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Old 07-29-2010, 09:53 AM
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I have read his books and find his advise to be generally good. It's a good place to start at least. He keeps it basic which is good for people just starting out, but as stated earlier, if you are looking for more advanced financial knowledge, look for a different author.

Dave Ramsey also says this in his book right up front which I think is good. Personal Finance is basic in it's purest form in my opinion. It doesn't have to be difficult. Have a budget, live within your means and let the professionals invest your money.
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Dave Ramsey also says this in his book right up front which I think is good. Personal Finance is basic in it's purest form in my opinion. It doesn't have to be difficult. Have a budget, live within your means and let the professionals invest your money.
To a point I would say allow the professionals to invest your money, but I also advocate obtaining personal knowledge of investing. I would advise against turning a blind eye to what your "professional" is investing your money in. (See Bernie Madoff) Research the stocks and mutual funds that they recommend. Understand how the markets work. For a more in depth knowledge of finances, if you so desire to learn, read and research real estate investing, starting a business, etc. Talk to and learn from professionals in the field who are sucessful. Simply allowing the so called pros to invest your money is selling yourself short in my opinion.
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To a point I would say allow the professionals to invest your money, but I also advocate obtaining personal knowledge of investing. I would advise against turning a blind eye to what your "professional" is investing your money in. (See Bernie Madoff) Research the stocks and mutual funds that they recommend. Understand how the markets work. For a more in depth knowledge of finances, if you so desire to learn, read and research real estate investing, starting a business, etc. Talk to and learn from professionals in the field who are sucessful. Simply allowing the so called pros to invest your money is selling yourself short in my opinion.
Dave only reccomends his elp's that will teach you about the investments it uses beit, mutual funds, real estate etc.
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