Start Late, Finish Rich: A No-Fail Plan for Achieving Financial Freedom at Any Age Audiobook, by David Bach Play Audiobook Sample

Start Late, Finish Rich: A No-Fail Plan for Achieving Financial Freedom at Any Age Audiobook

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Read By: Michael Kramer Publisher: Random House Audio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 7.50 hours at 1.5x Speed 5.63 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: January 2005 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781415921913

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

24

Longest Chapter Length:

73:06 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

07:07 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

28:08 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

13

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Publisher Description

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Are you wondering if it is too late for you to be rich? David Bach has a plan to help you live and finish rich—no matter where you start   As a number-one bestseller in its hardcover edition, Start Late, Finish Rich has helped hundreds of thousands of people of all ages take control  of their financial future. Now you, too, can ramp up the road to financial security with David Bach’s inspiring, proven, and easy-to-follow “catch up” plan, which tailors his “Finish Rich” wisdom to those who forgot to save, procrastinated, or got sidetracked by life’s unexpected challenges.   In a swift, motivating read, David Bach gives you step-by-step instructions, worksheets, phone numbers, and website addresses—everything you need to put your “Start Late” plan into place right away. You will learn that even if you’re buried in debt, there’s still hope. You can spend less, save more, and make more—and it doesn’t have to hurt. With America’s best-loved money coach at your side, it’s never too late to change your financial destiny.

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"This is not the kind of reading I typically find enjoyable but found the author's style to be very upbeat and encouraging (as the title might imply). Many practical tips and some advice that differs from what you might find in the mainstream. I'd recommend it."

— Lisa (4 out of 5 stars)

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Overall Performance: 3.76315789473684 out of 53.76315789473684 out of 53.76315789473684 out of 53.76315789473684 out of 53.76315789473684 out of 5 (3.76)
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  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great financial book. Good sections on real estate investing. Ends with some good philosophical material. "

    — Dan, 2/14/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I continue to read this book for different reasons...a wonderful motivator to get you started thinking and saving for the future. I love the way it is written-easy to understand. What you may have thought was complex financial lingo--is not. "

    — Jennifer, 2/4/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great Read for Financial Resolutions for Future Financial Health. "

    — Lynn, 1/27/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Some good advice, on financial planning. Even starting in your later years, you can do allot. Instead of two cappuccinos a week, cut down to one, and save the rest for a rainy day! "

    — Daren, 1/23/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This book lays out a step by step process to securing your retirement. By reading this book and taking action you are guaranteed to be well ahead of most of the population in becoming wealthy enough to live your dreams. Cost at Borders is only 13.95 "

    — Mfreeze, 1/18/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This man is brilliant! His financial advice is priceless. Read all his books! "

    — Lacy, 1/17/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A good, clear, no-nonsense approach to common-sense personal finance. Ahhh, it was nice to read. No complex schemes, no secretive stock analysis, just useful info for the beginner. "

    — Cam, 1/15/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Excellent book. This book forces you to take a hard look at what you are currently spending your hard earned cash on and figure out ways to keep more of your own. There are tons of great tips and insight into how to save money. Definitely recommended. "

    — Ryan, 12/19/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Great advice. Makes you want to start investing before you even finish the book. "

    — Linda, 12/9/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I hate the get rich books, however this was a thought provoking read "

    — Bruce, 12/3/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Really liked this author. Very informative. "

    — Susan, 11/9/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Lots of material already covered in his earlier books...still worth the $10 purchase price. "

    — Wendy, 10/30/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Stopped procratinating on a basic financial decision I needed to act on. Several items were positive reinforcement. Other ideas are not for me. Know thyself and what will work for you. "

    — Mary, 9/22/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " If you think retirement is out of the question for you or you are beginning late in your life, this is a must read. If you are set with your life its still a good read to pass on to friends and family that may need a little nudge to get going. "

    — Lewis, 7/17/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " A review of Bach's basic principles here, but good advice about saving, no matter what your age. "

    — Lesley, 4/17/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " great book and i continue to rewiew this book "

    — Jervon, 2/14/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A lot of the same info from last book but still a good read and a few new things. "

    — Bess, 8/10/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great personal finance and investment book with high-level and general advice. Full of resources and timely information. Well-organized and accessible for beginner and expert alike. "

    — Joseph, 11/15/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Some relevant information - wish I had read in my 20s would be Rich! Still good advise for late starters. Some serious choices to make. "

    — Robyn, 11/13/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " I am going to read this book because at first glance it looks better than his others. Looks like there might be more topics for todays (2011) folks "

    — Laura, 9/18/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Some really good and practical information on finance but is a bit dated. "

    — Julia, 9/6/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Very easy to read, with some great tips and strategies. "

    — Amy, 7/4/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Reviewed this book and skimmed it. Same concepts as other books. always, start today for finacial freedom. Recommended to other friends who don't save. "

    — Caroline, 6/12/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Some good suggestions, but really would be difficult to be so stringent in saving when you start late and have to invest large chunks of your current liquid income. NO DOUBT the correct thing to do, but if I had been able to do these things, I would have no need for the late starter book. "

    — Lania, 3/23/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Some really good advice, could do with a revised copy now after all the changes that have occurred in the past few years. "

    — Angie, 3/5/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I hate the get rich books, however this was a thought provoking read "

    — Bruce, 3/5/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Really liked this author. Very informative. "

    — Susan, 2/11/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " It is never too late! Bach shows us how.This is not a "get rich quick" book. This is a realistic approach to wealth building at any age that requires hard work, discipline and restraint! "

    — Jim, 12/31/2010
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " While I found the first half of this book insightful, the second half was all about investing in real estate, starting your own business or purchasing a franchise - none of which I am interested in. "

    — Lauren, 10/25/2010
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Some really good and practical information on finance but is a bit dated. "

    — Julia, 10/19/2010
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great financial book. Good sections on real estate investing. Ends with some good philosophical material. "

    — Dan, 8/20/2010
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This was my favorite of David Bach's books that I've read. It covered all of his basic money principles plus he added more details on retirement and real estate. I really enjoyed this book. "

    — Dawnetta, 8/18/2010
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " A review of Bach's basic principles here, but good advice about saving, no matter what your age. "

    — Lesley, 5/29/2010
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Excellent book to start learning about investments. It is better to start investing ASAP, but don't worry if you are on your 40s or later, you can do it too! "

    — Tiago, 4/1/2010
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Lots of material already covered in his earlier books...still worth the $10 purchase price. "

    — Wendy, 2/7/2010
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Great and sound ideas to get you rolling to financial stability now and for the future. No get rich quick schemes; this is like having a financial planner walk you along the steps of getting your finances in order. "

    — Gina, 1/20/2010
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A good, clear, no-nonsense approach to common-sense personal finance. Ahhh, it was nice to read. No complex schemes, no secretive stock analysis, just useful info for the beginner. "

    — Cam, 11/6/2009
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Included some items that were too elementary for an adult, but many other pieces of advice that were terric. Overall, good book. "

    — Dan, 9/21/2009

About David Bach

David Bach is a prolific financial author boasting nine consecutive bestsellers and garnering attention from publishing, business, and popular media sources. His breakout book, The Automatic Millionaire, was the #1 Business Book of 2004 according to Business Week. Creator of his signature FinishRich™ seminar series, he shares financial strategies through frequent lectures and presentations. He currently lives in New York.

About Michael Kramer

Michael Kramer is an AudioFile Earphones Award winner, a finalist for the prestigious Audie Award for Best Narration, and recipient of a Publishers Weekly Listen-Up Award. He is also an actor and director in the Washington, DC, area, where he is active in the area’s theater scene and has appeared in productions at the Shakespeare Theatre, the Kennedy Center, and Theater J.