by Rupe | Dec 21, 2004 | Not So Recent Reads
Author: Suze Orman
Date: 14-Dec-04
This practical, systematic approach to financial freedom is divided into three parts. The first one takes us back to our most formative experiences with money. We do this in order to break free of financial worries and take control of our feelings about money. The next part contains the Must Dos, the Laws of Money. We’ll find out about trusts and wills, credit card debt, saving for retirement, the insurance we should and shouldn’t have, and much more. In the third part, we learn the true secrets of the money cycle and realize that we cannot measure our self-worth by our net worth.
My Thoughts: Sort of ok. I like Suze, but this book became rather repetitive really quickly. Had some good points that stuck out though.
by Rupe | Dec 2, 2004 | Mad Musings
Got hit by spammers over the last couple days. No sweat – will just turn it off…so there now!
by Rupe | Nov 27, 2004 | Not So Recent Reads
Author: Heny Hazlitt
Date: 27-Nov-04
Called by H.L. Mencken, “one of the few economists in history who could really write,” Henry Hazlitt achieved lasting fame for his brilliant but concise work. In it, he explains basic truths about economics and the economic fallacies responsible for unemployment, inflation, high taxes, and recession. Covering considerable ground, Hazlitt illustrates the destructive effects of taxes, rent and price controls, inflation, trade restrictions, and minimum wage laws. And, he writes about key classical liberal thinkers like John Locke, Adam Smith, Thomas Jefferson, John Stuart Mill, Alexis de Tocqueville, and Herbert Spencer.
My thoughts: Really great read. Very insightful, even though it was written several years ago – in fact before I was born.
by Rupe | Nov 27, 2004 | Not So Recent Reads
Author: Warren Buffet, Jim Rogers and More
Date: 27-Nov-04
Listen to writings by Warren Buffet, Peter Lynch, George Soros, and other leading figures of finance. In their own words, these legends of Wall Street share their best investment ideas and advice. The Book of Investing Wisdom offers unique insights into how these professionals and others achieved financial success through intelligent investing. It will inspire and motivate everyone from the professional money manager to the do-it-yourself investor to the business student.
This program includes:
Warren E. Buffet: “Track Record is Everything”
Jim Rogers: “Get Smartand Make a Fortune”
Peter Lynch: “Stalking the Tenbagger”
Edward C. Johnson II: “Contrary Opinion in Stock Market Techniques”
Peter L. Bernstein: “Is Investing for the Long Term a Theory or Just Mumbo-Jumbo?”
Mario Gabelli: “Grand Slam Hitting”
Robert R. Prechter: “Elvis, Frankenstein, and Andy Warhol”
George Soros: “After Black Monday”
Leo Melamed: “The Art of Futures Trading”
Martin E. Zweig: “Selling Short – It’s Not Un-American”
My Thoughts: Ok read. A few points here and there, but I probably wouldn’t recommend it.
by Rupe | Oct 20, 2004 | Not So Recent Reads
Author: Harold S. Kushner
Date: 20-Oct-04
In today’s high-pressure world the odds are that you may feel overwhelmed, dissatisfied or unable to cope with unforeseen problems in your life. Harold Kushner’s challenging philosophy has brought inspiration to millions, and now he tells you how to live with more confidence and hope no matter what challenges you face in life. Whether you have no religious background or feel uncomfortable with the one you do have, whether you want to question your beliefs or develop your own relationship with God, Rabbi Kushner helps you understand how a spiritual commitment can make a real, practical difference in your life – and how you can find more meaning and live better today!
My Thoughts: Okay read. Didn’t really live up to the title. Not much substance here . Wouldn’t really recommend.
