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The Black Girl's Guide to Financial Freedom: Build Wealth, Retire Early, and Live the Life of Your Dreams Paperback – September 18, 2021

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"Paris's relatable guide will teach you how to build wealth and live life on your own terms."—Kristy Shen, co-author of Quit Like A Millionaire

"A great roadmap to mastering your money - and learning a lot about yourself in the process.—Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach(R), author of the New York Times bestseller, Zero Debt: The Ultimate Guide to Financial Freedom

Are you tired of spinning your wheels following financial advice that leaves you feeling broker than before? Are you pulling your hair out trying to follow the complicated instructions offered by the gurus? In The Black Girl’s Guide to Financial Freedom, Paris Woods takes the guesswork out of wealth-building and presents a plan that anyone can follow.

Paris spent years working in education and wanted to find a way to build wealth without changing careers or taking the traditional real estate or business routes. This book is the result of years of research and practice that helped her find a simpler path. Through real-life stories coupled with clear and actionable advice, you will learn to:
  • Build generational wealth
  • Avoid common financial traps
  • Earn your next degree debt-free
  • Achieve financial independence and retire early
  • Design a dream life you can start living today
This book is perfect for Black women of any age, including young professionals just starting to set financial goals and mid-career women who are tired of following the same old rules and are ready to live life on their own terms. If freedom is your goal, then this is the book for you.

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"The Black Girl's Guide to Financial Freedom is a great roadmap to mastering your money - and learning a lot about yourself in the process. With practical advice and a solid dose of big sister wisdom, Paris Woods shows you how to check your financial assumptions, reframe unhealthy attitudes about money, and figure out the best path for your unique financial journey."—Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach(R), author of the New York Times bestseller, Zero Debt: The Ultimate Guide to Financial Freedom

"Paris knows what it's like to struggle. Raised by a creative and resilient single mother who managed to raise 6 kids on a $40,000/year secretary's salary, she learned valuable financial lessons that she imparts in this book. With actionable advice on buying a car the smart way, going to college debt-free, investing, and achieving financial freedom via different paths, Paris's relatable guide will teach you how to build wealth and live life on your own terms."—Kristy Shen, co-author of Quit Like A Millionaire

"Creating financial freedom requires taking a slow cooker approach in a microwave world, as Paris Woods shows us. This book will teach you how to reframe your thoughts, build resistance and resilience, work through your numbers and take immediate action. It's a must-read for anyone who wants to learn the basics -- both in theory and in real-world application -- about how to move towards a life of financial freedom."—Paula Pant, host of the Afford Anything podcast

"What makes this book stand out among the vast library of financial self-help coaching karma is the author's very personal and compelling experience, and her ability to frame that experience in a larger social context. Like any good coach she is relentlessly optimistic, but goes deeper to see a larger context. Her aim is to give not only encouragement and advice but perspective, to protect you from - and help you to overcome - your own biases or naivete. And she succeeds. Paris Woods has made a valuable addition to the vast collection of advice that's out there."—Rachel Siegel CFA, author, Personal Finance, v 3.1 (Flatworld, 2020 [2010])

"Paris's personal financial stories are relatable and her journey from debt to financial freedom is inspiring for women of any age."—Kiersten Saunders, co-creator of rich & REGULAR

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Freedom Unlimited LLC (September 18, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 201 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1737606607
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1737606604
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.46 x 8.5 inches
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Paris Woods, Ed.D., is an author, philanthropist, nonprofit founder, and education leader who has been featured in Ebony Magazine, NPR, Gambit's 40 under 40, and received numerous awards and media recognition for her work.

Dr. Woods is a first-generation college graduate of Harvard University and a lifelong educator, having worked at some of the country’s top institutions. The daughter of a wise mother who encouraged her to venture out into the world and make “new mistakes,” Dr. Woods learned the hard way how to manage her finances and achieve financial freedom. Through years of trial and error and the guidance of numerous FIRE (financial independence, retire early) experts, Dr. Woods landed on some simple principles that completely turned things around for her financially and in life.

Dr. Woods's debut book, The Black Girl’s Guide to Financial Freedom, teaches readers how to win financially while living a life they love. Writing with the heart of a teacher, Dr. Woods breaks down seemingly complex financial topics into simple and actionable advice anyone can follow.

Dr. Woods has enjoyed numerous opportunities to help families with their personal finances, including through her work as a college financial aid officer and as an IRS-certified tax preparer. Dr. Woods earned her bachelor’s degree from Harvard College, her master’s degree from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and her doctorate from the University of Texas at Austin.

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I absolutely loved reading this book, it taught me things that I should’ve known to put into action years ago. I love the fact that there’s space to write in it as well. You could write down your goals, plan, your budget & expenses to get a visual on how to get financially free.If it’s one thing, this book was very personable, very real. I felt like Paris was talking to me directly giving me all the tea on a different way to life with money.I’d definitely recommend anyone to read this book. She also recommends other books as well that helped her along the journey to financial freedom.
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Sieara
5.0 out of 5 stars Practical, Moving, Purposeful
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2024
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I chose 5 stars because of how practically the advice can be applied. I would probably do 4.5 if I could simply because the approach of debt elimination honestly is challenging for me and maybe that is a personal problem. I think it is a great suggestion but maybe not as easy to do at first as the book suggests. Paris makes it clear she had to cut and work to do so, but even so it is a hefty primary suggestion. However as you read the rest of the book I begin to understand her reasoning for doing so. So full circle read I suppose. I like how quick the read is which allows readers to work and apply and not spend all their time inside of the book— though reading is important of course. I recommend this book to everyone especially Black women and girls obviously. Information like this is less practically given to marginalized communities like ours. However this valuable information should be readily available to everyone. Especially young people about to begin their financial journeys for the first time ever. Awesome job, Ms.Woods. Thank you for challenging and inspiring.
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dgriff
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
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Very interesting read, very helpful as well. Gives you a new perspective on finances . Also easy to follow.
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Carolyn
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!!! Don’t wait, BUY NOW
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2024
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This book was truly an eye opener. I’m a 27 year old black woman and I could relate to the author in so many ways . This book is educational,motivating and truly one of the best books ive read. Truly a gem
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!!! Don’t wait, BUY NOW
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2024
This book was truly an eye opener. I’m a 27 year old black woman and I could relate to the author in so many ways . This book is educational,motivating and truly one of the best books ive read. Truly a gem
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Ashley Randall-Morris
5.0 out of 5 stars Great knowledge
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2024
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Wishing someone would have brought me this fresh outta high school maybe I wouldn’t be in so much debt now 😂🤦🏾‍♀️
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ceme
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent, informative read
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2024
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love the book! the author is clear and straight to the point; wish I had had this book in my twenties. Referring it to every women ( as well as men too) I know
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Lain
4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty Good
Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2022
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This is a great place to start if you're wanting to get started on planning for financial independence. I got a few ideas from reading, but as someone already pretty financially literate, it didn't add too much. It was nice to have a personal touch to the topics via Wood's life experiences, but it was clear in the text that access to money in the first place is essential. If you're starting with large amounts of debt, I wouldn't say this is where to start, though it does give helpful tips on addressing debt. Unemployed folks with no income would not benefit, in the moment, from reading this, besides gaining some insight that could be helpful way down the line.
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Leann “Stallicorn” Alicia
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful read
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2024
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I absolutely loved reading this book, it taught me things that I should’ve known to put into action years ago. I love the fact that there’s space to write in it as well. You could write down your goals, plan, your budget & expenses to get a visual on how to get financially free.

If it’s one thing, this book was very personable, very real. I felt like Paris was talking to me directly giving me all the tea on a different way to life with money.

I’d definitely recommend anyone to read this book. She also recommends other books as well that helped her along the journey to financial freedom.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful read
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2024
I absolutely loved reading this book, it taught me things that I should’ve known to put into action years ago. I love the fact that there’s space to write in it as well. You could write down your goals, plan, your budget & expenses to get a visual on how to get financially free.

If it’s one thing, this book was very personable, very real. I felt like Paris was talking to me directly giving me all the tea on a different way to life with money.

I’d definitely recommend anyone to read this book. She also recommends other books as well that helped her along the journey to financial freedom.
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Victoria
5.0 out of 5 stars Financial Strategies
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2024
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This is a very helpful book about getting your finances in order. Men and women of any color can learn sound financial advice from this woman.

It's not one of those get rich quick schemes, and teaches regular people financial strategies that may have never been taught to you.

For example, investments including index funds (VTI & VTSAX), 401k/403B retirement funds, IRA, and online saving accounts with better interest.

Also, how to tackle debt ranging from credit card to student loans.
There are many jewels in this book and I plan on rereading it again and letting my friends know about it too.
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PAULA ANN RIOT PRODUCTIONS
5.0 out of 5 stars Very educational! Very well written:)
Reviewed in Canada on December 23, 2023
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I learned so much about the American educational resources available to citizens.

Very helpful, even though I am Canadian 👌😊

It was very well written and educational...more Black students should read this in high school...start preparing for College/University early.

Knowledge is power...only if you use it!
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Michelle
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Well Written Financial Advice
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 1, 2023
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I thoroughly enjoyed the book. Paris writes in such an engaging and relatable way. Her financial advice is amazing and her real life stories highlight her expertise and wisdom. I have put her financial strategies into practice and I will recommend her book to others. Fantastic read.
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