Why is it that women, who are so competent in all other areas of their lives, cannot find the same competence when it comes to matters of money?Suz...
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Dec 19, 2008
Holy hell, I saw this woman on television tonight at the gym, now I'm fucking obsessed with her. I just absolutely love her insanely amazing glowing white jaws. I'd seen pictures of her before, but I had no idea how her teeth are shaped, and how cool they look when she talks -- I finally get the whole hyper-bleached look! She's great. Plus according to Wikipedia, she used to be a social worker! I am going to read this book, and see what she has to tell me about woman and money, not to mention m
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Nov 19, 2008
Sidhe1
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A few montsh ago, I saw an episode of Oprah and Suze Orman was on to discuss money and women. I knew at the time who she was a bit, but had never paid much attention to her or her work. During that episode, she had it set up that you could go onto Oprah's website for the hour that the show was on and download her newest book, Women and Money, for free. So I did.
I forgot I had it saved to my jump drive for the longest time, but then I stumbled across it a few days ago. I decided to g More...
I forgot I had it saved to my jump drive for the longest time, but then I stumbled across it a few days ago. I decided to g More...
Dec 26, 2008
Mo
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I was actually embarrassed to check this out from the library, but I'm glad I did. Orman's ghoulish grin on the cover is terrifying, but my credit card debt and student loans are even scarier, and this book gave me the necessary tools to take control of the shambles that is my financial situation.
The book is organized into a five month plan, and Orman walks you through the ins and outs of learning about your FICO and how you can fix it if it sucks; how, when and why to invest; the b More...
The book is organized into a five month plan, and Orman walks you through the ins and outs of learning about your FICO and how you can fix it if it sucks; how, when and why to invest; the b More...
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Jan 14, 2008
Grace
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I have this as an audiobook- and I use to think "she was highminded? But that was when I didn't know any better. This woman knows her stuff. What I am learning is that learn from those who can give you sound advice who has a proven record of failures to successes. She came from a "poor" background. Find out how she can show you simply money management steps and investments tools where ever your budget may be. She was featured in the Essence magazine in 2007 appealing to the Africa
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May 05, 2009
Sabrina
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Gives a simple, one-step-a-month plan for women to get in control of their money. Anyone who likes a little bit of Judge Judy-like attitude will appreciate the way she tells it straight. I don't agree with all of her steps, but anyone who follows here plan will at the very least be in control of their money - they will know where it is and what it is doing, which is a lot more than many of us can say. I definitely preferred Dave Ramsey's [title: Financial Peace Revisited] but both are good re
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Sep 04, 2010
Amanda
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This is an excellent book for women who need to know all the basics of taking care of their finances. I really like Suze's approach to the book, which is that knowlege about your finances leads to more power and control over your life as a whole. She encourages women, whether they are single and just starting out (like me), married and used to letting their husbands deal with the finances, or even stay-at-home-moms, to develop a healthy relationship with their money in order to take more control
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Jun 21, 2011
Cindy
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It applies to everyone - not just women, but I understand how she wanted to target the female audience to try to get more women involved in the family finances. Some of the information is outdated, since it was written before the huge bank bailouts and housing bubble collapse in 2008. Some of the information offered is inaccurate since legislation has changed a lot for credit cards, mortgages, and other things. The first few chapters are her usual touchy-feely chapters to attempt to have you d
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Jan 08, 2011
Dhara
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Suze Orman’s Women and Money was a book club selection. I learned a lot about personal finance and female psychology. She states that eight attributes of a wealthy woman are: harmony, balance, courage, generosity, happiness, wisdom, cleanliness, and beauty. Each of these characteristics is described succinctly. Women, in today’s world are expected to financially savvy, domestic divas and breadwinners at the same time. This guides you though bewildering world of finance. I learned: the difference
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Dec 22, 2008
Jackie
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This (audio) book was great. Sometimes I find Suze Orman a little annoying, but she wasn't bad on this (especially since she was the narrator). The first two parts of the book (bank accounts and credit cards) didn't really provide me with anything I didn't already know, although it was good for motivation - must pay off credit cards! The retirement and estate planning sections were awesome. She had very clear instructions for what you should do based on your income and family situation (whet
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Jul 02, 2011
Katie
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The book contained a lot of helpful ideas and information, but I found parts of it condescending and annoying, but perhaps it's a generational thing. There were portions of the book directed towards women who have secret shopping addictions that lead to credit card debt and there were suggestions on how to begin to understand your finances if you've been relying on your husband to do it for you for years. I'm a woman and I'm married, but I don't rack up credit card bills for shoes and I don't le
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Mar 08, 2010
A'mee
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I'm still only about halfway through the book, and while I think it has some good points, I'm finding that even though the book is only 2 years old, it's already outdated. I'm kind of laughing at the part about savings accounts. 5% APR??? Yeah, right. I'm with INGdirect, and I'm only getting 1.20% and right now that's one of the best out there. Hopefully in time things will rebound and it will be re-dated (is that a word??) but for now, not so much.
The other problem I have with Suze (an More...
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Jan 01, 2009
Ellen
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I read this in the same week I read the Young fabulous and broke book, much of the financial advice was the same but the psychological stuff like why we spend money and why we feel the need to take care of other's even though we can't afford it, was really good. This book will help you get on a path were small things you do everyday/month/year will help lead to financial security in years to come. I would recommend this book to anyone, men and women, because I think some men do the same things
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Mar 30, 2009
Judith
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I am pretty set with my financial independence. I did like her 8 qualities to acquire. I'm pretty good on them also but COURAGE is something I enjoyed reading about. We all have our fears. I've struggled with penny pinching all my life and I am still working on it.
Having a husband who is a spendthrift and a packrat doesn't help.
We did sell the old house and get into an apartment and got rid of 50% of the stuff so I can't be doing too bad.
It was interesting to read about Suz More...
Having a husband who is a spendthrift and a packrat doesn't help.
We did sell the old house and get into an apartment and got rid of 50% of the stuff so I can't be doing too bad.
It was interesting to read about Suz More...
Nov 30, 2008
Nancy
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I have a vagina--which means I'm a woman (okay, so that's debatable in our post-gendered era, just bear with me).
I'm an English teacher--which means I'm poor.
Anyway, I had a friend suggest I read this book.
I likes it. Easy to read, even if the beginning is a little touchy feely.
Tons of advice and easy to understand explanations of what ROTH IRAs and mutual funds and money markets are and AYP (annual yearly percentage) versus APR (annual percentage More...
I'm an English teacher--which means I'm poor.
Anyway, I had a friend suggest I read this book.
I likes it. Easy to read, even if the beginning is a little touchy feely.
Tons of advice and easy to understand explanations of what ROTH IRAs and mutual funds and money markets are and AYP (annual yearly percentage) versus APR (annual percentage More...
Dec 11, 2010
PlatKat
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I'm a Suze Orman fan, but I'd recommend this book to anyone for its fluid, conversational style and smart, tangible advice. In fact, if you don't like her show but want some easy-to-follow financial advice, I'd say that's even more of a reason to pick up one of her books.
My friend lent me this one, which focuses on women. Some of the difficulties most women face don't seem to apply to me. I am not charged with taking care of elderly parents or a family. I'm not afraid to negotiat More...
My friend lent me this one, which focuses on women. Some of the difficulties most women face don't seem to apply to me. I am not charged with taking care of elderly parents or a family. I'm not afraid to negotiat More...
Jun 04, 2010
仔, 我 决 定 爱 你 一萬年
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AKhirnya beres juga, setelah lama cuma dibaca sedikit demi sedikit..
Karena suka nonton acaranya Suze di CNBC yang sabtu tengah malem itu, makanya tertarik baca bukunya
oh well, lebih suka nonton acaranya daripada baca bukunya hahaha
paling senang sama section "Can't I Afford It?"
di buku ini sebagian tipsnya bisa dipakai di indonesia
seperti punya dana cadangan, atau teknik memakai kartu kredit yang baik dan benar
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Jun 15, 2009
Amanda
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I do think that this book or something like it should be required for high school graduates. Especially for those of us whose parents didn't have money... Where are we (especially women) supposed to learn this stuff? I really liked that she refers readers to her website where you can answer specific questions and get a personalized action plan. I do love lists!
Some of the things I had a handle on such as keeping accurate records and paying off dept but she helped me see the import More...
Some of the things I had a handle on such as keeping accurate records and paying off dept but she helped me see the import More...
Jul 05, 2007
Nina
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My father bought me this book after I asked him about how to go about investing money (that I have yet to earn...). He said it lays out the basics quite well, and I suppose he is right. My main issue with this book is that it was way too motivational and not informational enough. The time it takes to read 8 chapters about why you should take control of your financial life (so that you can be a balanced, courageous, and beautiful woman, and so on) could better be spent learning how to do so.
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Aug 28, 2011
Jayne
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This book captures the essence of what Suze thinks and feels about women taking care of themselves. Her 8 qualities of a wealthy women is wonderful and has the underlining them of self-worth and confidence. Since one of my goals in life is to help others develop a solid foundation of self-worth where confidence can be used as a stepping stone to achieve greatness in your life.
I love this book and Suze because she offers a simple attainable way for all of us to be "the best we c
I love this book and Suze because she offers a simple attainable way for all of us to be "the best we c
Jan 19, 2011
Kimberly
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Pretty much the same as Suze's first books, but with female pronoun usage. Of course, I watch Suze's podcasts and read investment materials. So, the matters discussed were not totally new. However, this was still a great, fast read for the eager note taker.
Great for a reminder about money education and female empowerment. But, I would suggest checking it out from the library and taking notes. It's not a MUST OWN like some of her other books. Decent, but not the best.
Great for a reminder about money education and female empowerment. But, I would suggest checking it out from the library and taking notes. It's not a MUST OWN like some of her other books. Decent, but not the best.
Aug 25, 2008
Amber
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I bought this book because I'm tired of being so smart and so good at so many things, but not knowing anything about money. I decided it was time to teach myself and I thought this would be a good place to start.
I read the whole book although I think if you wanted to get it and skip the "why women are bad with/scared of money" bit at the beginning, the practical part is the most important anyway.
I have taken lots of the steps she recommended, and got myself chec More...
I read the whole book although I think if you wanted to get it and skip the "why women are bad with/scared of money" bit at the beginning, the practical part is the most important anyway.
I have taken lots of the steps she recommended, and got myself chec More...
Mar 14, 2011
Kate
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I truly enjoy Suze Orman. Not only do I feel her suggestions are realistic as well as financial sound, I appreciate that she breaks down complex financial products into something we can all understand.
That said, I felt I was read this book a bit prematurely, as I do not need to worry about trust, wills, etc just yet. However, the first 3 sections offer fascinating explanations of women psychology with money, as well as what to do with your money in terms of saving, paying down debt, More...
That said, I felt I was read this book a bit prematurely, as I do not need to worry about trust, wills, etc just yet. However, the first 3 sections offer fascinating explanations of women psychology with money, as well as what to do with your money in terms of saving, paying down debt, More...
Mar 01, 2009
Jessica
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Great book if you're feeling scorned by the men in your life for wasting away all your precious funds or for mentally/emotionally/physically abusing you in a relationship you're trying to leave. Also, great book for anyone who needs their confidence and self-esteem boosted up by Suze. For anyone else, it's helpful, basic money management book. Easy to read. Not as good as the Young, Broke, and Fabulous book, but probably more useful for older women.
Mar 25, 2010
Jennifer
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I thought this was a great book on personal finance, and the culture of women and money. Although I already practice many of the principles in the first few chapters, I really appreciated the simple examples she gave throughout the book, and her chapter on important documents (such as a will and a trust) was great. She gave me valuable information on life insurance and retirement savings that I plan to review and start implementing soon.
Jul 02, 2008
Eveline
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I'm still wading through the boring beginning rah-rah chapters (though I acknowledge that they are highly necessary as they are spent driving home the important point that women don't ever manage their own finances, or even know anything about the money sitch in their household, for various traditional-role-of-women-in-society reasons, and need to get a grip and learn about money) but can say that the Suze-ster has a highly likable voice.
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Okay I'm done with this book. Not much to sa More...
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Okay I'm done with this book. Not much to sa More...
Dec 20, 2008
Claire
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I'm a Suze fan...I watch her show and visit her website frequently. I depending on who you are and what your situation is, Suze has different books that are more appropriate. Case in point, this book was good, but Young, Broke and Fabulous was better for me and has proved to be a better resource. Suze theme in this one is simple: women often don't pay attention, care or get educated about their finances and need to. I didn't learn anything that I hadn't already from Suze, but I did register for
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Jan 05, 2010
Anna
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I'm not typically a Suze Orman fan but I received the book as a College Graduation present and gave it a read. I found the book to be very interesting and enjoyable. I am following the "Save Yourself" Challange and Suze does a good job in this book explaining the different types of bank accounts and what to do with any extra money that you have, as well as the importance of spending less than you earn.
Feb 18, 2010
Mary-Michelle
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I think she gives good advice but this was not quite the right book for me. I like her action items and I like that it gives a concrete plan and some interactive tools on her website. I am not in a position right now to make use of some of the information she provides (making a will, being careful of entering a second marriage, setting up a living trust to leave my house to) but will probably take this out from the library again in the future because I like the step by step approach she brings
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Feb 05, 2008
Ashleigh
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This is a great reference book. I learned a lot about how things worked with wills, trusts, investments, etc. I think it's a great book to read. I have watched Suze's talkshow, though, and I've found that I don't agree with all of her investment stances and debt stances. (She uses debt as a tool as opposed to getting rid of it.) This book did encourage me to open a higher yield interest savings account, though, which I have to make regular electronic deposits in for a year and then I get a
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Jun 09, 2010
Betty
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Need to get my own copy since I read the first part where Suze discusses how women need to value themselves and their own worth before they can truly feel powerful about their own money. The later sections of the book delves more deeply into actual tasks like setting up and choosing your retirement plan, how to get your will and estate together, managing debt.
