Episode · ChooseFI · 2017-01-08

Books mentioned on 005 | Why Everyone Needs Dave Ramsey and Why You Should Ignore Him

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Dave Ramsey's advice works brilliantly for people drowning in debt — and falls apart for almost everyone else. Brad and Jonathan tackle the paradox of Ramsey's teachings: why his system rescues millions from financial chaos while simultaneously holding back those ready to build serious wealth.

Mentioned: Financial Peace Revisited by Dave Ramsey and The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey.

Books mentioned, in the order they came up

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  1. Financial Peace Revisited

    Dave Ramsey · at 2:11

    Financial Peace Revisited by Dave Ramsey is a foundational personal finance guide that outlines practical steps for getting out of debt, budgeting, and building long-term wealth.

    Discussed
    “and about the same time he created a small book called Financial Peace and he started offering it as a free resource to his church but the radio show gave him a platform to sell this book Nationwide and he turned it into a multi-million dollar Dynasty”
    Where to get it
  2. The Total Money Makeover

    Dave Ramsey · at 8:30

    The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey is a widely popular personal finance manual that outlines a straightforward, step-by-step framework for eliminating debt, building emergency savings, and achieving long-term wealth.

    Recommended
    “but if you don't understand how all this works and you're starting from scratch go buy the book The Total Money Makeover it will change your life I have no problem recommending that”
    Where to get it