Rich Dad's Increase Your Financial IQ: Get Smarter with Your Money

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars | 2,429 ratings

Price: 17.5

Last update: 07-16-2024


Top reviews from the United States

Mike .
5.0 out of 5 stars Best Kiyosaki Book Yet
Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2008
I have to say, I've listened to quite a few audio books and read a few books by Robert Kiyosaki. I have to say I was very impressed with this one. I really think this one does a really good job at getting you to see things a different way. I especially like how he talks about expanding your means (as he has in the past) but this time he actually goes in and shows you how he would budget for a surplus and you get to actually see exactly what he means. He has more specific examples, rather than just the concepts and ideas by themeseleves.
He explains why and how he's both a capitalist and a socialist, and he clearly explains why you can't simply blame one side of the political spectrum, and gives examples of things that both republican and democratic presidents have done which ends up hurting those who save.
I think that if you were to read one Robert Kiyosaki book, this would be the one, it seems like he really put everything he's ever taught together in a way that really makes a lot of sense. Why savers lose, the increase of the money supply, the need for financial education, why most politicians don't know how to handle money, why most businessmen do the very wrong thing and cut spending on advertising during a reccession, when they should be looking to expand their means, all about your brain and how you learn best, and what to do about it and a whole lot more.

It was also interesting to see him forcast before this book was completely released in March, that we most likely have just reached the edge of the storm, and things could get a lot worse. October clearly may have been a significant part. Kiyosaki has been right on about a lot of things.

Going into debt isn't bad, in fact, it can be very good if you know completely what you are doing. However, as they say "a litle knowledge is dangerous" Don't stop at just this book, but make a plan, simulate the real thing and then start small and take the right managable calculated risks, and you can build wealth and get rich.

I believe that this book will dramatically shorten the learning process, and may save you a lot of valuable time and money that you would have paid through learning from the mistakes that you would otherwize made.
CharlesDerek
5.0 out of 5 stars The good bad and ugly
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2019
I've already read 4 books of his (this being my 5th). So I believe my opinion is a strong built one.

The bad: He repeats the same personal stories across multiple books (creates more page content) and strings you along without much details on financial knowledge, just general guidance.

The good: As general as his concepts and philosophies are, they are still very powerful and important. Much of the material in the books are hints for you to do your own research and apply from external knowledge (research combined with action). There where many chapters I screened to then reread, and find important hints I could've easily not noticed.

My advice:
If your looking for passive reads that build your knowledge over time? Then these books are not best suited. It would be nearly jmpossible to learn financial literacy through his books alone without consistently applying it with further research and application on your own finances.

As simple as his books are, they have really pushed me to be proactive. Which is much more difficult, but well worth the cost.
Jmruiz
5.0 out of 5 stars The real power of the mind
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2023
This book gives important insight into our most evil of demons, our own minds, why fear stops our dreams from becoming reality, and how we may overcome these fears/demons. ????
Reggie
5.0 out of 5 stars Don't listen to the bad reviews!!
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2019
I recently read this book after reading his Business of 21st century book. I enjoyed that one and decided to get this one and it surely is a good read. I see people saying that all he does is tell personal stories and doesn't tell you what to actually do, which may be true, but i believe he gives you an outline. He's not just gonna be able to tell you "go do this, that and the third" because not everyone is gonna have the same story, everyone is different. He's giving you advice on what he believes are steps to gain financial freedom. Never in life will someone just give you a get rich quick plan with steps 1-5. You have to take advice from people who are actually successful and tweak it to your life. If someone is saying that this is a bad book, do not believe them, as they just want a get rich quick booklet. And he even says at the beginning of the book that the book is personal stories and that he can't just tell you exactly how to go about your own life. Simply because it's YOUR life. Listen to what he's saying, take notes and make your own destiny. People expecto many handouts now a days and that's frankly part of the book. So to me, this is an excellent read, highly recommended.
Kindle Customer
4.0 out of 5 stars Terrific
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2024
Love it, a wealth of information. I learn a great deal from all of Kiyosaki's books! I highly recommend this book.
IDKMN
5.0 out of 5 stars Why we need financial education
Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2022
Robert talks about Not thinking about wealth in terms of money. your true wealth comes from knowledge and applying that knowledge to increase your financial IQ

Your knowledge about taxes, interest and inflation can either make you poorer or richer.

No matter what your profession is in this world we all need financial education and unfortunately our school systems do not teach us this. they teach us how to get a job.

You do not learn about the rules of money in our educational system. So it is up to you to read books like this to teach you that.
OJ
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2021
It’s straightforward and insightful!! Will recommend for anyone starting your journey to financial freedom. Your mind is a powerful tool and this book will get it to the right direction.
Kindle Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Pure wisdom
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2022
The book book is challenging and inspiring at the same time. If you want to find the path to build your financial independence regardless of the economic conditions, read the book!

Best Sellers in

 
 

Los secretos de la mente millonaria (Narración en Castellano) [Secrets of the Millionaire Mind]: Domina el juego de la riquez

4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 14240
6.08
 
 

Death of the Liberal Class

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 379
12.28
 
 

Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder for You than You Did for It!

4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 123
11.81
 
 

Million Dollar Action: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Making Wealth Happen

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 31
13.38
 
 

Mastering the Market Cycle: Getting the Odds on Your Side

4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 2899
17.46
 
 

The Bitcoin Standard: The Decentralized Alternative to Central Banking

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 7684
21.83
 
 

Rich Dad's Guide to Investing: What the Rich Invest In That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not!

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 6065
21.88
 
 

The House of Morgan: An American Banking Dynasty and the Rise of Modern Finance

4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 2108
20.44