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,...
Rich girl nation : taking charge of our financial futures
Gatti Tassin, Katie
Paper Book
Women experience money differently than men do. In the United States, women have only 55 cents for every dollar held by men, are more likely to end up in poverty following a divorce, and are less likely to retire with the resources they need. But what can women do to build wealth and claim financial...
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 art of spending money : simple choices for a richer life
Housel, Morgan
From the bestselling author of The Psychology of Money and Same as Ever, lessons on harnessing the power of money to live a happier life Most of us don't know how to spend money. We chase things that impress others but leave us cold. Or we save endlessly, afraid to...
The psychology of money : timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness
Housel, Morgan
Paper Book
**OVER 10 MILLION COPIES SOLD AROUND THE WORLD... The Psychology of Money is the original bestselling classic from the author of the new book, The Art of Spending Money.** Doing well with money isn't necessarily about what you know. It's about how you behave. And...
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...
The money school : 12 simple lessons to master financial markets and investing
Lapin, Nicole
Paper Book
"This is the perfect guide for readers ready to move from balancing their checkbook to investing in the stock market and themselves... Highly recommended." - Library Journal Realize financial stability and investing confidence with this one-of-a-kind resource by renowned money expert...
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 better A 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:<...
Die with zero : getting all you can from your money and your life
Perkins, Bill
Ebook
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 you retired. The only thing you wasted along the way was . . ....
Financial freedom : a proven path to all the money you will ever need
Sabatier, Grant
Audiobook
The International Bestseller New York Public Library's "Top 10 Think Thrifty Reads of 2023" "This book blew my mind. More importantly, it made financial independence seem achievable. I read Financial Freedom three times, cover-to-cover."  --...
Stacked : your super-serious guide to modern money management
Saul-Sehy, Joe
Paper Book
From the money nerds behind the award-winning Stacking Benjamins podcast, a new kind of personal finance book to get your house in order. Rich. Wealthy. Well-heeled. Moneyed. Affluent. Not bad--but why not get Stacked instead? If you've ever dreamed of a basic...
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...
Buy what you love without going broke : transform your spending and get more of what money can't buy
Smith, Jen
Paper Book
A relatable personal finance guide that gives a fresh take on how to control your impulse spending so you can stick to a budget and pay off debt, without the guilt and shame of traditional financial advice--from the hosts of the beloved Frugal Friends podcast. There's a lot of noise...
Rich AF : the winning money mindset that will change your life
Tu, Vivian
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From TikTok star and Your (favorite) Rich BFF Vivian Tu, the definitive book on personal finance for a new generation When Vivian Tu started working on Wall Street fresh from undergrad, all she knew was that she was making more money...
Managing your money all-in-one for dummies
Tyson, Eric
Ebook
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...

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