"Written by Peter J. Tanous, noted author and well-known financial consultant, The Wealth Equation provides, under one cover, the three elements essential to building wealth with a lifelong investment plan." "First, discover your MoneyQ investment personality profile. Developed by noted behaviorist Shoya Zichy, this short series of questions will help you determine what kind of investor you really are." "Second, you'll discover the personal characteristics and the sound investment principles of 100 of the top investment managers in the world today. Based on Tanous's unique investment survey and his unparalleled access to the top financial thinkers and doers, he has distilled his "Seven Master Keys" to investment success." "Third, and most important, The Wealth Equation provides an investment program custom-tailored to you - whatever your profile, whatever your level of sophistication."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

How do the rich get rich? An updated edition of the “remarkable” New York Times bestseller, based on two decades of research (The Washington Post). Most of the truly wealthy in the United States don’t live in Beverly Hills or on Park Avenue. They live next door. America’s wealthy seldom get that way through an inheritance or an advanced degree. They bargain-shop for used cars, raise children who don’t realize how rich their families are, and reject a lifestyle of flashy exhibitionism and competitive spending. In fact, the glamorous people many of us think of as “rich” are actually a tiny minority of America’s truly wealthy citizens—and behave quite differently than the majority. At the time of its first publication, The Millionaire Next Door was a groundbreaking examination of America’s rich—exposing for the first time the seven common qualities that appear over and over among this exclusive demographic. This edition includes a new foreword by Dr. Thomas J. Stanley—updating the original content in the context of the financial crash and the twenty-first century. “Their surprising results reveal fundamental qualities of this group that are diametrically opposed to today’s earn-and-consume culture.” —Library Journal

The bestselling author of The Millionaire Next Door reveals easy ways to build real wealth With well over two million of his books sold, and huge praise from many media outlets, Dr. Thomas J. Stanley is a recognized and highly respected authority on how the wealthy act and think. Now, in Stop Acting Rich ? and Start Living Like a Millionaire, he details how the less affluent have fallen into the elite luxury brand trap that keeps them from acquiring wealth and details how to get out of it by emulating the working rich as opposed to the super elite. Puts wealth in perspective and shows you how to live rich without spending more Details why we spend lavishly and how to stop this destructive cycle Discusses how being "rich" means more than just big houses and luxury cars A defensive strategy for tough times, Stop Acting Rich shows readers how to live a rich, happy life through accumulating more wealth and using it to achieve the type of financial freedom that will create true happiness and fulfillment.

Equation of Wealth: The Simple Path to Wealth Building" Are you ready to transform your financial future and rewrite the story of your wealth? If you're looking for a roadmap to financial independence and a strategy to turn your financial dreams into reality, then "Equation of Wealth" is your essential guide. Inside these pages, you'll uncover the secrets of wealth that have eluded so many. With a practical and actionable approach, this book takes you on a journey of financial enlightenment. It's not just another financial book-it's your financial game-changer. What Makes This Book Stand Out: Expert Insights: "Equation of Wealth" is not just theoretical. It draws on the wisdom of renowned financial experts, presenting their strategies and advice in a concise, easy-to-follow manner. This book is your personal mentor on your journey to financial success. Real-Life Case Studies: Dive into the stories of real individuals who have achieved lasting wealth. Learn from their triumphs, their challenges, and the choices they made. Discover the strategies that worked for them and apply them to your own financial journey. Clear and Practical Guidance: Written in a style reminiscent of top financial authors, "Equation of Wealth" takes complex financial concepts and breaks them down into understandable, actionable steps. You won't find jargon or confusing financial language here-just practical guidance you can start implementing right away. Motivation and Inspiration: As you read, you'll find not just financial guidance, but also motivation and inspiration. "Equation of Wealth" aims to empower you to take control of your financial destiny, create wealth, and achieve lasting success. You'll Find Inside: Wealth Affirmation Daily Practice & Investment Roadmap: Imagine having a daily practice that reinforces your wealth mindset, keeps you motivated, and paves the way for financial success. "Equation of Wealth" provides you with a unique set of daily affirmations that will empower you to attract prosperity, make smart financial decisions, and cultivate the mindset of the wealthy. Have you ever dreamed of reaching a million-dollar milestone in your life? "Equation of Wealth" includes a investment roadmap that guides you, step by step to achieve $1 million. The strategic approach is clear, practical, and achievable, and it's supported by expert advice. The equation for wealth is not a mystery-it's a set of principles, strategies, and actions that anyone can learn. With "Equation of Wealth" in your hands, you'll possess the tools and knowledge to redefine your financial future. Say goodbye to financial stress and hello to a life of prosperity. The simple path to wealth journey to begins with a single step. Start your journey today with "Equation of Wealth." Your financial transformation awaits.

10TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION Is the financial plan of mediocrity -- a dream-stealing, soul-sucking dogma known as "The Slowlane" your plan for creating wealth? You know how it goes; it sounds a lil something like this: "Go to school, get a good job, save 10% of your paycheck, buy a used car, cancel the movie channels, quit drinking expensive Starbucks mocha lattes, save and penny-pinch your life away, trust your life-savings to the stock market, and one day, when you are oh, say, 65 years old, you can retire rich." The mainstream financial gurus have sold you blindly down the river to a great financial gamble: You've been hoodwinked to believe that wealth can be created by recklessly trusting in the uncontrollable and unpredictable markets: the housing market, the stock market, and the job market. This impotent financial gamble dubiously promises wealth in a wheelchair -- sacrifice your adult life for a financial plan that reaps dividends in the twilight of life. Accept the Slowlane as your blueprint for wealth and your financial future will blow carelessly asunder on a sailboat of HOPE: HOPE you can find a job and keep it, HOPE the stock market doesn't tank, HOPE the economy rebounds, HOPE, HOPE, and HOPE. Do you really want HOPE to be the centerpiece for your family's financial plan? Drive the Slowlane road and you will find your life deteriorate into a miserable exhibition about what you cannot do, versus what you can. For those who don't want a lifetime subscription to "settle-for-less" and a slight chance of elderly riches, there is an alternative; an expressway to extraordinary wealth that can burn a trail to financial independence faster than any road out there. Why jobs, 401(k)s, mutual funds, and 40-years of mindless frugality will never make you rich young. Why most entrepreneurs fail and how to immediately put the odds in your favor. The real law of wealth: Leverage this and wealth has no choice but to be magnetized to you. The leading cause of poorness: Change this and you change everything. How the rich really get rich - and no, it has nothing to do with a paycheck or a 401K match. Why the guru's grand deity - compound interest - is an impotent wealth accelerator. Why the guru myth of "do what you love" will most likely keep you poor, not rich. And 250+ more poverty busting distinctions... Demand the Fastlane, an alternative road-to-wealth; one that actually ignites dreams and creates millionaires young, not old. Change lanes and find your explosive wealth accelerator. Hit the Fastlane, crack the code to wealth, and find out how to live rich for a lifetime.

You have probably read about an old woman who worked at menial jobs all her life, and surprisingly left an estate of over one million dollars. Perhaps she was lucky. More likely she was wise, stashing away her pittance each month and investing it to grow in stocks of companies she felt were reliable. Only a few people seem to have an innate talent for investing. Most of us need intensive study and self-preparation to become wise and patient investors. From his own experience, the author is convinced that, with dedicated interest and diligent study, many can master this potentially lucrative field. This book, The Wealth Equation, is the vehicle to acquire the knowledge and skills to become a wise investor. You need to read this book before starting to invest because beginner mistakes can be so costly. The book helps you attain a state of mental discipline to rein in the very powerful emotions ever-present where your money is at stake. It equips you with a comprehensive understanding of investing and a familiarity with stock market behavior so your mind is in control, not your emotions. In The Wealth Equation you will read about the various types of investments: money markets, certificates of deposit, bonds, stocks, annuities, limited Partnerships, IRA's, etc. The book provides criteria for making informed command decisions on selecting the most suitable types of investments, deciding when to invest, when to sell, when to be cautious and when to be a little bolder. This book describes techniques of good money management necessary to develop funds for investing. The benefits of compounding to multiply your gains are graphically displayed. The book explains how compounding dividends and gains allows the legendary plodding tortoise to beat the flighty hare at the end. The book depicts a detailed history of the U.S. stock market over 90 years, giving the reader a broad perspective and a more complete understanding of stock market behavior. The book's Epilogue describes political actions that the author deems necessary for improving the performance of the economy, and with it the stock market. To the extent that these political actions are implemented in the future to improve the economy, or adversely, if negative actions are taken to further damage the economy, the investor thus has a gauge for assessing likely future trends in the stock market. To be successful in coping with sweeping moves of the stock market, it is essential to face political realities. You will read about the author's investing history—the early struggles, the learning process and later successes—culminating in navigating successfully through The Great Recession, buying into the market at the low point, and achieving multiple gains thereafter. You need to read and study this book to help you attain a comfortable life of prosperity and financial security. Bon voyage!