Financial Literacy

One of most peoples biggest sources of stress is money. I believe that financial literacy is an essential part of overall well being and want it to be a part of your life.

I believe that you will be better prepared for life with the more you know about finance and the more tools that you have to your disposal.

I have devoted this page to help provide you with knowledge, tools, and resources that I find vital to help you take control of your finances.

Disclaimer: The information and data on this website have been gathered from generally reliable public sources. The information is not intended to be used as the primary basis for making individual financial decisions. I assume no responsibility or liability for individual financial decisions made by this websites viewers. I do not offer legal or tax advice. Viewers of this site are encouraged to seek advice from appropriate professionals regarding your particular circumstances.

Financial Literacy
Recommended Books
Your Money or Your Life: 9 Steps to Transforming Your Relationship With Money and Achieving Financial Independence
The Simple Path to Wealth: Your road map to financial independence and a rich, free life
Why Didn't They Teach Me This in School?: 99 Personal Money Management Principles to Live
The Index Card: Why Personal Finance Doesn't Have to Be Complicated
The Millionaire Next Door: The Surprising Secrets of America’s Wealthy
Get a financial life personal finance in your twenties and thirties
Make Your Kid A Money Genius (Even If You're Not): A Parents' Guide for Kids 3 to 23

Budgeting and Goal Setting
PowerPoint Slides
Recommended Articles
The No. 1 thing people with fat savings accounts scrimp on that you likely don’t
The road to riches is this simple: Drive a crappy car
Recommended Websites
Mint.com
YouTube Channel: Making Smart Financial Decisions
Nerdwallet.com
Pricticalmoneyskills.com
Everydollar.com
Recommended Books
The Total Money Makeover: Classic Edition: A Proven Plan for Financial Fitness
Budgeting Workbook: Finance Monthly & Weekly Budget Planner Expense Tracker Bill Organizer Journal Notebook

Credit, Interest Rates, Credit Cards, Home Loans, and Insurance
PowerPoint Slides
Recommended Websites
Nerdwallet.com
Predatory Lending with John Oliver
Creditkarma.com
YouTube Channel: Making Smart Financial Decisions
creditcardinsider.com
policygenius.com
Kahn Academy
Introduction to Interest
Credit Cards and Loans
Renting versus buying a home
Renting vs. buying (detailed analysis)
Is buying a home always better?

Investing, Retirement Plans, and Financial Advisors
PowerPoint Slides
Recommended Articles
How a 1% Fee Could Cost Millennials $590,000 in Retirement Savings
Quantifying your value to your clients
A Boglehead explains the simplest way to manage your money
A Quick Guide to Asset Allocation: Stocks vs. Bonds vs. Cash
Buy Low, Buy High
Diversification is (Almost) Undefeated
Investing 101
Buffet’s million dollar bet
Recommended Websites
Real Investment Advice
MorningStar Investing Classroom
Phil Town's Rule #1 Investing YouTube Chanel
Retirement Needs Calculator
Social Security Calculator
Investment vehicles, insurance, and retirement
Recommended Books
The Bogleheads' Guide to the Three-Fund Portfolio
The Neatest Little Guide to Stock Market Investing