Conscious Spending for Couples: Seven Skills for Financial Harmony (Paperback)

by Deborah Knuckey (Author) "Love and money. Romance and the ultimate romance killer..." (more)
Key Phrases: harmonious financial relationship, financial harmony, cash cushion, New York, Social Security, Conscious Couple (more...)

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"a perfect book for newlyweds or any couple mired in debate over whether to spend or save." (Bookpage, January 2003)

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Praise for CONSCIOUS SPENDING FOR COUPLES

"Deborah Knuckey’s book should be included in every couple’s wedding registry. Conscious Spending for Couples will help newlyweds, couples, and families to understand what is needed to be on top of their financial game plan, and gives easy, creative, and hands-on advice on how to work as a team to achieve financial success. She does an excellent job of showing why money is such a point of contention for many couples, yet provides plenty of anecdotes and solutions to help every couple find their financial bliss."
–Don M.

"Deborah Knuckey’s book helps couples deal with money in an emotionally intelligent way. She links critical communication skills with good money management in an inspiring, easy-to-read guide."
–John Gray, PhD
Author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus

"Conscious Spending for Couples is a must-read for couples who want to make their money work for them. This book shows readers how to use simple money management concepts to improve their financial well-being. In addition to financial advice, Conscious Spending for Couples addresses the emotional money issues that often keep couples from reaching their financial goals and enjoying their relationship."
–Kelvin Boston, host of PBS’s Moneywise and author of Smart Money Moves for African Americans

"Conscious Spending for Couples is a must-read for those pondering marriage, newlyweds who’ve already taken the plunge, and old fogies already sitting on the porch in rocking chairs. A powerful underlying message of Deborah Knuckey’s book is that respect between two people is necessary to have a functional relationship around money. She leaves no stone unturned, covering everything from why it’s important for couples to stay debt-free to how NOT to argue about money."
–Juliette Fairley, author of Cash in the City: Affording Manolos, Martinis, and Manicures on a Working Girl’s Salary

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Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (October 22, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471221406
• ISBN-13: 978-0471221401
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.3 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #489,854 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Required Reading for, November 8, 2002

By	Clifford S. Barney (Loudoun County, Virginia) - See all my reviews

One of the most meaningful books on finance I've ever read. Deborah Knuckey puts complex financial concepts within easy reach of readers of all backgrounds, while keeping the subject matter lively with real-world examples, humorous asides and just plain good advice. I wish I had read this book ten years ago!

Like many people, I have found that while my personal finance was in check, I have had trouble "sharing" money in a relationship. Agreeing how money is to be spent and how it should be handled is one of the most common sources of friction between couples. This book addresses the very real challenge facing people when deciding to share not only their lives, but their money.

Ms. Knuckey clearly explains how people's view on money differs according to their background, education and personalities. Without preaching specific financial advice, her book outlines the most common problems that couples face when handling money together, and some suggested ways in which to mediate, compromise and agree upon mutually beneficial financial strategies.

Buy this book for the new couple in your life. They'll thank you for it later!

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wish I'd read this years ago, November 6, 2002

By A Customer

This book could have saved my first marriage. This time around, my new husband and I are determined to get it right, and we both started reading this last week and doing the exercises - great stuff!

Who would have thought that talking about money can make us closer? This book shows that money doesn't have to be a source of conflict, and we are now developing a financial plan based on our life goals - to grow old together in comfort. The author also offers some great ideas about how to manage the biggest costs in our lives: our house and our cars. A MUST READ!

4 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Engaging personal finance tome, November 11, 2002

By A Customer

Everyone knows that couples fight about money but it's still hard to stop. Ms. Knuckey offers strategies to manage the "family" finances without coming to blows. Her advice is sound and understandable. I recommend this book to new couples and those who have been together for a while.