pinkston herself took to get out of debt, and ahead of the game. Filled with websites, apps and many other things to help you along the way, it all gets summed up and simply makes sense. This is a great tool even if you aren't badly in debt. It's all about preparing for the future as well.
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I read this book last night.  Thanks for having it on the Kindle free list.  The book highlighted several people who used to spend a lot and now have cut back their expenses.  The spending areas that were cut most often were cable tv (eliminate it and get netflix), alcohol, dining out.  The examples were very helpful.  I was expecting to see more in the way of how to live on just $8000/yr but I'm not complaining.  The book was worth the few hours to read.

Note to the writer:  please consider editing the text for corrections.  There were multiple sentences with extra words that didn't belong or spelling errors.  Thanks for writing this book.  It was a worthwhile read.
2714632
This was an easy read for people looking to change the way they save money. I would have invested my money much more wisely and not been losing out to fees and managers. This should be required reading for people about to enter the workforce.
1863976
Fantastic book that helped me to get over my 'stuck' areas regarding money.  So grateful to this book and am going to start over again!
4892803
Well, I love this book. I have given 100's of copies away since the 90's. It's all about the mind set. The story is fantastic and basic that even a junior high school student or Harvard MBA and Wharton Graduate can understand and take away actionable idea's to get control of there money. This book is about making money and your money making money. It's fantastic and simply the best investment you could make in yourself.
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I wrote the review for this book on the total money make over book. I am an idiot. Excellent book thus far! Have been learning a fair bit and highly recommend it. I am almost 60 pages in and this is my first night reading it. Couples who struggle with budgeting together, get this book, singles who do a lot of impulse type building buy this book. Great great book
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This is a no-nonsense guide to regaining control of you finances.

Suze covers so many important topics: savings accounts, retirement investments, paying for college, home ownership, taxes, etc. that this book can be used as a resource for the rest of your life!

Her helpful tips and common sense approach to bringing your financial world under successful management make this book a must-own for anyone making a serious effort to understand the best way to make your money work for you.

Buy this book, turn your financial life around!

See ya next review!

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1486303
This book will reshape your ideas on finances, debt, investing, etc. it has been of great help to me. I love it and would recommend it to anyone, especially those seeking financial wisdom.
3577120
After reading the Total Money Makeover I realized that I already do a lot of what Dave talks about. I also realized that I don't do a lot of what Dave talks about. My wife and I are diving in. Watch us swim.
2564953
More than incredible, best money investment
2539572
I really loved this book. It is filled with lots of information to get you started on saving and earning money.
4664439
This is a great book with lots of ideas and detailed information. I would save this book and reread on occasion to refresh myself of its contents. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to make and save money.
1930133
I just finished reading The Total Money Makeover: A Proven Plan for Financial Fitness, by Dave Ramsey. Ramsey is a well-known financial planner, who broadcasts his financial advice to millions each week on his radio program, The Dave Ramsey Show.

His hook sounds something like this: If you're making payments on your car, your furniture, your house and your credit cards, you're a typical American...and you're in trouble. If you're behind on your payments and see no earthly way to dig your way out of your miserable pit. You need help.

If you've never heard Dave on the radio or read his works, be prepared for his direct talk. He doesn't sugar coat his advice. He'll tell you what's smart and what's stupid. He won't tell you that the road out of debt is always easy. Read his book and you'll know very clearly where he stands.  Ramsey gives a step-by-step approach to getting out of debt, saving and investing for the future.

I have always gained something from Dave Ramseys books, and this one is no exception. Dave very clearly outlines a financial plan that is worth consideration. It can be summarized into five steps:

Step 1: Save $1,000 as a Starter Emergency Fund. Add to it when possible to have 3-six months living expenses as your emergency fund.

Step 2: Get rid of debt. Start the Debt Snowball until only mortgage remains.

Step 3: Invest 15% of your Gross Income for Retirement (401K, Roth, and Traditional IRA).

Step 4: Payoff Home Mortgage.

Step 5: Save, save, save

Do it and your financial life will be healthier!
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I LOVE this book!  Got it free for my kindle because I love some other things from this author.  I was really surprised by how applicable it is for today.  What do you do with what you have? What would really make one happy?  An entire change of lifestyle?  Maybe not.  Keeping up with someone else?  Maybe.  Saving every little dime?  Hmmmm....  It makes one rethink what you would do with some money windfall like the lottery or an inheritance.  And makes me want to do better with my money.  I will be having my children who are homeschooled read this as an opener to our finances class. It is OLDFASHIONED, and the free version has some editing errors.  That aside, I thought it was grand.  One more title to adore from this author!
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Started listening to DR two years ago when we started our Total Money Makeover. Much of what you find in this book you can get for free through his website or podcast. I was reluctant to buy/read the book because I already knew the material would mirror the advice he gives daily on his talk show. However, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The information in the book is more in depth/detailed then what you might pick up from his radio show when he is answering questions. Overall, the book is a very easy read and I finished it in three days.

 As far as the effectiveness of Dave Ramsey's teachings/principles, we are on track to pay off 122k in less than 3 years using his program! We will be finished the first of 2018!! As a millennial, I absolutely love Dave Ramsey's straight forward and at times blunt personality.