Money and Marriage: A Complete Guide for Engaged and Newly Married Couples - Softcover

Bell, Matt

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1615215611 ISBN 13: 9781615215614

Publisher: NavPress, 2011

Synopsis

For richer or poorer . . .
Newlywed couples quickly discover that money is a big deal in their new lives together. Conversations about money can all too easily turn into arguments about spending habits, credit card debt, and when to make major purchases. Getting on the same page financially is essential; research has shown that the more frequently a couple fights about finances, the more likely they are to divorce.

So how do you as an engaged or newly married couple work as a team when dealing with money? Financial expert Matt Bell shows you the way. This book will help you make the most of each other’s financial strengths, teaching you how to work together to build a solid financial future. Through a ten-step action plan, you’ll learn how to prioritize goals, get out of debt, build savings, invest wisely, buy a house, and much more—all in a way that minimizes stress and maximizes unity. With this essential guide, you’ll avoid common pitfalls and place yourselves on the path to financial success.

About this title

About the Author

MATT BELL is a personal finance expert whose previous books include Money, Purpose, Joy and Money Strategies for Tough Times. He leads workshops throughout the country; has been featured in major media such as USA TODAY, U.S. News & World Report, and WGN-TV; and writes the MattAboutMoney.com blog.

From the Back Cover

Newlywed couples quickly discover that money is a big deal in their new lives together. Conversations about money can all too easily turn into arguments about spending habits, credit card debt, and when to make major purchases. Getting on the same financial page is essential because research has shown that the more frequently a couple fights about finances, the more likely they are to divorce. So how do you as an engaged or newly married couple work as a team when dealing with money?

Financial expert Matt Bell shows you the way. This book will help you make the most of each other s financial strengths, teaching you how to work together to build a solid financial future. Through a ten-step action plan, you ll learn how to prioritize goals, get out of debt, build savings, invest wisely, buy a house, and much more all in a way that minimizes stress and maximizes unity. With this essential guide, you ll avoid the pitfalls and place yourselves on the path to financial success.

Edition details

• Publisher: NavPress
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1615215611
• ISBN 13: 9781615215614
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 224