Second Chance: for Your Money, Your Life and Our World by Robert T. Kiyosaki
When it comes to getting money and life on track, Robert Kiyosaki in his book Second Chance: For Your Money, Your Life and Our World, promises to guide us towards a lifestyle of financial confidence and security. This book is an encyclopedia created for individuals who want to take control of their finances, but don’t know how. In this book, Kiyosaki examines everything from investment strategies, to debt management, to savings plans and how to create wealth. He provides simple, straightforward advice on how to make wise financial decisions, and how to maximize the value of each decision.
The book begins by discussing what money is and understanding the power of compounding interest. Kiyosaki encourages readers to view their money as an asset, not just a means to get by. He explains how compounding interest can make even small investments have an enormous return. He also goes into the different types of investments and the difference between short-term and long-term investing.
Next Kiyosaki discuss how to properly manage debt. He cautions readers to be careful not to fall into the debt trap that can lead to financial hardship. He encourages readers to pay off credit cards every month, only to use them in emergencies. He also advises that debt should only be taken on if the interest rate is low and the loan will be paid off quickly. He also urges readers to understand the risks associated with investments, particularly those with high interest rates.
Kiyosaki then offers advice on creating a savings plan and managing it efficiently. He cautions against putting all of one’s savings into one single investment, and encourages diversification of one’s portfolio. He recommends having emergency funds for financial crises, and saving for long-term goals or investments. He also provides guidelines for saving for retirement and suggests investing a part of one’s income in stocks or real estate.
Finally, Kiyosaki explains the importance of having multiple streams of income and building wealth. He encourages readers to think beyond the traditional job or career and to learn how to run a profitable business and make passive income from investments. He also promotes passive income through investing in business opportunities, stock markets, and real estate.
Kiyosaki shows readers how to transform their lives and make their money work for them. He provides clear and concise steps on how to invest, manage debt, and build multiple sources of income to increase wealth. Whether readers are just beginning to invest or are more experienced in the stock market and real estate, this book provides the simple strategies and advice necessary to take control of one's finances and future success.