Get Money Smart

Money touches every aspect of our lives but many of us don't feel like we have the knowledge or skills to manage our money. These books cover topics from getting out of debt to investing to saving for retirement and can help you with information and advice to increase your knowledge and comfort in managing your money.

Updated February 10, 2026
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The wealth decision : 10 simple steps to achieve financial freedom and build generational wealth
Broadway, Dominique
Paper Book
A "practical and inspiring" (Tiffany Aliche, New York Times bestselling author of Get Good with Money) road map for becoming a millionaire and building the foundation of generational wealth from a self-made, first-generation multimillionaire. Demystify the path to...
Debt 101 : from interest rates and credit scores to student loans and debt payoff strategies, an essential primer on managing debt
Cagan, Michele
Paper Book
Get out of debt and use credit wisely with this easy-to-understand, comprehensive guide to making your debt work for you. The key to borrowing, managing, and paying off debt is understanding what it is, how it works and how it can affect your finances and your life. Debt 101<...
Your score : an insider's secrets to understanding, controlling, and protecting your credit score
Davenport, Anthony
Paper Book
The most comprehensive insider's look at what every consumer needs to know about their credit score--and most importantly, how to fix it If you, like so many millions of Americans, are terrified by the daily headlines regarding Equifax and identity theft,...
100 side hustles : unexpected ideas for making extra money without quitting your day job
Guillebeau, Chris
Paper Book
Best-selling author Chris Guillebeau presents a full-color ideabook featuring 100 stories of regular people launching successful side businesses that almost anyone can do. This unique guide features the startup stories of regular people launching side businesses that almost...
The psychology of money : timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness
Housel, Morgan
Paper Book
Over 10 million copies sold around the world. The original book from Morgan Housel, the New York Times bestselling author of The Art of Spending Money. Doing well with money isn't necessarily about what you know. It's about how you behave. And behavior is hard to...
Breaking free from broke : the ultimate guide to more money and less stress
Kamel, George
Paper Book
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY #1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER America has become the land of the free and the home of the broke. Household debt is at an all-time high, and everyday people--just like you--are feeling more cynical and hopeless about their financial futures. It's time to...
Burdened : student debt and the making of an American crisis
Liebenthal, Ryann
Paper Book
"A powerful argument for reforming this system."--The New York Times An urgent investigation of student debt in America revealing the corrupt systems, rotten policies, and bad actors that have created a $1.7 trillion crisis. College costs more today than ever and is...
Credit repair
Loftsgordon, Amy
Paper Book
Bad credit can get betterA bad credit report can prevent you from getting a mortgage, car loan, credit card, apartment, or even a job. The sensible strategies in Credit Repair help you take control of your finances, clean up your credit report and rebuild your credit. Learn how to:...
Solve your money troubles : strategies to get out of debt and stay that way
Loftsgordon, Amy
Paper Book
Struggling with debt? Find solutions here. Conquering overwhelming debt starts with understanding your options. Solve Your Money Troubles gives you the tools you need to get your finances back on track. Learn how to: stop debt collector harassment cold ...
Die with zero : getting all you can from your money and your life
Perkins, Bill (William O.) 1969-
Paper Book
A WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER A Common-Sense Guide to Living Rich....Instead of Dying Rich Imagine if by the time you died, you did everything you were told to. You worked hard, saved your money, and looked forward to financial freedom when...
Social security
Peterson, Jonathan
Paper Book
"Social Security for Dummies is a must read for people of any age who want a comfortable retirement. ... The difference between a smart claiming strategy and a dumb one can cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars, so you''ll want to invest in this book."  ...
Financial freedom : a proven path to all the money you will ever need
Sabatier, Grant
Paper Book
On August 25, 2010, Grant Sabatier woke to find he had $2.26 in his bank account. Five years later, he had a net worth of over $1,000,000. In Financial Freedom, he takes you step-by-step through the strategies he used so that you too can get out of debt, make your 9-5 job optional, and above all,...
The great money reset : change your work, change your wealth, change your life
Schlesinger, Jill
Paper Book
Ten timely financial steps to build the life you really want. The COVID-19 pandemic forced us to rethink everything. Now, when it comes to envisioning a post-pandemic future, noted financial expert Jill Schlesinger hears one question over and over: How far should I...
Money for couples : no more stress, no more fights, just a 10-step plan to create your rich life together
Sethi, Ramit
Paper Book
This New York Times bestselling book by the author of I Will Teach You to Be Rich shows how to navigate finances while in a relationship. Personal finance juggernaut Ramit Sethi's program addresses the most common money issues in relationships...
Clever girl finance : the side hustle guide : build a successful side hustle & increase your income
Sokunbi, Bola
Paper Book
Get the straight goods on how to build a thriving side hustle from someone who's been there before  In Clever Girl Finance: The Side Hustle Guide, celebrated finance expert, influencer, CEO, and author Bola Sokunbi delivers your...
The all-weather retirement portfolio : your post-retirement investment guide to a worry-free income for life
Thurman, Randy L.
Paper Book
You can have it all-not just more income to spend in your retirement years but also the peace of mind that comes from knowing that, no matter what happens in the outside world, you'll have a worry-free income for life. In this book you'll find: Ten steps to build a portfolio...
Managing your money all-in-one for dummies
Tyson, Eric
Paper Book
A hands-on, power-packed guide to managing all things money Time and money. Those are the two most important assets you have, and smart people manage both of them wisely. Managing Your Money All-in-One For Dummies is your one-stop resource to turn to when you're ready to...
Personal finance after 50
Tyson, Eric
Paper Book
The best way to take control of your post-career financial future  Retirement is lasting longer for all of us. That's why--and however long you decide to keep working--it's essential to plan ahead so you can live ...
Personal finance in your 20s & 30s
Tyson, Eric (Eric Kevin)
Paper Book
Create a solid pathway for financial success Millennials often confront greater difficulties--including economic uncertainty and student debt--than those who came before them. This new financial responsibility can be intimidating, and many people are unsure where to begin. Personal...

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