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What is rule #1?
What is rule #1?
You must know the difference between an asset and a liability
What is the author's definition of an asset?
What is the author's definition of an asset?
Something that puts money in your pocket
What is the author's definition of a liability?
What is the author's definition of a liability?
Something that takes money out of your pocket
If you want to be rich, what should you do?
If you want to be rich, what should you do?
If you want to be poor or middle class, what should you do?
If you want to be poor or middle class, what should you do?
Describe what happens to the recently married, happy, highly educated young couple in terms of income and expenses.
Describe what happens to the recently married, happy, highly educated young couple in terms of income and expenses.
What solves most money problems?
What solves most money problems?
Why can't educated dad invest in assets?
Why can't educated dad invest in assets?
What are the differences between educated dad's financial statement and rich dad's financial statement?
What are the differences between educated dad's financial statement and rich dad's financial statement?
When your only source of income is your paycheck, who is your financial well-being dependent on?
When your only source of income is your paycheck, who is your financial well-being dependent on?
What does 'work for government' and 'work for bank' mean?
What does 'work for government' and 'work for bank' mean?
What is the author's definition of wealthy?
What is the author's definition of wealthy?
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Study Notes
Understanding Assets and Liabilities
- Rule #1: Differentiate between an asset and a liability.
- An asset is defined as anything that puts money in your pocket.
- A liability is anything that takes money out of your pocket.
Wealth Building Strategies
- To achieve wealth, focus on buying or building assets.
- The path to poverty or middle-class status often involves purchasing liabilities.
Financial Mismanagement
- A recently married, educated couple often mismanages their finances, accumulating debt through credit card purchases instead of saving.
Importance of Financial Intelligence
- Intelligence is crucial in solving most money problems.
Financial Statements
- Educated dad's expenses match income, with liabilities exceeding assets, hindering investment opportunities.
- Rich dad's financial statement highlights a commitment to investment and reduced liabilities.
Dependency on Income
- When relying solely on a paycheck, financial stability is tied to the employer.
Tax and Debt Responsibilities
- "Work for government" means taxes are deducted from income before receipt.
- "Work for bank" indicates that substantial post-tax expenses include mortgages and credit card debts.
Definition of Wealth
- Wealth is defined by the ability to survive a certain number of days without work, reflecting financial independence.
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