Expecting Money: The Essential Financial Plan for New and Growing Families (Paperback)

by Erica Sandberg (Author)
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Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly
Starred Review. In her introduction, certified credit counselor Sandberg writes, When I became pregnant with my daughter Lillian, I was caught off-guard by how little I—someone who has been in the personal finance field for over a decade—knew about the monetary aspects of pregnancy and new parenthood. This book is Sandberg's response to that uncertainty, a compilation of the advice that she craved for herself. Sandberg opens with familiar chapters like The Meaning of Money and The Dangers of Debt that prepare readers for an uncluttered financial picture going into familyhood. The different needs of different families are addressed in chapters like On the Double: Partner Issues and On Your Own: Single Solutions. Most valuable of all, Sandberg costs out what new parents need to spend on the average (U.S.) baby's clothing, child care and other basic needs, even going so far as to compare the costs for different birthing options. Later she compares types of day care and analyzes different ways of meeting long-term needs. These concrete details are what make this book most valuable and helpful for new parents who need real numbers and facts to plan out their family's financial future. (Jan.)
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“Wonderful! A must-read for new parents.” —Glinda Bridgforth, founder of Bridgforth Financial and author, Girl, Get Your Credit Straight!

“Nothing makes a person get serious about money like having a baby. Suddenly you have someone counting on you, and you have all kinds of new financial decisions to make. Expecting Money is essential for anyone expecting or raising children.” —Sally Herigstad, CPA and author, Help! I Can’t Pay My Bills

“Expecting Money dispels the myth that one has to be rich to attain financial security. Erica’s personal experiences with her own family along with her professional expertise as a renowned finance authority make Expecting Money a practical, insightful must-read for all couples and parents.” —Betty T. Yee, Chairwoman, California State Board of Equalization

“I highly recommend Expecting Money. Use it to take an enormous step closer to creating a practical financial plan that works for you and your family.” —Romanus Wolter, The Kick Start Guy, Author, Speaker, Entrepreneur magazine’s Success Coach

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Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Kaplan Publishing (January 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1427795940
• ISBN-13: 978-1427795946
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #241,320 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely helpful- and easy to understand, March 25, 2008

By	Melissa Johnson "humor writer" (san diego ca usa) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book includes every aspect of finance that couples face. I am expecting my first baby in June and am so glad I did this review before my baby is born- I am going to avoid some unexpected problems! Erica's writing style is really easy to understand, unlike a lot of financial books, and her own experience really comes through. The worksheets are easy to complete, and again, make the picture a lot clearer!

5.0 out of 5 stars A must for all expecting parents, December 30, 2008

By	L. Clifford "cat lover" (Walnut Creek, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought several of these books and include one with whatever standard baby shower gift I give and I have always received very positive feedback. Just like with getting married, people get caught up in the wedding and not the marriage and with babies people think about warm cuddly bundles of joy and not the huge financial drain and strain they bring with them. This book is a gentle reminder and practical guide to help new parents and parents to be get on solid footing. Brava to Ms. Sandberg for shining a light on a subject that most prospective parents don't think about enough.

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential book for couples expecting a kid, August 28, 2008

By	WordLover (San Francisco, CA USA) - See all my reviews

Although it's less charming than a piggy bank or sterling silver baby spoon, this book is now the gift I'll be giving to friends when they have a child. It covers every element of what new parents have to think about to plan a secure financial present and future for their family.