The under-the-radar books early retirees and savvy investors are reading to get ahead

"We like the 'Die With Zero' approach: Use the money when you can. There's no point in continuing to accumulate forever. If you want to travel, that's the money to use now. When you're older, there are more health issues, you're less active, and you're not likely to spend all that money."

"For them, financial independence isn't about building the biggest possible net worth. It's about having the flexibility to spend intentionally on experiences and priorities that matter to them."

"Michela Allocca built a brand around money advice for young women, creating the kind of content she wished she'd had in her early 20s. She monetized her platform, Break Your Budget, quit her corporate job, and built a seven-figure portfolio all by age 30."

Business Insider compiled recommendations from financially successful individuals about books that shaped their thinking on money, work, and retirement. Rather than highlighting well-known titles like 'Rich Dad Poor Dad,' the focus centers on underrated books that influenced investors' financial philosophies. Alex Nathanson and Josette Chang achieved financial independence in Manhattan by adopting principles from 'Die With Zero,' which advocates using money for meaningful experiences rather than endless portfolio growth. They emphasize spending on priorities while able to enjoy them, recognizing that health limitations increase with age. Michela Allocca, who built a seven-figure portfolio by age 30, recommends Tanja Hester's 'Work Optional' as an underrated personal finance resource that influenced her approach to financial independence and career decisions.

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