- Welcome to the Wealth Waterfall
From Chaos to Control: A 3-Stage System to Build Wealth from $0

3-Stage System to
Build Wealth
Why This Book Can Change Your Financial Life?
- This book meets you where you are - whether you're broke, overwhelmed, or financially stuck. It assumes nothing, blames no one, and offers a practical plan that starts from zero.
- The Wealth Waterfall system gives you a clear 3-stage roadmap to free up cash, increase your income, and build real assets, like a waterfall that strengthens as it flows.
- You’ll discover how small, daily decisions create long-term financial outcomes.
What you’ll read isn’t theory - it’s lived experience.
Author's Goal
This book was written as a challenge, as a way to condense my thoughts, and finally a financial guide for myself and hopefully it can be helpful for others.
David Tan
Why Read The Wealth Waterfall?
- Step by Step System
Easy to follow stages for building, managing & growing wealth - No Financial Jargon
Simple explanations for rea world money strategies - Proven Money Techniques
Increase your savings, income & investments - Automation Hacks
Make your finances work for you, not the other way around
The Wealth Waterfall System

Stage 1: Foundation
- Apply zero-based budgeting to manage every dollar intentionally
- Track spending daily to identify and eliminate waste
- Automate money flow to build savings without thinking

Stage 2: Scaling Income
- Explore side hustles that align with your time and skills
- Track net worth and asset growth monthly
- Build a war chest and emergency fund to reduce financial fragility

Stage 3: Investments & Wealth Building
- Start small with stocks, ETFs, or real estate
- Match investments to your risk profile
- Reinvest gains and avoid lifestyle inflation
What You’ll Learn

Master Zero-Based Budgeting to take full control of your spending

Automate your cashflow so saving becomes effortless

Discover real-world side hustle strategies that actually work

Track net worth and grow it over time

Learn the basics in stocks, real estate, and precious metals

Build long-term wealth without burnout or lifestyle inflation

What You’ll Learn


Why This Book Can Change Your Financial Life?
Ravi Kumar
“This is the most beginner-friendly money book I’ve ever read.”
I started with no budget, no savings, and no clue what to do. The 3-stage system broke things down in a way that actually made sense. I’ve already automated my finances and started investing small.
Daniel Cho
“It’s not about getting rich quick – it’s about building something that lasts.”
I used to think side hustles were just for extra cash. But Stage 2 helped me turn my weekend freelance work into real income I now rely on. Practical, honest, and easy to follow.
Jasmine Nguyen
“I finally understand where my money is going and how to take control of it.”
This book gave me clarity I never got from YouTube videos or finance blogs. The budgeting section alone helped me save 15% of my salary in the first month.