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Mentioned in 49 episodes
The Simple Path to Wealth
Book • 2018
In 'The Simple Path to Wealth,' JL Collins provides a clear and accessible roadmap to financial independence.
The book, written in a conversational style, emphasizes the importance of living below your means, avoiding debt, and investing in broad-based index funds, such as Vanguard's Total Stock Market Index Fund.
Collins discusses key financial principles like the 'F-You Money' concept, the 4% rule, and the dangers of engaging investment advisors.
He shares his personal journey and investment mistakes, making the book relatable and inspiring.
Although the book is heavily focused on the U.S.
market, its underlying principles are applicable to a wide range of investors.
The book, written in a conversational style, emphasizes the importance of living below your means, avoiding debt, and investing in broad-based index funds, such as Vanguard's Total Stock Market Index Fund.
Collins discusses key financial principles like the 'F-You Money' concept, the 4% rule, and the dangers of engaging investment advisors.
He shares his personal journey and investment mistakes, making the book relatable and inspiring.
Although the book is heavily focused on the U.S.
market, its underlying principles are applicable to a wide range of investors.
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Mentioned in 49 episodes
Recommended by Brad Barrett as the most important book in the FI community, impacting his life significantly.
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Mentioned by Bobby Beck when discussing resources that helped him on his journey to financial independence.
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Recommended by Rick as a gift for his adult children to help them start their FI journey.
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Mentioned by Laura as a book that helped her understand personal finance.
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Mentioned by Andrew when discussing market timing and its impact on investment returns.
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Mentioned by Kim as a book she wishes she had read earlier in her career, praising its simplicity and clarity on investing.
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Mentioned by George as one of the sacred texts of finance.
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Mentioned by TJ as a book that clarified a simple, actionable path forward for financial independence.
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Mentioned by Jordan Grummet alongside "The White Coat Investor" as a book to help understand personal finance.
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