HOW THE RICH GET RICHER by Gabriel Shahin has a title and subtitle ("Your Ultimate Guide to Building Wealth") that are sure to attract attention. Shahin is president and founder of Falcon Wealth Planning and has been advising clients for over two decades. His new book has sections on knowing what you want (what purpose does money have for you?) and investing for the long-term. He extols the virtues of choosing a partner wisely, overplanning, and owning a business. In a chapter on "healthy financial habits," Shahin points to being disciplined, tracking spending, and learning to respect money. There is insight here, too, like the negative emotions (e.g., fear, guilt) often associated with money and also many personal, client or family examples (related to insurance, IRAs, and/or taxes), although the text is simultaneously a vehicle to promote his own firm and philosophies. In terms of recent texts on investing, I would also be curious to see The Wealth Ladder by Nick Maggiulli, recently reviewed in The Wall Street Journal.

This book is a good overview on the complexities of financial literacy including investment options, business set-ups, and insurance. Consider it like a quick reference without too much detail. So if you just want a quick rundown on what is available / possible to do with your money, then this book will help give you ideas to get on the right track. But if you are actually interested in learning more or would like more actionable steps, you’ll need to find other resources. Would probably be useful to read before meeting with a financial advisor for the first time. For me, I found there was too much information that was only broadly touched on, so I felt a little overwhelmed and underwhelmed at the same time.

Well written with sound advice. Only thing that is unfortunate is that a lot of the advice applies only to US clients and doesn’t give an international equivalent. Otherwise compassionate and interspersed with lovely anecdotes.

Ready to take control of your finances and build real wealth? This book provides easy attainable methods for understanding. It also touches on long term planning, increasing income streams and minimizing taxes. This book also helps with mind set shifting. What I loved most about this book is that it shows you how to make it happen. Every chapter builds up the previous one, it's easy. This is a fantastic resource to help you with your financial goals. Thank you to Forbes books and NetGalley for this Advanced copy in exchange for my honest review this book releases 07/01/2025

Looking for an engaging and empowering guide that demystifies the wealth-building strategies of the financially successful? This book provides clarity, insight, and practical advice, breaks down complex financial principles into actionable steps that anyone can understand and apply—regardless of their current financial situation.
What sets this book apart is its balance of mindset and method. Shahin doesn’t just talk about making money; he delves into the psychological habits, long-term thinking, and disciplined behaviors that form the foundation of lasting wealth. His guidance is grounded in real-world experience and delivered in a tone that is both motivational and refreshingly straightforward.
Each chapter builds upon the last, creating a roadmap that covers essential topics like smart investing, leveraging assets, minimizing taxes legally, and building multiple income streams. Whether you're just starting your financial journey or looking to refine your existing strategies, this book provides valuable tools and timeless principles.

3.5 A decent entry into this topic. The information is presented in an accessible and engaging manner. Recommend for beginners.