book review

Let’s be honest—we’ve all had those moments where we look at our bank account, do a little mental math, and think, “I should’ve started saving years ago.” Whether you blew your twenties backpacking through Europe, spent your thirties raising kids, or just never got around to the whole money-management thing, … Continue reading

Let’s be honest—most of us were never taught how to invest properly. Schools rarely cover it, and financial news often feels more like a foreign language than something actionable. That’s where Phil Town’s Rule #1 comes in like a breath of fresh air. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by investing … Continue reading

Welcome back to Your Pocket Matters—your go-to corner of the internet for real talk on money, mindset, and everything in between. Today, we’re diving into a book that’s been making noise in the personal finance world for over a decade: “I Will Teach You to Be Rich” by Ramit Sethi. … Continue reading

Ever feel like you’re working non-stop just to keep up with bills, debt, and daily expenses? Like, money is controlling your life instead of you being in charge? If that sounds familiar, then Your Money or Your Life by Vicki Robin (and originally co-authored with Joe Dominguez) might just be … Continue reading

When it comes to personal finance books that stand the test of time, The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason is right up there with the greats. First published way back in 1926, this book is nearly a century old—but don’t let its age fool you. It’s still … Continue reading

If you’ve ever stared at your bank account and wondered why you can’t seem to save money—or why someone with a modest salary can retire early while a millionaire ends up broke—then Morgan Housel’s The Psychology of Money is a must-read. In this blog post, we’ll unpack the book’s biggest … Continue reading

What if I told you that the average millionaire isn’t driving a Lamborghini, sipping champagne on a yacht, or flexing on Instagram? In fact, they might be living right next door—wearing jeans from Costco, driving a used Toyota, and mowing their own lawn on Sundays. Sounds unbelievable, right? That’s exactly … Continue reading

Ever find yourself wondering, “Is it just me, or does everyone else also freak out before checking their bank balance?”If you’ve ever questioned your financial habits — whether it’s tipping etiquette, saving for retirement, or just how long it takes to buy groceries — you’ll probably find Are You Normal … Continue reading

Welcome to another deep-dive from Your Pocket Matters! Today, we’re cracking open a personal finance classic: The Bogleheads’ Guide to Investing by Taylor Larimore, Mel Lindauer, and Michael LeBoeuf. If you’re tired of flashy get-rich-quick schemes and you want to build wealth the slow, steady, and smart way, this book … Continue reading

When I picked up The Wealthy Barber by David Chilton from my local library, I wasn’t expecting much more than a dry run-through of financial advice. You know the type—pages full of jargon, maybe a few boring charts, and a list of things to do that feel about as fun … Continue reading