The Best $25 You Can Spend on Finance Books on Amazon
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You can never go wrong investing in your own financial literacy. And you don’t have to fork out a ton of money to do so, either.
Many great finance books are on Amazon for $25 or less. Whether you’re hoping to improve personal finances, upgrade your investing strategies or boost your business accounts, these books will give you a leg up.
Here’s what the experts recommend you shop for to educate yourself on all things money matters.
The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
- Price: $10.44
For beginners seeking fundamentals, Gagan Saini, CEO of We Buy Houses in Central Valley, strongly recommended “The Psychology of Money” by Morgan Housel.”
“I tell my clients, ‘This book transformed how I view wealth building — it’s not about complex formulas but understanding how your mindset impacts financial decisions,'” Saini said.
“Housel explains why smart people make poor money choices through engaging stories rather than dry formulas,” Saini added. “When I work with new investors, I often reference Housel’s concept that building wealth isn’t about what you know but how you behave with money.”
Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
- Price: $6.82
For wealth mindset, Erik Wright, owner and CEO of Buy My Home Nashville, said “Rich Dad Poor Dad” by Robert Kiyosaki might seem obvious, but its lessons about assets versus liabilities remain relevant today.
“This book changed my perspective on money when I first read it, leading me to invest in real estate,” he said. “I still revisit it yearly and find new insights each time.”
The Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins
- Price: $9.99
For Beginning Investors, Wright suggested JL Collins’ “The Simple Path to Wealth,” as it provides clear, actionable advice for long-term investing success.
“I recommend this book to my team members just starting their investment journey,” he added. “Its straightforward approach to index fund investing perfectly complements real estate investment strategies.”
Saini agreed with this recommendation: “I’ve witnessed dramatic shifts in retirement strategies from clients who read this book.”
The book’s straightforward approach to index fund investing eliminates confusion and focuses on actionable steps,” Sani added. “I reference his ‘stock series’ chapters whenever clients ask me about market timing or picking individual stocks.”
The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey
- Price: $21.99
For debt management, Wright said “The Total Money Makeover” offers solid fundamentals for getting out of debt.
“While I don’t agree with all his investing advice, his debt-elimination strategies have helped countless people take control of their finances,” he explained. “Clients use these principles to clear their debt before starting their real estate investment journey.”
The Book on Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner
- Price: $14.24
For real estate investors, precisely, Saini said “The Book on Rental Property Investing” delivers exceptional value.
“I give this book to every new property investor I mentor because it covers everything from finding deals to analyzing markets without overwhelming readers,” he said. “Last year, I worked with five new investors who all read this book and they consistently asked more insightful questions during our property tours than those who hadn’t.”
Saini said Turner’s practical advice about calculating cash flow has saved several of his clients from making costly investment mistakes.
Profit First by Mike Michalowicz
- Price: $16.99
“For entrepreneurs needing financial guidance, ‘Profit First‘ offers a system that transformed my own business finances,” Saini said.
He said the traditional accounting formula (Revenue – Expenses = Profit) often leaves business owners with nothing left.
“Michalowicz flips this to prioritize profit first and I’ve implemented his percentage-based system with remarkable results in my real estate business,” Saini explained. “I tell my business owner clients, ‘This book will change how you view your company’s bank account forever.'”
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