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Making Money Made Simple Paperback by Noel Whittaker (Author)

252 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1987

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41 reviews
November 28, 2017
My father gave this book to me for my 21st birthday. I’m 47 now. The only reason I’ve given it 3 stars is because it’s truly dated. Mr Whittaker, fear not: I completely understand why it was a hit in its time (and your basic principles still apply) but many of the rules, products and legislation in it are now irrelevant.
At least I can now tell my dad I’ve read it.
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30 reviews
June 21, 2018
Really helpful for aussies. Helpful tips based on Australian context.
4 reviews
April 4, 2022
Read this book a few years ago and it helped me get started in understanding how to invest. His writing style is straightforward and easy to understand. A must read for anyone wanting to learn how to take control of their money.

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192 reviews1 follower
May 1, 2024
For posterity: this book is written by one of my bosses’ father.

This book was really interesting and useful. I don’t really have anything bad to say other than the book covers a lot of ground and is a lot to digest. It’s essentially an introduction to running one own’s life and finances.

Also, I found the writing a bit preachy but that’s really a personal preference.

Highly recommended.
2 reviews
November 16, 2024
This book is to put it bluntly a blatant waste of time for anyone who has a modicum of financial literacy and a decent google search function.
Noel was great in his heyday but should think about retiring himself.
This book was disappointingly small and just is a rehash of retirement made simple.
I think Noel is just padding up his already substantial retirement funds.
1 review
February 12, 2024
a must read

Without a doubt - this book is full of great sound advice.
Follow the principles and reap the benefits.
Financial happiness is available to anyone that really desires it
4 reviews
June 11, 2019
Really good personal finance book!
11 reviews
July 2, 2019
Interesting read. Although outdated, the underlying principles of this book still apply. Quite dry however and I had to skip a few sections to get through it.
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24 reviews
November 1, 2020
First half was very basic. Second half was useful.
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1 review5 followers
February 16, 2022
Very Basic
Outdated Content
Things based on Australian location

But still good for BEGINNERS ONLY.
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131 reviews2 followers
March 8, 2019
Great breakdown that helps you start understanding what could be possible with your money and how you may get where you want to be. It has helped me hugely.
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6 reviews
January 7, 2017
Noel Whittaker is a real professional. He breaks down complicated concepts that we must understand to thrive in our personal finances. I particularly enjoyed what he had to say about the subject of cars, and if you must buy a car what the most economical way of going about it is.

Practical usable knowledge and information, I recommend this book to anybody who wants a no fluff guide.

Enjoy!
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431 reviews13 followers
January 28, 2017
A really good beginners guide to investing. The real life examples used are great at driving his points through.
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523 reviews1 follower
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August 5, 2015
This is not the most exciting of reads but it was pretty interesting. I now feel knowledgable and terrified about my financial future.
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