In our modern world, the conversations around personal financial success are abundant, yet the intersection of money and intimate relationships often remains untouched. This new book fearlessly steps into this gap, offering an engaging discussion in a short, easy-to-read style. This book is a thoughtful exploration of the relationships we have with love, money, and communication. What if love and money are not polar opposites, but intertwined in ways we've yet to fully understand? What if the way we communicate about them shapes our relationships and our financial lives? These intriguing questions lie at the heart of our book. We explore the tricky connection between our feelings (love) and something totally different (money) and how we communicate about it. Discover the remarkable feature that sets this book apart: the Household Finance Calculator. A simple tool, this invaluable addition empowers couples and families to navigate their finances with greater ease and comprehension. With practicality at its core, this calculator sheds light on each individual's financial contributions to the household, facilitating a fair distribution of income. Prepare to witness a harmonious balance where both the collective needs of the household and the aspirations of each individual are aptly fulfilled. ​​​​​​​Early Reviews: Bradi A. - "Reading the book was a very eye-opening experience, to say the least. The stories were enthralling and relatable enough to keep me interested in what would normally be a "boring" topic. There were parts that made me cackle, parts that made me sad, and thoughts of this could be me." ​​​​​​​Amber H. - “The stories in this book stirred emotions that I was unaware I had regarding money, my marriage and my upbringing.” Robyn M. - “I LOVED the [Household Finance] calculator. I am not savvy with Excel, nor am I one who loves to fill out budget sheets, although I do think it is important. It was easy, I didn't feel intimidated by it and I was willing to fill it out instead of avoiding it, which says a lot.”

This completely revised and updated edition of Don't Tell Me What To Do, Just Send Money prepares parents for the issues that they will encounter during their children's college years. Since our original publication over ten years ago, there has been a dramatic increase in the use of cell phone and internet technology. The birth of the term ‘helicopter parent' is, in part, due to the instant and frequent connectivity that parents have with their children today. Parents are struggling with the appropriate use of communicative technology and aren't aware of its impact on their child's development, both personally and academically. With straightforward practicality and using humorous and helpful case examples and dialogues, Don't Tell Me What To Do, Just Send Money helps parents lay the groundwork for a new kind of relationship so that they can help their child more effectively handle everything they'll encounter during their college years.

You’re smart. So don’t be dumb about money. Pinpoint your biggest money blind spots and take control of your finances with these tools from CBS News Business Analyst and host of the nationally syndicated radio show Jill on Money, Jill Schlesinger. “A must-read . . . This straightforward and pleasingly opinionated book may persuade more of us to think about financial planning.”—Financial Times Hey you . . . you saw the title. You get the deal. You’re smart. You’ve made a few dollars. You’ve done what the financial books and websites tell you to do. So why isn’t it working? Maybe emotions and expectations are getting in the way of good sense—or you’re paying attention to the wrong people. If you’ve started counting your lattes, for god’s sake, just stop. Read this book instead. After decades of working as a Wall Street trader, investment adviser, and money expert for CBS News, Jill Schlesinger reveals thirteen costly mistakes you may be making right now with your money. Drawing on personal stories and a hefty dose of humor, Schlesinger argues that even the brightest people can behave like financial dumb-asses because of emotional blind spots. So if you’ve saved for college for your kids before saving for retirement, or you’ve avoided drafting a will, this is the book for you. By following Schlesinger’s rules about retirement, college financing, insurance, real estate, and more, you can save money and avoid countless sleepless nights. It could be the smartest investment you make all year. Praise for The Dumb Things Smart People Do with Their Money “Common sense is not always common, especially when it comes to managing your money. Consider Jill Schlesinger’s book your guide to all the things you should know about money but were never taught. After reading it, you’ll be smarter, wiser, and maybe even wealthier.”—Chris Guillebeau, author of Side Hustle and The $100 Startup “A must-read, whether you’re digging yourself out of a financial hole or stacking up savings for the future, The Dumb Things Smart People Do with Their Money is a personal finance gold mine loaded with smart financial nuggets delivered in Schlesinger’s straight-talking, judgment-free style.”—Beth Kobliner, author of Make Your Kid a Money Genius (Even If You’re Not) and Get a Financial Life

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Margaret Lomas explodes the common myth that you need to be debt-free and have a high income in order to invest. How to Make Your Money Last as Long as You Do explains the pros and cons of property investment, how to put yourself in a position to be able to invest, and why and how to invest in positive cash flow property.

For many of us, planning our own financial future presents pitfalls at every turn, because the truth is, when it comes to money, we are not always rational. Now you can take control of your economic life with confidence. Bert Whitehead, one of the top money-management advisors in America, gives you all the information you need to manage your wealth wisely by relying on your strongest asset-yourself. Book jacket.