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Is 'Rich Dad Poor Dad' author really $1.2 billion in debt?
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Andrew Dorn , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· September 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The 79-year-old writer, known for the book "Rich Dad Poor Dad", has reportedly accumulated a large amount of debt. Further details about the author's financial situation are available, including the reported amount of debt, which is substantial.
A well-known author is facing significant financial issues. The 79-year-old writer, known for the book "Rich Dad Poor Dad", has reportedly accumulated a large amount of debt.
The author has long been an advocate for using debt to build wealth, distinguishing between what he calls "good debt" and other types. This philosophy has been a central part of his message on achieving financial success.
Further details about the author's financial situation are available, including the reported amount of debt, which is substantial. For more information, readers can consult the original source.
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Category: News Published: September 3, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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