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The Wealthy Barber Returns: Significantly Older and Marginally Wiser, Dave Chilton Offers His Unique Perspectives on the World of Money

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The Wealthy Barber Returns: Significantly Older and Marginally Wiser, Dave Chilton Offers His Unique Perspectives on the World of Money

by DAVID CHILTON

Financial Awareness Corporation | August 12, 2011 | Trade Paperback

"I love this book! It's wickedly witty and wonderfully wise - a Canadian icon returns just in time."
Senator Pamela Wallin

"Dave Chilton is the only guy who can effectively teach you the way to financial security using Oscar Wilde, evolution, the pains of horse racing and the price of Nibs. If I can apply even half of what I learned in this very funny book to my life, it will ease my mother's mind, and for that I will be eternally grateful."
George Stroumboulopoulos, CBC Host

"If you've always thought of money as a dry and dusty subject, let Dave show you just how interesting it can be. While you're at it, learn a thing or two about your personal motivation and how to point it in the right direction. And laugh your socks off, too! I thoroughly enjoyed this book!"
Gail Vaz-Oxlade, TV Host of Til Debt Do Us Part and Financial Author

"The Task Force on Financial Literacy can stop dithering. All it has to do is distribute Dave Chilton's long-awaited The Wealthy Barber Returns."
Jonathan Chevreau National Post Columnist and Author of Findependence

"Very funny. Very smart. This fast-paced journey through the world of personal finance will help a lot of people. I loved it!"
Amanda Lang, CBC Senior Business Correspondent

"A simple plan for a better financial future: Read this book. It's down to earth, fun to read and wise to all the mistakes people make in managing money."
Rob Carrick, Personal Finance Columnist, The Globe and Mail

"From the man who encouraged millions of people to save for the future, The Wealthy Barber Returns arrives when Canadians need it most. Another generation will be richer because of Chilton's funny, heartfelt and timely book."
Pat Foran, CTV News

"Dave is the king of common sense and writes in a way that everyone can understand. I love his key points: Financial planning is surprisingly straightforward. Simplicity works. Pay yourself first and get out of your own way. Too much credit can kill you."
Ellen Roseman, Personal Finance Columnist at the Toronto Star and Blogger at Moneyville.ca

"The Wealthy Barber Returns should be on the desk of every politician, chief, parent and teacher in North America. Dave speaks like the great chiefs of the past by reminding us that success is far more than money and material possessions."
Chief Clarence Louie, CEO, Osoyoos Indian Band Development Corp.

"I seldom endorse books but I'm happy to make an exception in this case. The Wealthy Barber Returns is good, practical advice written in a clear, concise and engaging style. If you, like most Canadians, are looking for ways to improve your financial situation, this is the place to start."
Malcolm Hamilton, Partner, Mercer

"Brilliant! I liked it even better than The Wealthy Barber. If we incorporate even a couple of Dave's ideas into our financial lives, we'll be much richer for it and not merely in monetary terms."
Ram Balakrishnan, CanadianCapitalist.com

"Chilton's good, old-fashioned advice and fresh insights will help you spend, save and invest more effectively. His entertaining, punchy style ensures that you will benefit from his seasoned wisdom into both what works and what doesn't."
Talbot Stevens, Financial Author and Speaker

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    I read the first book in the Wealthy Barber series by Mr. Chilton a while back, and have to say that this one is just as good. The author does a really good job of making something that most people find complicated and boring - financial management and planning - simple and rather entertaining. The author's stories and wittiness makes the subject matter easy to understand, and really helps to take the dullness out of the topic.

    I was initially attracted to the first book through a friend of mine who recommended it to me, and I liked it so much that I had to read this one. I'm not an expert in personal financial management and have had some trouble with managing my money in the past, so I definitely appreciate the tidbits and advice provided in Mr. Chilton's books. I found the sequel to be even more informative on things that many people aren't really aware of these days, like tax free savings accounts and mutual savings funds, and was surprised to learn of how much debt Canadians are taking on compared to the rest of the developed world. The books have certainly opened up my eyes as to how I should be spending and saving my money, and I would recommend them to just about anyone who can read! We can all benefit from learning how to better manage our money.

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    Rating: 5/5

    Amazing!

    Max Gund

    3 months ago

    I'm re-reading for the 4th time, wish I had that advice 20 years ago, but it's still not too late.

    We're in much better shape because of the practical advice in the book, well on our way to zero debt in 3-4 years- about time!
    We got caught in over consumption and Home equity loan of $100K and had no plan to pay it off until we sell our house (in 10-20 years?) Even at 4%, that is $80,000 in interest alone, AFTER TAX too. The book set us straight on HELOCs and how to reduce spending.
    Thanks David!!.
    PS.. We've asked our financial adviser to buy a lot of books for her clients!

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    Mr Chilton makes this book such a fun read for everybody while talking on a level we can all understand. The book is full of stories and examples explaining why we do the things we do and although we may not change some of our habits we now know why and are possibly a little more aware of the consequences. Best book on financial planning since The Wealthy Barber...not sure who wrote that one..lol. Buy it you won't regret it.

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    I got this book for Christmas and devoured it in two days. I actually enjoyed it more than its predecessor, The Wealthy Barber. I found "Returns" to be somewhat deeper, beyond the very basics, reflecting Dave's readers' current ages. I can't tell you how many people i know who are making the mistakes criticized in this book, from treating a line of credit like a second mortgage (and forgetting they owe the principal, not just the "low" monthly interest payments!) to being too proud to say something as honest as "I can't afford it." I'll be picking up a few copies to give to friends -- friends who will learn valuable lessons from this book!! Loved it!

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"I love this book! It's wickedly witty and wonderfully wise - a Canadian icon returns just in time."
Senator Pamela Wallin

"Dave Chilton is the only guy who can effectively teach you the way to financial security using Oscar Wilde, evolution, the pains of horse racing and the price of Nibs. If I can apply even half of what I learned in this very funny book to my life, it will ease my mother's mind, and for that I will be eternally grateful."
George Stroumboulopoulos, CBC Host

"If you've always thought of money as a dry and dusty subject, let Dave show you just how interesting it can be. While you're at it, learn a thing or two about your personal motivation and how to point it in the right direction. And laugh your socks off, too! I thoroughly enjoyed this book!"
Gail Vaz-Oxlade, TV Host of Til Debt Do Us Part and Financial Author

"The Task Force on Financial Literacy can stop dithering. All it has to do is distribute Dave Chilton's long-awaited The Wealthy Barber Returns."
Jonathan Chevreau National Post Columnist and Author of Findependence

"Very funny. Very smart. This fast-paced journey through the world of personal finance will help a lot of people. I loved it!"
Amanda Lang, CBC Senior Business Correspondent

"A simple plan for a better financial future: Read this book. It's down to earth, fun to read and wise to all the mistakes people make in managing money."
Rob Carrick, Personal Finance Columnist, The Globe and Mail

"From the man who encouraged millions of people to save for the future, The Wealthy Barber Returns arrives when Canadians need it most. Another generation will be richer because of Chilton's funny, heartfelt and timely book."
Pat Foran, CTV News

"Dave is the king of common sense and writes in a way that everyone can understand. I love his key points: Financial planning is surprisingly straightforward. Simplicity works. Pay yourself first and get out of your own way. Too much credit can kill you."
Ellen Roseman, Personal Finance Columnist at the Toronto Star and Blogger at Moneyville.ca

"The Wealthy Barber Returns should be on the desk of every politician, chief, parent and teacher in North America. Dave speaks like the great chiefs of the past by reminding us that success is far more than money and material possessions."
Chief Clarence Louie, CEO, Osoyoos Indian Band Development Corp.

"I seldom endorse books but I'm happy to make an exception in this case. The Wealthy Barber Returns is good, practical advice written in a clear, concise and engaging style. If you, like most Canadians, are looking for ways to improve your financial situation, this is the place to start."
Malcolm Hamilton, Partner, Mercer

"Brilliant! I liked it even better than The Wealthy Barber. If we incorporate even a couple of Dave's ideas into our financial lives, we'll be much richer for it and not merely in monetary terms."
Ram Balakrishnan, CanadianCapitalist.com

"Chilton's good, old-fashioned advice and fresh insights will help you spend, save and invest more effectively. His entertaining, punchy style ensures that you will benefit from his seasoned wisdom into both what works and what doesn't."
Talbot Stevens, Financial Author and Speaker

About the Author

Dave Chilton is an economics graduate from Wilfrid Laurier University. In 1985, he won the award for the highest mark in the country on the Canadian Securities Course. Cheating was never proven but widely suspected. In 1989, he released The Wealthy Barber. It went on to sell an astonishing two million copies in Canada. After milking his one and only good idea for years, Dave left the personal-finance field to home-school his children. His daughter escaped after a few months, but his son served out his entire sentence of three years less a day. Both children somehow overcame the experience and are now attending university. Over the years, Dave also published the bestselling cookbooks Looneyspoons, Crazy Plates and Eat, Shrink & Be Merry! along with authors Janet and Greta Podleski. Adding no value but taking a third of the profits, guilt finally overwhelmed Dave and he left the sisters' business in 2007. They just recently noticed. His true professional passion, however, remains the area of personal finance, where he tries to mix humour and common sense to help people handle their money more wisely. A frequent guest on national TV and radio shows, and a much sought-after speaker, Dave lives just outside Waterloo, Ontario.

Trade Paperback

6 x 9 x 0.5 in

August 12, 2011

Financial Awareness Corporation

English


0968394744
9780968394748

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