What is everyone’s top 1 or 2 favorite books on personal finance? I’m always looking for a new one to bring into the fold of what I’m doing

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The intelligent investor. It's the only investing book you ever need to read

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The Richest Man in Babylon - simple concepts in an entertaining and quick read

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