The biggest takeaway from this book is to NOT invest in real estate with your retirement savings. I can't tell you how many books I read that said thiThe biggest takeaway from this book is to NOT invest in real estate with your retirement savings. I can't tell you how many books I read that said this was a good idea. The reason is, that you lose all the real estate deductions by doing this. ...more
This is a thorough book on taxes. Saving on taxes is something we should all do but most of us don't even know how to start. Some of the sections wereThis is a thorough book on taxes. Saving on taxes is something we should all do but most of us don't even know how to start. Some of the sections were almost too thorough and didn't really apply to my situation. But this book definitely motivates me to find a good tax advisor. ...more
Interesting concepts. Lacks detail to really start this yourself so the downside is you'll probably have to pay for being coached or become his studenInteresting concepts. Lacks detail to really start this yourself so the downside is you'll probably have to pay for being coached or become his student. Easy read. I actually enjoyed his personal stories the most. ...more
Pros: author is enthusiastic, and explains things really well until 3/4 of the book in. Cons: I have a feeling these concepts are oversimplified but aPros: author is enthusiastic, and explains things really well until 3/4 of the book in. Cons: I have a feeling these concepts are oversimplified but as a beginner, I couldn't tell you exactly what. He started to lose me with all the calculations. Also, it really annoys me when authors say go to my website and read this or watch this video. PUT IT IN THE BOOK. This is why I am reading the book!...more