Jumia Books Why the Rich Are Getting Richer  by Robert T. Kiyosaki (Author), Tom Wheelwright (Contributor)

"Why the Rich Are Getting Richer" by Robert T. Kiyosaki, with contribution from Tom Wheelwright, explores the widening financial gap between the wealthy and everyone else. The book emphasizes that financial literacy and savvy money management, rather than high income alone, are what enable the rich to accumulate and sustain wealth.

Key insights from the book include:

Financial education is crucial: The rich invest time and effort mastering money, taxes, investing, and managing assets, unlike most who rely on traditional schooling that does not teach these skills.

Tax advantages: The wealthy use legal tax strategies such as business deductions, depreciation, and investing to reduce tax burdens, while employees and workers often pay higher taxes.

Good debt vs. bad debt: Wealthy people leverage "good debt" to acquire assets that generate income, whereas others accumulate "bad debt" that drains finances.

Focus on building passive income streams through investments, business ownership, real estate, and dividends, which create financial freedom and compound wealth growth.

Inflation erodes wealth for those relying solely on salaries and savings, while the rich hedge with appreciating assets.

The importance of personal responsibility in taking control of one's financial future by continuously learning, investing, and making informed decisions.