I agree with the other reviewers who say they get a lot of satisfaction from listening to audio programs in my car or even while working out.

Rich Dad's Classics is an abridged version of the first three classics; Rich Dad Poor Dad, Cashflow Quadrant and Rich Dad's Guide to Investing.

Even if you have read the books, you will pick up an idea or two from the audio tapes.

Much better use of you dead time than listening to the news on your radio.

This program is an abridged version of the first three Rich Dad books.

Program 1-Rich Dad Poor Dad

Program 2-Cashflow Quadrant

Program 3-Rich Dad's Guide to Investing

If you want to learn what separates the rich from the average; are looking to get out of the 9-5 rut, learn how to invest, start a business or reduce taxes, this program is for.

Great in place of or in addition to the books of the same name.

While I have long been called a bookworm, people close to me also call me a tapeworm due to the fact that when I am not reading, I am listeing to something motvational/inspiritional/educational in the form of audio tapes/cd's.This program by Robert T. Kiyosaki and Sharon Lechter consists of 6 tapes for a whopping 9 hrs. of financial education.The program covers the first three Rich Dad books: Rich Dad Poor Dad, Cashflw Quadant and Rich Dad's Guide to Investing.Although abridged, the real "meat" is here and if you are like me, you will find listening to the tapes along with reading the books will help you learn fter, easier and better.Good luck and good listening!

It is old, almost impossible to find, and I suspect that only the author and I have ever read it but it is a very good book.

I am a structured settlement expert and do financial planning for injury victims and often quote this book in lectures.

First book I ever came across on the psychology of receiving sudden wealth. The insights into the guilt that injured people and people who inherit wealth sometimes feel is priceless. Worth owning just for that.

Took me about a year to get a second copy of the book after my original was lost but it is worth waiting to have again.

Don McNay...

Loved it! A great collection of hand-written letters by MGM's musical songbird, before she was a star. Lively, entertaining, and she sure wasn't a boring prude like some others have made her out to be. Ms. Rich wisely keeps the annotations to a minimum, since Naughty Marietta tells it like it was in her own words. I particularly enjoyed MacDonald's Broadway and Hollywood gossip from the good old days! Lots of good dish.

For those who think, like I do, that Nelson Eddy was America's Greatest Baritone, this book is a must. You see how hard Nelson worked to get to the top of his profession, starting with his first professional performance. Sometimes he sang 2 or 3 times a week, and all the reviews and interviews are here. If he had a cold or was flirting onstage with his singing co-star, it's all here. I liked the reproductions from his scrapbooks with his personal comments. After reading the excerpts from Nelson's Chaliapin screenplay, I'm sorry he never had a chance to make that movie. The coverage of Jeanette MacDonald's opera career was equally thorough and interesting, since people tend to diss her (apparently unfairly)as an opera singer. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in either star or in the history of 20th Century American opera.

I read both the first edition and most recent edition of Sweethearts. The first time I read it I thought it was very interesting. The second time I read it I had my doubts although I thought parts of it had to be true. I then read the newest edition and must say I think perhaps at least 85-90% of the book must be true. Most other books go over board to disprove the affair, however, Sharon Rich does have a lot of documentation. One thing that surpised me was the first book had a lot of mistakes in the words and thought the second edition would have been proof read better but it also had many mistakes. Watching some of the movies with Jeanette and Nelson did show them at different emotional stages, as the book suggest, however seems to be a stretch at times to read the same emotions as Rich suggest. There certainly was someting between them that they didn't have with other co stars and the fact that they can not seem to be separated even in the publics eye after all these years. At anyrate I obviously did enjoy the book if I read it 3 times.

I must say that I liked the cat best. The essence of a bookstore cat, rich and deep in character and history, he sets a brassy tone for the rest of the characters to live up to. Rich's book is full of the promise of a developing writer. Her best moments are when she forgets the nods to Tolkien's descriptions and Jordon's tangled plots and prophecies and strikes out on her own, drawing her minor figures in clean, aesthetic lines that catch in your mind -- Aliane's father weeping alone, big-nosed Thalan staring into a fire or refilling a cup unasked, Thelma and Koris rich in selfless caring and thoughtless goodness, standing inside their inn as the flames begin to crackle. Yes, the standard fantasy story elements are here to please the purists or anyone just looking for a fix -- the usual polarization of facinating evil, beautiful and baleful, and marred goodness struggling and hopeful, magic and earthy elementalism against the corruption of organized religion, tangled plots and intrigue, missed clues and obvious blunders that the audience can enjoy catching before the characters do
-- though there be no dragons here. But the true gems of the story aren't those Jaerak finds or the Seekers talk of; they are found in those characters who seem to have come the most naturally and who people the story with spirits we can recognize, though they do not stride so boldly across the landscape. Sketched without artifice or heavy embroidery, they rise seemlessly from the needs of the story and serve it utterly without outside influence or awkward pretension, providing the best evidence of what this author can do and what readers have to look forward to.

This is a great book for those who hold fantasy close to their hearts. Rich weaves a tale that draws the reader in, making it incredibly hard to put the book down. The characters are very real, and the story is made even more personal by showing that not all of the good guys are all good, and the bad guys, not all bad. A fun read! I have already recommended this book to my friends who love a good story. Great work, Emma!

As a reader of fantasy, I can say that I was thoroughly impressed by Emma's telling of this tale. It held the most imortant aspects of fantasy fiction, without becoming drab and boring as a lot of first-time authors do. I take my hat off and salute Emma for the telling of a tale that is sure to become a classic in the fantasy genre!

I'm in the middle of reading this book for the 7thtime since I bought it last year. This book has some really, reallygood meat in it. If you liked "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" you'll really like this book.

First of all, it's important to note that this isn't a "how to" book. Nobody's going to tell you how to get rich in a book costing less than ( )or for even more than that. What this book does is change the way you think. It's like in philosophy class where they teach you to ask questions. Too many of us are waiting for the answers without asking the right questions. This book offers many possibilities for making money. The real estate advice, albeit very general, is very common sense. I'm amazed at how many people buy real estate with a negative cash flow and call it an "investment." Kiyosaki explains that very clearly. It's common sense. That's all it is.

As for the particulary strong points in the book, I like his emphasis on methods of cash flow and the various tax implications of each one. I do, however, recommend that each person consult with tax advisers before venturing out in business. He doesn't like Subchapter S corporations, but I do, and I have one. I recommend them, but talk to your accountant. You're not going to get the Holy Grail for a few bucks.

I also like the attitude of the author toward money. He refrains from giving specific advice because, after all, each situation is different. He makes the reader think, and judging by the reaction of people I know who have read it, it causes quite a reaction, which brings me to the downsides...

The only downside to the book, and I'm still giving it 5 stars because it is an excellent book, is that the book almost causes people to think too much. Okay, let me explain that. Basically, the quadrants of cash flow are divided in half. There's money you earn as an employee and a self-employed individual and there's money you earn as a business owner and investor. It's great to move over to the business owner/investor side of making money, but let's be realistic. That takes time and a lot of patience. Many people after reading the book actually get frustrated because they have a job and think there's something wrong with that. There's nothing wrong with that. Take your time in adjusting your financial life. You don't have to quit your job or professional practice and move over to the other side right away. Earning money as a business owner and investor takes time. I think it is critical to differentiate between business owner and self-employed, and the author does a very good job of that. I can't summarize it here, but the book does a good job of that.

I remember two really good passages in the book which stuck out in my mind. The first was about how the author had achieved financial success, but nobody ever asked him how he achieved it, but they did ask him for one of two things or both: (1) a loan or (2) a job. I own a business, so I can relate to that. The other passage is where he points out that the average person gets up every morning to go to work and earn money to pay a mortgage, car payment, credit cards, etc., but in reality that person is working to make someone else rich. If you think about where your money is going every month, you'll realize the truth of that. It hit me right away.

This book is shockingly simplistic, so if you're looking for a complicated way to that royal road to riches, forget it. It's well worth reading several times. The lessons are so simple and yet so powerful. The only people who don't like this book are the people who enjoy paying their credit card payments every month. I think I might like to own a bank someday. END

I've read this book 7 times, and I'll probably read it 7 more times before it falls apart on me. The only reason I ever bought this book is because of the first in the series, "Rich Dad Poor Dad." I highly recommend you read that book first before this one. If you like these books, by all means, buy the third in the series, "Rich Dad's Guide to Investing." I've read that one twice already in less than a month.

What makes this book different than a lot of the other financial self-help books is it doesn't get down to recommendations of what stocks to buy, how to invest your money and all that. It's more of a bigger picture toward money, and I really appreciate that. How many books have you read where they go on and on explaining how much money invested every month for how many years will make you worth $1,324,544 by 65 years of age assuming 10% annual return but only if you start when you're 25 blah, blah, blah. This book isn't about buying mutual funds, dollar cost averaging, saving for your children's college and all that. It's about the foundation you need to establish for yourself to live a financially satisfying life. If you take it to heart, yes you will become rich. Like most things in life it takes time.

This book takes off where "Rich Dad Poor Dad" left off in that it explains in more detail about the rich buy assets, the middle class buy liabilities they think are assets and the poor don't really buy anything other than spend money. The idea behind the 4 quadrants is that we all obtain money in 4 different ways. The first quadrant is an employee, the second is self-employed, the third is a business owner and the fourth is an investor. Employees and self-employed individuals basically work hard for their money while business owners and investors have their money work hard for them. What I found most enlightening about this book is to operate in all 4 quadrants. You don't have to quit your day job and jump over to start a business or become an investor. In fact, what most people call "investing" really isn't investing anyway. It's tempting to get frustrated with our position in life and want to "get rich quick." Start a business on the side and work your way up.

As for quotes from this book, my favorite was later in the book, and for the life of me I can't find it after reading it so many times. To paraphrase what it says: if you're working and paying credit cards, a mortgage, a car payment, student loans, consumer loans, etc. you are an employee of your creditor. You are working for the bank so to speak. You're working to make someone else rich. Wouldn't it be nice to own a bank instead?

There has been some critcism of Kiyosaki's books in that he promotes his board games and other books in his books. I fail to see anything wrong with that. If you don't like his board game, don't buy it. I think the implication in many people's minds is that the book really isn't all there is to it. You have to buy more products. That is not true at all. Some promoters like to sell books which only lead to a pitch for high priced seminars. I've never been to any of his seminars, and I have no desire to. If you can't get the information from his books, then read them again. It's in there.

I'm giving this book 5 stars because I found much useful information in here. I've read all 4 of his books, and considering what I paid for them, I can't believe so much information is available at such a cheap price. Such is a free society with freedom of the press. As for the author, I hope he makes a lot of money from his books. I sure have.

It was like a breath of fresh air. Finally, someone is sharing the secrets of the rich. I read the book twice, and ordered the free cassette and also paid for the game. Brought the game to my family home in Miami, so that my son's and daughter in laws could take advantage of the information. The game is a very practical way to learn the thinking of the rich investor while having some fun too. I can't wait for the next book on in depth investing by this author. I read the"millionaire next door" and this book takes you much further faster. I have used this book to make a new set of goals for the next 6 years that will take me to the designed life style that I deserve. By getting others to learn the "cash Flow" thinking, and working the business that we are lucky enough to be in, we will be earning a passive income,that exceeds our expenses, and frees us up to do the things we want to do. I must thank the very successful business friend who recommended this book and pass the info along to others. It is only fair.

I found this book to be a very good introduction into the philosophy of personal finance. The author, through an exploration of his experiences with his two dads, provides an excellent discourse on the logic of intelligent personal finance.

This book does not attempt to peddle a system of "striking it rich overnight". But instead explains the importance of intelligent money usage. My personal favorite was the comparison roughly stating that income is equal to employees, and they can work either for you or against you. I'd recommend this book to anyone wishing to increase their financial security and/or buying power through intelligent money management.

The definition of insanity is to continue to say thing (that is not working) and expect a different result.

1 star reviewers; is what your doing working for you? If not, don't you think it's time to try something different?

Rich Dad, Poor Dad is the best financial book since Charles Givens More Wealth without Risk and Stanleys Millionaire Next Door.

You may not like what you read in these books, but it is what you need to read and apply to reach success.

I also recommend Rich Dad's Guide to Investing and Retire Young, Retire Rich and the Millionare Mind by Stanley.

Read you way into wealth, but remember, it only works if you apply what you read.

I don't like to read, and I am a very slow reader. This book is over 200pgs. and I finished it in one day. It's that interesting. I would recomend it to anyone who wants to take control of their financial situation.

This book continues from where Kiyosaki left off in Cashflow Quadrant, his 2nd book in the trilogy (now complete with Rich Dad's Guide to Investing).

In his 1st book Rich Dad Poor Dad, Kiyosaki addressed the differences in mindsets between the Rich and the Poor. Then, in his 2nd book Cashflow Quadrant, he spoke on the 4 quadrants from which one can generate income. To be wealthy, Kiyosaki recommended that we learn to generate our incomes from the "B" (Business-owner) and "I" (Investor) quadrant as opposed to the "E" (Employee) and "S" (Self-employed) quadrant.

In his 3rd book Rich Dad's Guide to Investing, Kiyosaki tells how he got started in his investment journey, starting with nothing, and in fact at one stage, with a negative net worth. Most of us, having read his first 2 books, would have wondered if we could have embarked on our journey to become financially independent without much resource at hand. In this book, Kiyosaki shows how anyone can get started and how it does not take money to make money. He teaches how time is more important than money; how investing in one's self and getting an education and experience precedes excessive cash; how having a plan is more important than being in a hurry to make money.

This is not a book for those who want hot tips and quick fixes. This is a book on mindsets. Kiyosaki plants ideas and provides a road-map. The reader must take the first step and learn to navigate his/her own journey.

What I like about this book, is Kiyosaki's concept of being an Ultimate Investor, a "selling-investor". The Ultimate Investor creates deals and businesses that the public hunger for and are willing to pay a premium to acquire a share of. With the internet, it has never been easier to create businesses and deals which one can take public.

As in all his other books, Kiyosaki's book is worth reading again and again. I would also recommend that one reads Robert Allen's Multiple Streams of Income in conjunction with Kiyosaki's Rich Dad's Guide to Investing.

All of the books in the Rich Dad are excellent. I also suggest How to make nothing but money by DelDeotto,

In this third of the of the RD/PD series Kiyosaki discusses investing. He shows how he went from a negative net worth to millions. He discusses the importance of having a plan. I like the fact that he emphasizes the importance of having a mission in your business. Kiyosaki also discusses the importance of having a safety net in your investment plan as a back up to the aggressive real estate, business and stock investing.

Good book and the best of the three in my opinion.

I just picked up a copy of Rich Dad's Prophecy at our local Waldens. If you are concerned about retiring and investing you must read this book.You will see some of the familiar topics. And the Rich Dad/Poor Dad parable. But didn't Cicero say that repetition is the mother of skill?You will learn why mutual funds are not quite as safe as you had thought.And you will learn why some financial advisors are just salesmen.You will also learn the truth about 401 (k) plans (or is that 201 (k) plans) and social security.You will learn the difference between diversify and diworsify.And you will find out why the biggest stock market crash in history is still ahead of us and what you can do about it.

If you are a fan of dollar cost averaging, buy and hold or day trading, you'll not enjoy this book.Rather, if you are open minded to facts, not opinions and want to prosper in the next decade and avoid the next big stock market crash, you'll love this book.Robert Kiyosaki's advice makes sense ( dollars and cents too) RTK shows how to create your own financial Arc to avoid the turbulent waters that lay ahead. He shows how to prosper during the coming boom and even offers advice on tax free funds that yield 7% or more.Let me say that I8 was not at first a fan of Mr. Kiyosaki. I was put off by his advice to go to a full service broker in lieu of a discount broker, untill I tried it and found that it did cost me less. People are walking past dollars trying to save pennies. RTK's advice is right on and works for those perceptive enough to use it.As for the ads for his board games, so what? The games help to instill the Rich Dad Philosophy. I suspect that the people who bash Kiyosaki's board game attack it because they cn't figure out how to play it. Still using college training and a Poor Dad philosophy? Too bad.Rich Dad's Prophecy, I believe, is the best in the series.Good book RTK. Keep em coming!

If you are a serious investor. A baby boomer hoing you can retire in the next decade, then you must read this book by Kiyosaki.I also recommend Rich Dad's Guide to investing and Retire Yound, Retire Rich.And please ignore the 1 star reviewers with an aggenda.As a greater power than me once said; "Forgive them for they know not what they do."