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Find Your Freedom
** Wall Street Journal Best Seller **
** Publishers Weekly National Bestseller, debuting at #5 on the Hardcover Business Book List and #18 on the Trade Paper Frontlist **
Are you ready to Find Your Freedom?
Everybody has money memories. How do yours shape the way you feel about, think about, and interact with money?
In Find Your Freedom , personal finance and retirement planning professionals Ron Carson CFP® and Jamie P. Hopkins, Esq., CFP®, give you the tools to explore your past relationships with money, examine your family legacy with money, and understand how both of those shape your path forward. We need to understand where we came from to understand where we are going.
After understanding these foundational elements, Ron and Jamie help you define what freedom means to you and helps you understand that while your meaning and purpose are the fuel that propels you forward, your financial plan is how you design the path to get there.
Following Ron and Jamie’s financial planning guidance will better prepare you to live your best life by design, not by default, find the fun in spending and retirement, and use your financial legacy to make an impact you can be proud of. You’ll learn from your past―and bond with your future self―to forge a path forward that reflects what you truly want in life.
** Publishers Weekly National Bestseller, debuting at #5 on the Hardcover Business Book List and #18 on the Trade Paper Frontlist **
Are you ready to Find Your Freedom?
Everybody has money memories. How do yours shape the way you feel about, think about, and interact with money?
In Find Your Freedom , personal finance and retirement planning professionals Ron Carson CFP® and Jamie P. Hopkins, Esq., CFP®, give you the tools to explore your past relationships with money, examine your family legacy with money, and understand how both of those shape your path forward. We need to understand where we came from to understand where we are going.
After understanding these foundational elements, Ron and Jamie help you define what freedom means to you and helps you understand that while your meaning and purpose are the fuel that propels you forward, your financial plan is how you design the path to get there.
Following Ron and Jamie’s financial planning guidance will better prepare you to live your best life by design, not by default, find the fun in spending and retirement, and use your financial legacy to make an impact you can be proud of. You’ll learn from your past―and bond with your future self―to forge a path forward that reflects what you truly want in life.
336 pages, Paperback
Published November 22, 2022
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About the author
Jamie P. Hopkins
8 books5 followersJAMIE P. HOPKINS, ESQ., MBA, LLM, CLU®, RICP® is an associate professor of taxation at The American College in the Retirement Income program, and he is the associate director of the New York Life Center for Retirement Income. He also holds the Larry R. Pike Chair in Insurance and Investments at The American College. As a professor at the College, he teaches courses in retirement, estate planning and life insurance. Through his role at The American College, he has educated thousands of financial service professionals and continues to move the needle for retirement income planning.
Professor Hopkins is considered one of the leading retirement planning experts in the United States and has been selected by InvestmentNews as one of the top 40 financial service professionals under the age of 40 in 2015. Professor Hopkins has also been published in numerous periodicals, including Villanova Law Review, Nebraska Law Review and Hastings Journal of Science and Technology Law, and has authored articles published by the American Bar Association and the Pennsylvania Bar Association.
Professor Hopkins received his B.A. in political science at Davidson College, where he was captain of the Division I Men’s Varsity Swim Team. He then attended Villanova School of Law, where he obtained his J.D. and graduated with honors. Later he received his MBA from Villanova University Business School. Professor Hopkins also holds his LLM from Temple University and two financial planning designations, the CLU® and RICP®.
Professor Hopkins is considered one of the leading retirement planning experts in the United States and has been selected by InvestmentNews as one of the top 40 financial service professionals under the age of 40 in 2015. Professor Hopkins has also been published in numerous periodicals, including Villanova Law Review, Nebraska Law Review and Hastings Journal of Science and Technology Law, and has authored articles published by the American Bar Association and the Pennsylvania Bar Association.
Professor Hopkins received his B.A. in political science at Davidson College, where he was captain of the Division I Men’s Varsity Swim Team. He then attended Villanova School of Law, where he obtained his J.D. and graduated with honors. Later he received his MBA from Villanova University Business School. Professor Hopkins also holds his LLM from Temple University and two financial planning designations, the CLU® and RICP®.
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February 16, 2023
Find Your Freedom
By
Jamie P Hopkins
Rating:5/5
Description:
In Find Your Freedom, personal finance and retirement planning professionals Ron Carson CFP® and Jamie P. Hopkins, Esq., CFP®, give you the tools to explore your past relationships with money, examine your family legacy with money, and understand how both of those shape your path forward. We need to understand where we came from to understand where we are going.
After understanding these foundational elements, Ron and Jamie help you define what freedom means to you and helps you understand that while your meaning and purpose are the fuel that propels you forward, your financial plan is how you design the path to get there.
Following Ron and Jamie’s financial planning guidance will better prepare you to live your best life by design, not by default, find the fun in spending and retirement, and use your financial legacy to make an impact you can be proud of. You’ll learn from your past―and bond with your future self―to forge a path forward that reflects what you truly want in life.
Review:
👉Talking about the title of the book, the title of the book is really so interesting to read.
👉The cover is appealing and attractive as well.Writing style is appreciable.This book is specifically penned about personal finance and retirement planning. Through this book, the author provides you with the best methods to analyse your past relationships with money and comprehend how both of those mould your way ahead.This book wraps up the topic of how to establish an actual monetary blueprint that encircles all the significant characteristics of your life. For many of us, speculating about our personal finances and financially planning of future is difficult to discuss because it is a complicated issue to understand and communicate about.I would suggest this book to all readers, particularly to readers who are willing to plan their successful and stable financial future ahead.
For book link:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/085719...
Wow! What a book! I am in love with the book
For complete read do order the book on @amazondotcom
👉I just loved reading the book ...
Happy reading!
By
Jamie P Hopkins
Rating:5/5
Description:
In Find Your Freedom, personal finance and retirement planning professionals Ron Carson CFP® and Jamie P. Hopkins, Esq., CFP®, give you the tools to explore your past relationships with money, examine your family legacy with money, and understand how both of those shape your path forward. We need to understand where we came from to understand where we are going.
After understanding these foundational elements, Ron and Jamie help you define what freedom means to you and helps you understand that while your meaning and purpose are the fuel that propels you forward, your financial plan is how you design the path to get there.
Following Ron and Jamie’s financial planning guidance will better prepare you to live your best life by design, not by default, find the fun in spending and retirement, and use your financial legacy to make an impact you can be proud of. You’ll learn from your past―and bond with your future self―to forge a path forward that reflects what you truly want in life.
Review:
👉Talking about the title of the book, the title of the book is really so interesting to read.
👉The cover is appealing and attractive as well.Writing style is appreciable.This book is specifically penned about personal finance and retirement planning. Through this book, the author provides you with the best methods to analyse your past relationships with money and comprehend how both of those mould your way ahead.This book wraps up the topic of how to establish an actual monetary blueprint that encircles all the significant characteristics of your life. For many of us, speculating about our personal finances and financially planning of future is difficult to discuss because it is a complicated issue to understand and communicate about.I would suggest this book to all readers, particularly to readers who are willing to plan their successful and stable financial future ahead.
For book link:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/085719...
Wow! What a book! I am in love with the book
For complete read do order the book on @amazondotcom
👉I just loved reading the book ...
Happy reading!
November 22, 2022
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𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗼𝗺 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂?
The first time I heard this question, it sort of stumped me... it is so deep ....so powerful, I found myself struggling to put into words what freedom truly means to me. I loved how such a seemingly simple question affects people, how it pushes those who hear it to really think but most of all I adore how PERSONAL the answer is.... and this ... this is ...the reason why we are bringing you the rare ...
Shh... Dads Reading as Larry reviews Find Your Freedom by Jamie Hopkins and Ron Carson
"Find Your Freedom is a must-read for anyone who is looking to live their best life and do it by design and not default. The phrase Find Your Freedom means many different things to different people and gets you thinking about what freedom means to you. When most people see a book that covers the topic of financial planning they immediately think of things like budgeting, investing and retirement. This book spends the majority of the pages concentrating on helping you define what freedom means to you and using that as the North Star for all the planning you do. You really cannot budget, invest or plan for retirement properly if you do not why or what you are doing it for, the end goal is to Find Your Freedom.
Jamie and Ron present these topics which many times are confusing and complicated in an easy-to-understand and thought-provoking way. Financial planning for your future has many interrelated areas and concepts that need to be addressed during one’s life and without a thorough understanding of your goals, it complicates things even further. Having clarity around what Freedom means to you will make the planning easier to accomplish and far more meaningful as a result too.
Reading Find Your Freedom has energized me to think more about what Freedom means to me and also spend more time with the families we serve in helping them work towards understanding what Freedom means to them.”
~ Larry Sprung Host of the Mitlin Money Mindset and Founder and Wealth Advisor Mitlin Financial
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗼𝗺 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂?
The first time I heard this question, it sort of stumped me... it is so deep ....so powerful, I found myself struggling to put into words what freedom truly means to me. I loved how such a seemingly simple question affects people, how it pushes those who hear it to really think but most of all I adore how PERSONAL the answer is.... and this ... this is ...the reason why we are bringing you the rare ...
Shh... Dads Reading as Larry reviews Find Your Freedom by Jamie Hopkins and Ron Carson
"Find Your Freedom is a must-read for anyone who is looking to live their best life and do it by design and not default. The phrase Find Your Freedom means many different things to different people and gets you thinking about what freedom means to you. When most people see a book that covers the topic of financial planning they immediately think of things like budgeting, investing and retirement. This book spends the majority of the pages concentrating on helping you define what freedom means to you and using that as the North Star for all the planning you do. You really cannot budget, invest or plan for retirement properly if you do not why or what you are doing it for, the end goal is to Find Your Freedom.
Jamie and Ron present these topics which many times are confusing and complicated in an easy-to-understand and thought-provoking way. Financial planning for your future has many interrelated areas and concepts that need to be addressed during one’s life and without a thorough understanding of your goals, it complicates things even further. Having clarity around what Freedom means to you will make the planning easier to accomplish and far more meaningful as a result too.
Reading Find Your Freedom has energized me to think more about what Freedom means to me and also spend more time with the families we serve in helping them work towards understanding what Freedom means to them.”
~ Larry Sprung Host of the Mitlin Money Mindset and Founder and Wealth Advisor Mitlin Financial
December 20, 2023
Find Your Freedom" by Jamie P. Hopkins and Ron Carson is an insightful and practical book that delves into the realm of personal financial planning. With a title that resonates on a personal level, the book's central theme of defining and achieving freedom through financial management immediately captures the reader's attention.
Structured with meticulous attention to aiding readers in their financial journey, the book stands out for its chapter endings, which provide key takeaways and thought-provoking questions for reflection. This structure effectively positions readers for success in navigating their financial futures, offering actionable steps for implementation.
A highlight of "Find Your Freedom" is its detailed and segmented financial planning advice tailored to different age groups. Particularly noteworthy is Chapter 7, where the authors meticulously outline financial plans for various decades (20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s). This segment-specific approach acknowledges the evolving nature of financial needs across different life stages, making it an invaluable resource for readers seeking age-appropriate financial guidance.
What sets this book apart is its ability to render financial planning engaging through relatable anecdotes and real-life examples. By integrating practical tips within relatable stories, the authors successfully captivate readers' interest and demonstrate the feasibility of implementing the advice provided. Moreover, the book breaks the misconception that effective financial planning is solely for the affluent, making it accessible and relevant to individuals from diverse financial backgrounds.
In conclusion, "Find Your Freedom" is a comprehensive guide that transforms the seemingly mundane topic of financial planning into an engaging and enlightening journey
Structured with meticulous attention to aiding readers in their financial journey, the book stands out for its chapter endings, which provide key takeaways and thought-provoking questions for reflection. This structure effectively positions readers for success in navigating their financial futures, offering actionable steps for implementation.
A highlight of "Find Your Freedom" is its detailed and segmented financial planning advice tailored to different age groups. Particularly noteworthy is Chapter 7, where the authors meticulously outline financial plans for various decades (20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s). This segment-specific approach acknowledges the evolving nature of financial needs across different life stages, making it an invaluable resource for readers seeking age-appropriate financial guidance.
What sets this book apart is its ability to render financial planning engaging through relatable anecdotes and real-life examples. By integrating practical tips within relatable stories, the authors successfully captivate readers' interest and demonstrate the feasibility of implementing the advice provided. Moreover, the book breaks the misconception that effective financial planning is solely for the affluent, making it accessible and relevant to individuals from diverse financial backgrounds.
In conclusion, "Find Your Freedom" is a comprehensive guide that transforms the seemingly mundane topic of financial planning into an engaging and enlightening journey
February 7, 2023
🥀The book "Find Your Freedom: Financial Planning for a Life on Purpose" is penned by the author Jamie P Hopkins and Ron Carson. This book is specifically penned about personal finance and retirement planning. Through this book, the author provides you with the best methods to analyse your past relationships with money and comprehend how both of those mould your way ahead.
🥀This book wraps up the topic of how to establish an actual monetary blueprint that encircles all the significant characteristics of your life. For many of us, speculating about our personal finances and financially planning of future is difficult to discuss because it is a complicated issue to understand and communicate about.
🥀So they provided us with an easy and reliable way to do it. This book takes unapproachable content and makes it easy to approach. It has clarified each and everything with proper satisfactory criteria. This book has great insight and advice he accomplished through his own understanding of this field.
🥀It has delivered the properest approach according to their viewpoint. The book is very versatile and very enlightening. I would suggest this book to all readers, particularly to readers who are willing to plan their successful and stable financial future ahead.
🥀This book wraps up the topic of how to establish an actual monetary blueprint that encircles all the significant characteristics of your life. For many of us, speculating about our personal finances and financially planning of future is difficult to discuss because it is a complicated issue to understand and communicate about.
🥀So they provided us with an easy and reliable way to do it. This book takes unapproachable content and makes it easy to approach. It has clarified each and everything with proper satisfactory criteria. This book has great insight and advice he accomplished through his own understanding of this field.
🥀It has delivered the properest approach according to their viewpoint. The book is very versatile and very enlightening. I would suggest this book to all readers, particularly to readers who are willing to plan their successful and stable financial future ahead.
February 1, 2023
The book encourages you to work towards your financial plan from now only so that you’ll be prepared for any uncertainties that life throws on you. Building a system of financial stability is crucial so that you don’t struggle financial when the time is tough.
The book guides you in finding the right path for yourself that is aligned with your values and what you actually want to accomplish in life. To take ownership over your financial life and help you gain a better understanding of your core emotional ties to money.
‘Key takeaways’ are mentioned after each chapter. It’s very useful as it summarizes the important points covered in the chapter. Reflection questions are also mentioned that helps you in gaining understanding about yourself. To encourage you to think more about what you’ve read.
The book will change the way you think about money.
The book guides you in finding the right path for yourself that is aligned with your values and what you actually want to accomplish in life. To take ownership over your financial life and help you gain a better understanding of your core emotional ties to money.
‘Key takeaways’ are mentioned after each chapter. It’s very useful as it summarizes the important points covered in the chapter. Reflection questions are also mentioned that helps you in gaining understanding about yourself. To encourage you to think more about what you’ve read.
The book will change the way you think about money.
October 17, 2023
Find Your Freedom was an accidental find, shared by a book club admin. I have found no mention of it in popular social media.
Coming from a financial planner, I thought the book will be a bland read... full of technical jargons. There are a few for sure, but nothing that an average working American won't know about.
Also, I presumed it to be something promotional. You know, those books which someone publishes just to talk about their work and clients. It's nothing as such.
The book doesn't only talk about the theories and financial planning practices. It also motivates you to put a step forward toward your financial freedom. It doesn't actively preach about following any one way or the other. It just gives you a good introductory guidance about the different tools available to handle (and save) your money.
At 300+ pages, it's not a breezy read for sure. It, however, is an easy read. The book explains all financial concepts through examples (and some numbers) to make sense of the stuff. It does take some time and patience, though.
Although the content is relevant mostly to an American citizen, you can replicate most of the ideas for your region, too.
It's a must-read for anyone planning to find a way to a peaceful retirement (and death).
Absolutely recommended.
Coming from a financial planner, I thought the book will be a bland read... full of technical jargons. There are a few for sure, but nothing that an average working American won't know about.
Also, I presumed it to be something promotional. You know, those books which someone publishes just to talk about their work and clients. It's nothing as such.
The book doesn't only talk about the theories and financial planning practices. It also motivates you to put a step forward toward your financial freedom. It doesn't actively preach about following any one way or the other. It just gives you a good introductory guidance about the different tools available to handle (and save) your money.
At 300+ pages, it's not a breezy read for sure. It, however, is an easy read. The book explains all financial concepts through examples (and some numbers) to make sense of the stuff. It does take some time and patience, though.
Although the content is relevant mostly to an American citizen, you can replicate most of the ideas for your region, too.
It's a must-read for anyone planning to find a way to a peaceful retirement (and death).
Absolutely recommended.
July 1, 2025
There is a lot of good information in here, but you need to work your way through wordy chapters to get to it. If you are looking for DIY instructions to managing money, you won't find it here either.
This book is focused on the philosophy behind money management, and Jamie Hopkins gives us much food for thought. However, Find Your Freedom seems to be less about crafting your own financial plan and more focused on getting people to see the value in bringing in a professional to help.
This book is focused on the philosophy behind money management, and Jamie Hopkins gives us much food for thought. However, Find Your Freedom seems to be less about crafting your own financial plan and more focused on getting people to see the value in bringing in a professional to help.
November 21, 2022
Ron and Jamie have so much knowledge of the industry that to call them personal finance experts is a massive understatement. The wealth of foundational knowledge in the book is great to get anyone started on the right path, but the way in which they talk about the importance of *planning* your future (and really dive into the details) is the true insight that can help anyone.
November 21, 2022
How do your first money memories shape your views on money as an adult? More than I ever realized. So much of how we think about debt, saving, and planning is tied up in these past experiences. This book guides readers down a path to reflect, not on the amount of money you should have saved for retirement, but on a path to reflect on what you want that future to look like - your goals, aspirations, the impact you want to have. Do you want to travel, volunteer, leave a legacy for your children? Knowing the answers can help pave the way for developing a financial plan that get you there. This is like no other financial planning book out there.
November 20, 2022
Very useful. One of the only book that covers real financial planning and not just basic budgeting and personal finance fundamentals. Great read for people who are serious about living a life by desig.
March 27, 2023
3.5. Solid introduction to the practice and basis of financial planning. Whereas many books of this nature focus on the technicalities at the expense of the "why," Hopkins does the opposite. I do wish his discussion of the tools and techniques of planning was a bit more expansive.
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