Financial literacy is not taught in school and most American families avoid topics like money. It’s up to you to seek out and read the best books on financial independence. You can be the person who ...

Author and blogger JL Collins’s book “The Simple Path to Wealth: Your Road Map to Financial Independence and a Rich, Free Life” was published in 2016 and has since sold more than 1 million copies.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business. Financial independence is a dream many aspire to, but few ...

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Kristina Byas is contributor at Investopedia. As a personal finance expert, she has lent her insights and knowledge to numerous financial publications. Her articles have helped readers navigate the ...