4 the LOVE of BOOKS: Money & Marriage by Matt Bell

Monday, March 21, 2011

Money & Marriage by Matt Bell

If you want a book that will tell you in a simple way how to manage your money then Matt has you covered in his book Money & Marriage. Bell takes you to the marriage side of the coin because money is the common source of disagreements in a marriage with each person coming into marriage with different preconceived idea of how it has always been done. Therefore there is bound to be conflict in a marriage.

Different Perspectives = Conflict

Bell helps the reader find timeless truths about money from a Biblical perspective. This book has a wealth of information in it. This book is good for even a single person that is interested in better managing his/her money. There are questions to think about and discuss and there are even worksheets provided to fill out and help the reader as they endeavor to use their money wisely.

In part 1 of the book, Bell helps the reader to decode their financial DNA.
Part 2, Bell gives a 10-Step action plan to financial success.
And in the final section, part 3, the author covers financial oneness

This was such a wonderful book on Money. Bell has provided the reader with lots of information. To truly comprehend it all one must take their time in reading this book. However, it is written to be understood, very easy. I do think that any new couple planning on getting married should work through this book together.

Money & Marriage: A Complete Guide for Engaged or Newly Married Couples

In this thorough and practical guide, financial expert Matt Bell helps engaged and newly married couples navigate the merger of habits, flaws, and attitudes about money so two can truly become one.

His writing is full of helpful advice, Scripture, and practical steps to gaining financial freedom together as a couple. Learn to use money in a way that minimizes disputes and maximizes marital happiness.

Matt began his career as a radio journalist, with his work featured on National Public Radio, the NBC Radio Network, and several other networks. His reporting earned national awards from the Society of Professional Journalists and United Press International.

Today, Matt is a full-time personal finance writer and speaker. He is the author of two books: "Money, Purpose, Joy" (September 2008) and "Money Strategies for Tough Times" (April 2009), both by NavPress. Matt has been quoted in USA TODAY, U.S. News and World Report, the Chicago Tribune, and Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine, has written for ChristianityToday.com, and has been a guest on WGN-TV and several nationally syndicated radio talk shows.

Matt holds a Master's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from DePaul University, where he wrote a thesis about the emergence of America's consumer culture and its influence on people's beliefs and behaviors.

Matt lives with his wife and their three young children in the Chicago area. Visit his website and blog at www.mattaboutmoney.com

Matt Bell's (a.k.a Matt About Money) Money & Marriage has just released (NAVPress) and is a great resource for engaged or newly married couples.

Matt says about the book, “I wrote “Money & Marriage” because I believe in marriage. I’m sure it isn’t news to you that money is a very common source of stress between spouses. It’s even a primary factor in many divorces. I wrote this book with no less of a goal than to save many marriages from disaster, and to help all couples use money in a way that strengthens their relationship and increases their joy.”

To celebrate Matt has put together a Nest Egg Giveaway with a prize package worth over $250!

One winner will receive:

•    A Free 1 Hour Financial Session
•    A $100 Visa Cash Card
•    A signed copy of Matt’s Money, Purpose, Joy and Money Strategies for Tough Times

To enter just click one of the icons below. Then tell your friends. And hurry - the contest ends April 11th. The winner will be announced on Matt's blog on April 13th.