Description
Product Description
Does the thought of creating your own budget make your head spin? Do you know what a credit score is used for? Do you even care? This book is for people who don't but wish they did. Because, let's face it, your parents aren't going to foot the bill forever.
Secrets to Becoming a Financial Badass will set you down the path to success without putting you to sleep. It's the financial lecture you never bothered listening to. But luckily, financial adviser George Kroustalis has boiled down decades of experience into three simple chapters: Save, Spend, and Invest. You can't mess that up.
There's no Wall Street jargon to learn, no complicated formulas just a few simple fundamentals. You'll follow two characters, Jack and Jen, along their paths to success or failure. Whether you're graduating high school, choosing a major in college, or entering the workforce, you'll be able to face the future with a badass attitude...and the bank account to match.
Review
Secrets to Becoming a Financial Badass is the personal finance book that every millennial should read. Far from a dry book that scares people off, its entertaining style will keep you engaged while teaching you how to save, spend, and invest wisely. --JJ Ramberg, Host of MSNBC s
Your Business, co-author of
The Startup Club
This is the book financial planners and investment managers dream of writing! George Kroustalis has created an invaluable resource for young people with this straight-to-thepoint guide about making sound financial decisions. --Kelly Campbell, CFP, CEO of Campbell Wealth Management, Inc., author of
Fire Your Broker
Secrets to Becoming a Financial Badass is the class you wish you could've taken in school. George s techniques provide a reliable way to build wealth over time while enjoying your life today. Read this book and take control of your financial future. --Bruce Barton, CFP CFA, Principal and Wealth Manager, Parkworth Wealth Management
Review
“
Secrets to Becoming a Financial Badass is the personal finance book that every millennial should read. Far from a dry book that scares people off, its entertaining style will keep you engaged while teaching you how to save, spend, and invest wisely.” —JJ Ramberg, Host of MSNBC’s
Your Business, co-author of
The Startup Club “This is the book financial planners and investment managers dream of writing! George Kroustalis has created an invaluable resource for young people with this straight-to-thepoint guide about making sound financial decisions.” --Kelly Campbell, CFP, CEO of Campbell Wealth Management, Inc., author of
Fire Your Broker “Secrets to Becoming a Financial Badass is the class you wish you could’ve taken in school. George’s techniques provide a reliable way to build wealth over time while enjoying your life today. Read this book and take control of your financial future.” --Bruce Barton, CFP CFA, Principal and Wealth Manager, Parkworth Wealth Management
About the Author
George G$ Kroustalis is a financial badass who has been managing money and helping clients secure their futures since 1997. He is a senior vice president, financial advisor at CAPTRUST, where he provides comprehensive wealth investment advisory services to high net worth families, private foundations, corporate executives, and business owners. He is also the founder of Project 10.10, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides young people with access to basic financial education.
George attended college at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where he received his Bachelor of Science in business administration and a degree in finance and international business. When he s not working or educating a new generation of financial badasses, George enjoys traveling, attending concerts, and playing golf. He is a lover of both delicious food and wine.