Money for Couples: No More Stress. No More Fights. Just a 10-Step Plan to Create Your Rich Life Together.

by

Ramit Sethi

Should you read this book?

The best public reviews summarized for you.

Who is this book for?

  • Couples who are looking to improve their financial communication and management.
  • Individuals with a higher income who want to optimize their financial strategies.
  • People who enjoy a positive, psychology-based approach to personal finance.
  • Readers who are fans of Ramit Sethi's previous work or podcast.
  • Newlyweds or engaged couples planning their financial future together.

Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?

  • Individuals or couples struggling with significant debt or very low income.
  • People who prefer more traditional budgeting methods and detailed expense tracking.
  • Readers looking for advanced financial strategies beyond basic personal finance.
  • Those who already have a solid grasp on couple's finance management.
  • Individuals who prefer more practical, numbers-focused financial advice over psychological approaches.

Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book

  • Provides a 10-step plan for couples to manage money together
  • Offers practical advice on having frank money conversations
  • Includes helpful money planning templates and scripts for difficult discussions
  • Focuses on making money talks fun and connection-building for couples
  • Presents a refreshing perspective different from other financial gurus
  • Emphasizes the importance of defining and working towards a 'Rich Life'
  • Introduces the concept of a 'Conscious Spending Plan' instead of traditional budgeting
  • Provides insights into different money mindsets and how to work with them
  • Offers strategies for automating finances
  • Includes a section on teaching children about money

Things people didn't like as much about this book

  • May be more geared towards high-income couples
  • Some advice may not be suitable for those with significant debt
  • Reuses content from the author's podcast, which may be repetitive for some readers
  • Not as comprehensive as the author's previous book 'I Will Teach You to Be Rich'
  • Some readers found the advice on separate accounts and 'worry-free numbers' overcomplicated
  • The focus on psychology rather than practicality may not appeal to all readers
  • Monthly hour-long money meetings may seem time-consuming to some
  • Some readers disagreed with the author's negative stance on traditional budgeting
  • The book may feel less revolutionary for those already familiar with the author's work
  • Some readers found parts of the book difficult to get through or less engaging

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