You are not broke. You are exhausted.

A calm personal finance plan for anyone who feels behind -- and refuses to panic.

Rich Without the Rush book cover, a personal finance book by R. Lee Vann

Questions People Ask

It's for anyone in the second half of life who feels behind but refuses to panic. Late starters. People rebuilding after hard times. Anyone holding three generations together -- aging parents, grown children, and their own future -- all at once. If you're exhausted, not broke, this book was written for you.
Yes. This book is built for real life, not a clean slate. You're not behind because you made bad choices. You're behind because you put everyone else first. The Tortoise Formula meets you where you are: Direction times Discipline divided by Distraction equals Wealth.
It's a money book first. The plan stands on its own. It's grounded in faith, so Scripture shows up where it fits. But you don't need to be religious for the tools to work for you.
It's a quick check-up for your peace, not just your bank balance. You score seven parts of your life from 1 to 10. In about five minutes, you see where the money stress is really coming from. It measures what your bank balance can't. It's free -- take it and see where you stand.
You can get it in paperback, hardcover, and e-book on Amazon.

About the Author

R. Lee Vann rebuilt his money life at 52. Divorced. Starting over. Everyone his age seemed miles ahead. Then he learned the truth. The problem was not the math. It was peace. He did not need a smarter budget. He needed a calmer plan. Now he helps others find the same calm. He is an author, a podcast host, and a U.S. Air Force veteran. He lives in Munford, Tennessee. He is not another guru. He is your guide.

R. Lee Vann, author of Rich Without the Rush

What Readers Are Saying

"If you're tired of 'get rich quick' hype and want a steady, mindful approach to building wealth, this book is absolutely worth reading."

-- shah, Amazon review

"It levels with the reader. It stares into your eyes, reaches into your heart, and holds your soul in its hands, saying, 'It's okay.'"

-- Outstanding Creator Awards

"Very useful information. Easy to follow and understand. Thank you for using your story to help others."

-- Smith, Verified Purchase

Contact Me

Contact me for questions, podcast interviews, or speaking engagements.

What's Inside

Three simple tools to build wealth slowly -- and stay calm doing it.

The Peace Index

Score seven parts of your life from 1 to 10. In five minutes, you see where your money stress really comes from. It measures what your bank balance can't. Take it free.

The Tortoise Formula

One simple way to build wealth slowly: Direction times Discipline divided by Distraction equals Wealth. Small, steady moves beat panic every time.

Your Enough Number

The point where you have enough to live, enough to give, and enough to breathe. Stop chasing a number that keeps moving.