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Get Financially Naked: How to Talk Money with Your Honey
You may think that marital bliss means money doesn't matter, but in today's troubled economic times, that's simply false hope. And with layoffs galore and debt mounting, financial stress is through the roof. Think keeping afloat "and affectionate" is impossible? Think again.
This inspiring, action-oriented guide helps young women in committed relationships understand and manage their money matters. Complete with charts, graphs, case studies, and tip-based advice, this succinct, straightforward guide speaks to worried women in the same way that made "On My Own Two Feet" a mega-success.
Accessible and easy to follow, the three-part process presented in this book teaches you how to:
Accurately interpret your current financial condition Become truly involved in the costs of the couple Move forward using the "three powers steps to financial success" This expert author team is here to help once more. Clearing up confusion, stating the truth, developing a plan--and now, helping create a happy home.208 pages, Paperback
First published November 18, 2009
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October 24, 2017
I've got a couple of beefs with this book. This book is a little short trying to be longer than the material they have. They pad it with larger print, spacing, and more additional examples. They have a website listed constantly so you can print the worksheets, but www.getfinanciallynaked.com doesn't seem to work anymore. You can find one worksheet online under the authors website. Luckily, it's the best worksheet in the book! ...BUT if you're looking for having conversations with your partner then this is a really good place to start. Although do continue talking and reading books because this isn't really a great guide. It encourages your financial well being first, then you need to have conversations with your partner because you both deserve to know about your finances and future. The thing that makes this book worth it is a yes/no quiz that covers a ton of stuff, I've learned so much about myself just taking the quiz alone! Easy, fast read that has some good conversation starters. ~Ashley
http://www.moneyzen.com/books/get-fin... You can find the best worksheet here!
http://www.moneyzen.com/books/get-fin... You can find the best worksheet here!
March 23, 2017
A book about my two favorite topics, finance and naked :-) The book was ok, was geared strongly towards women (totally fine, you just can't tell quickly from the cover), and did have some good advice.
February 5, 2010
This is the exact time when we should all be aware of what money we have, and what are spending habits are. This book is a great tool at helping learn your financial beliefs. That is a key step is taking control over your finances.
The hardest part will be getting your partner to partake. Still try.
I thought the authors conveyed this information very well, complete with exercises that really make you think. I find this book very useful!
Even if you have mounds of money, and don't feel threatened, I still suggest you get a copy.
The hardest part will be getting your partner to partake. Still try.
I thought the authors conveyed this information very well, complete with exercises that really make you think. I find this book very useful!
Even if you have mounds of money, and don't feel threatened, I still suggest you get a copy.
May 8, 2018
Hokey, but helpful! It's a pretty good look at strategies for discussing and making decisions about money in a relationship, and the authors are very good at talking about the way personal histories and experiences influence attitudes toward money. They're also good at giving you a way to think constructively about those attitudes.
I don't think this is a book aimed at revealing secrets to most people: a lot of it is stuff you probably already know (though they are pretty detailed about why buying a house isn't always a financial panacea), but the book actually says that stuff explicitly. It makes you stop and think about it, which is helpful.
Kind of wished they'd either leaned into the innuendo or dropped it. The ratio was off.
I don't think this is a book aimed at revealing secrets to most people: a lot of it is stuff you probably already know (though they are pretty detailed about why buying a house isn't always a financial panacea), but the book actually says that stuff explicitly. It makes you stop and think about it, which is helpful.
Kind of wished they'd either leaned into the innuendo or dropped it. The ratio was off.
April 11, 2019
If talking about money makes you nervous, this book is for you
My favorite part of the book were the self examination questions about what you believe about money. I think conceptually it’s super helpful to acknowledge that whether single or partnered
My favorite part of the book were the self examination questions about what you believe about money. I think conceptually it’s super helpful to acknowledge that whether single or partnered
October 13, 2017
Small book but packed with useful information and helpful ways to discuss money issues with a partner. If you get easily overwhelmed by the topic, this is a good place to start....
October 16, 2013
Get Financially Naked is a basic finance book one of my friends wrote that can help you shed the layer of debt that is stopping you from living free, truly free.
For decades the world has seen us as the richest, most luxurious country. The place where dreams are made. But is it? The mindful spending and buying of luxury goods to feel good and pretend you are what you are not? The American dream was to have a McMansion, 2 cars and 2 kids. But most Americans don't spend time with their kids, don't own their homes, cars, designer bags or cool electronics. The "stuff" is on credit and makes them slaves to their bills. So many people are forced to work at jobs they didn't like to acquire more possessions or pay off the credit card bills accumulated. And is that luxury? The American Dream has become The American Scream. We are supposed to be the land of the free. So make yourself free of debt and be a true American. Be true to yourself. That is a real luxury!
This book gives some practical and truthful advice on living within your means and being happy and comfortable with it.
For decades the world has seen us as the richest, most luxurious country. The place where dreams are made. But is it? The mindful spending and buying of luxury goods to feel good and pretend you are what you are not? The American dream was to have a McMansion, 2 cars and 2 kids. But most Americans don't spend time with their kids, don't own their homes, cars, designer bags or cool electronics. The "stuff" is on credit and makes them slaves to their bills. So many people are forced to work at jobs they didn't like to acquire more possessions or pay off the credit card bills accumulated. And is that luxury? The American Dream has become The American Scream. We are supposed to be the land of the free. So make yourself free of debt and be a true American. Be true to yourself. That is a real luxury!
This book gives some practical and truthful advice on living within your means and being happy and comfortable with it.
July 13, 2013
A good introduction to very basic ideas. If it weren't for the big font, this book would have been less than 100 pages. There are some decent surveys to help you out but by no means is this book comprehensive enough to change your financial life. The book speaks to you in very basic terms as if every woman (yes, explicitly not targeted towards men) is a financial wreck despite saying in the beginning of the book that it is for "the business women with a business degree working in high finance". The aspect of the relationship was none existent. The main point can be summarized with, just talk about it before things get serious. If the conversation was going to be that simple, people wouldn't need guidance and certainly do not need books in this genre. The work sheets are nothing inspiring or insightful. Very disappointing for two authors who went to Harvard and hold CFA designations. There are way better financial books out there.
January 31, 2010
This is a great book for anyone struggling to talk finances with their spouse or loved one - or for anyone new to thinking about their money individually in a serious and organized way. The authors make figuring out your financial standing, goals and obstacles seem easy; tackling one small chunk at a time, you will quickly be able to see the whole picture of your finances and plan accordingly. I found, as I suspected, that my husband and I already have a very open dialogue when it comes to money but any concerns that I had about where we stood and where we were going have been eased. After reading this book I feel like I've picked up the reigns of my financial standing instead of letting it happen to me while I sit and wonder how we're doing.
April 15, 2012
I loved this book....and I like this one more than their other book. Mainly because I am more interested in fixing my own finances and I believe I need to get a handle on the why I am the way I am part and this book hit just that. Getting Financially Naked with myself is what I needed to understand my current situation and find the best practical methods to become financially strong again.
This was a lot like a workbook with all the questions to ask yourself. And it definitely is not just for couples.
This was a lot like a workbook with all the questions to ask yourself. And it definitely is not just for couples.
April 2, 2015
After reading On My Own Two Feet and loving it I was eager to read it's companion for couples. I think I was expecting a book that was truly for couples not a book for a woman to read and then take what she learned to her guy. I thought the book overall was ok but nothing all that special. Also, the website referenced often is no longer valid so that was disappointing.
June 6, 2013
I found this book incredibly helpful and only wished it had been a bit longer and had a bit more info. But it was great! I really liked the questions, the suggestions, and the how a lot of the advice was relevant even if you're single. I definitely want to read their other book now.
February 22, 2010
Not quite what I expected - it was much "fluffier" than I had anticipated. Probably more useful to a 20-something, newly-married or newly-engaged person than it was to me. YMMV.
July 12, 2012
had some good discussion points to discuss with your significant other
September 10, 2012
More of a handbook than I was expecting, but it was a quick read so I didn't mind too much.
March 9, 2013
Geared more for women in their early twenties, although I did appreciate some of the content covered in the section on investing. Quick read. Glad I checked it out from the library.
September 11, 2014
A very easy guide. It walking you through different aspects of personal finances for couples. Has lots of exercise to work through and suggestions on how to start money talks with your honey.
January 11, 2014
Despite being tailored to women, Get Financially Naked is a great book for men as well and for couples to read together. Or at least discuss after reading.
November 8, 2015
Good intro to couples talk about money, with scenarios for different relationship phases and financial scenarios.
April 29, 2017
I read Thakor's other book called "On My Own Two Feet: A Modern Girl's Guide to Personal Finance" before this one. This one should have been titled: "Remember My First Book? Yeah? Well Do Everything I Say In There- But Now With Your Partner."
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