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This Book will save you a lot of money. Are you tired of making more money and still not being able to enjoy the things you want? Do you need less stress in you daily life? Are you struggling to afford vacations without going into debt? Do you have a house full of "things" but still seem to need more?

Then this book was written for you. You will learn how a few simple changes can save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars every year. How to travel for free or at reduced rates. Which insurance coverages are critical to have and which ones could be a waste of money. What you need to know about banking that can save you time, money and aggravation. ... Read more

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Quick,easy read
The book was well thought out.It was extremely organized,a quick read with useful information.The author put's in writing what we have heard before but never act upon.I have already put to use some of her idea's and have saved money.

Pay Less For More
First time author, Doris Spears, shares her insight on living the better life without sacrificing quality. For either the savvy investor or cost conscience consumer, Ms. Spears, provides tips from buying clothes to cars, from dining out to traveling the world and from investment strategies to real estate purchases. Don't let the small price fool you, this book has something for eveyone. Buying this book is your first step towards Living Better for Less!

Simple but Solid!
This book brings us back to simple but very basic ideas. If you handle things once at the right time, it saves you time money and energy. I like the fact that it's written simply- it's an easy read but very effective. I even gave one to two of my daughters who are 18 and 20. It's never too early to start out right. My thanks to the author for bringing us back to basics! ... Read more

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Esta obra ofrece un mtodo para alcanzar la prosperidad integral; prosperidad con satisfaccin personal. Partiendo de una lista de principios eternos para manejar efectivamente las finanzas.

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GREAT BOOK!!!
This is an all around GREAT basic guide to feeding a family. I'm a professional mom who has relied too many years on eating out and convenience foods due to lack of time and picky eaters. Other cookbooks I tried were filled with recipes my family didn't like and ingredients that were sometimes hard to find. Most everything in THIS book, my family WILL eat and I CAN cook, plus there is the money saving feature. There are plenty of good ideas to answer that nagging question of what to cook. I made a shopping checklist on my computer based on the pantry item list in the introduction of the book. The shopping list helps me insure that I will most likely have on hand whatever I need for last minute cooking needs.
Since the book covers everything the authors feed their family, a few extremely basic recipes are properly included; but this is not the rule and definitely not a reason to discredit the book.

Wife and mother of three Disappointed
This is only a recipe book. I have been a parent for ten years and know most of these tips by heart, and could add to the repertoire! Families interested in saving money more than likely already eat these foods, shop at discount grocers and cook with inexpensive ingredients. For those interested in a book on saving money in the kitchen, this is not the book.

Waste of time and money! Don't bother!
I was surprised this book even got published. It is way overpriced and altogether a disappointment. It was more of a "very" basic recipe book than how to save money on food. Mary Hunt's "How to be a Cheapskate" had tons of ideas how to save money on food and cut cost. If you want to save money or get ideas get Mary Hunt's book-don't bother with this one.

Stupidest waste of money ever published
This books should be called "I want an alternate income to support my family, so I wrote a book!". The recipes are too simplistic, not to mention questionably balanced. The author appears to rely heavily on convenience foods rather than real meals and the shopping list prices for this consumer are questionable. I don't know where she's shopping at, but at those prices, the store won't be open long!

Horrible book -- don't waste your money.

A Remarkable Story & Guide to Saving Money in the Kitchen!
I first read about this family in a women's magazine. There have been some disappointing reviews written in regards to this book but I have to stand up and say congratulations to this brave family! I enjoy collecting cookbooks on frugal cooking. This, I must say, was one of the best. Other frugal cookbooks have recipes that must be improvised in order to make a good recipe, have recipes repeated in their menus either too often to appeal, or plan unhealthy menus. I am not a health food junky nor a meat-and-potatoes-nightly mom! This book finds a healthy balance between both worlds. That is what I especially appreciate. In regards to including simple recipes, it is astonishing how many young families do not know how to cook at all. While some recipes may seem too simple for those who are experienced in the kitchen, including these is a must for those just starting at an entry level with a desire to save money. I have a family of six and have been cooking frugally for years. Having new recipes to include in our meal planning is a joy. I also commend this family for taking on a large family and evening putting away money for higher learning. Their basic, simple approach may seem simplistic to those who are involved in the world of living simply, but their desire to share their lifestyle with others in the hope of aiding others is commendable. I highly recommend their book. My family has found all of their recipes very delicious. And yes, you will definitely feed a large family for $50 a week. In fact, I plan to send a copy back to college with my son. Just think how long a college student can stretch that $50 cooking just for himself! ... Read more

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Very Useful Book
No doubt, a very useful guide to methods of financing a college education. Also check out "WEST POINT", by Norman Thomas Remick, which clues you in about West Point, the college at which everyone is there on full scholarship paid by the government.

The best book ever written about saving for college!
This book unlocks the secrets of saving for college like the 401k plan did for saving for retirement. A real must for all families to understand. Makes a great present.

A fantastic summary of 529 plans
This book should be read by anyone planning to send a child to college.After reading this book, I started college savings accounts for my daughterin New York and New Hampshire. This is definitely the "sleeper" tax break which everyone should know about. Forget the pitiful Education IRA. The 529 plans are where it's at!!

Terrific guide to a new way to save for college.
Highly recommended. This is the first comprehensive analysis that I've seen of an extremely important and relatively new way to save on a tax-deferred basis for your children's or grandchildren's college expenses. It's well-written, comprehensive, and objective, and it gave me enough data to make an informed decision. Before I opened the book, I had researched New York's plan through another source; I was delighted to see the discussion in this book present all of the plan's features (pro and con) that I had discovered--and more.

I haven't met the author (Joseph Hurley). But when I e-mailed a question to him at the address published in the book, I received a thorough and helpful answer later the same day. That's great service from the author of an exceptionally valuable guide. ... Read more

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In this book Ron and Judy Blue offer a framework through which couples can successfully communicate about their finances, and they specifically address some of the most common money-related conflicts, providing practical advice and valuable tools couples can use to strengthen their marriages and secure their financial future. ... Read more

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Pearls to Believers
This an excellent book for couples to work through the challenges that money and marriage usually bring. Especially helpful in developing a purpose for your marriage for those believing couples that want to not only grow in their marriage but in their walk with the Lord.

Useful questionnaire included to inspire communication on various levels and subjects.

God! This was terrible
This book was a big disappointment. It turned out to be a Christian-based approach to money management that was not mentioned in the editorial. I hated it. ... Read more

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It's easy to get a credit card-which means it's just as easy to rack up a ton of debt. But paying off these debts doesn't have to begin with a trip to the credit counselor. There are plenty of ways in which someone can lessen their debt on their own-they just need to learn how to break the vicious credit cycle. fastread Getting Out of Debt teaches just that.

If you're tired of living from paycheck to paycheck, fastread Getting Out of Debt is the book for you. It shows:

The importance of creating and maintaining a budget

Ways to acquire additional income

How to keep credit card debt manageable

How to obtain, read, and understand a credit report

Most importantly, once that debt-free milestone is achieved, it shows how to avoid accruing debt again. Start paving the way toward financial security with the help of fastread Getting Out of Debt. ... Read more

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Personal finance is not something they teach in school. Most of us learn by trial and error and unfortunately some lessons come at a big cost. Whether you're trying to sort out the nuances of term life insurance, figure out the true cost of a loan, or a select a new credit card, Alfred and Emily Glossbrenner's Smart Guide to Managing Personal Finance offers a painless lesson about money that you can take to the bank. Unlike other personal-finance books, theirs doesn't recommend setting and maintaining a strict budget, but they do advocate making a list of all your expenses and considering small adjustments to your "money lifestyle" that can wind up saving you thousands. The authors also cover topics such as how to choose a bank, buying and leasing a car, investing, and estate planning. --Harry C. Edwards ... Read more

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Credit applications are a dime a dozen. Unfortunately, the easy access to credit has led many into deep debt without any idea on how to get out. Debt-Free Living has the solution. This updated bestseller now comes with the Snap-Shot God CD-ROM, a powerful tool that creates a customized plan to help anyone get out of debt. ... Read more

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Good, if you can wade through the fluff
I had few problems with the main crux(es) of this book, but not based on the bitterness that reviewer Beth obviously has. The book proposes broad underlying principles which, if followed, will definitely leave a person/family in a far superior position than they would otherwise enjoy. I would ask reviewers that criticize the book for its inapplicability if they consistently violate some of the principles it espouses and if perhaps this just might have some bearing on their present financial condition. I don't speak from a position of having arrived at a place of superiority; being presently deep in debt, my finances represent the antithesis of the principals promoted by Mr. Burkett. The book has merely allowed me to see some of the errors in my thinking that has led me into making the bad decisions that resulted in my indebtedness, and I'm now on the way out.

The form of the book is its downfall - hoaky, irritating stories of couples with financial problems comprise the bulk of the material. Sometimes, these real-life stories can be helpful, but I think much of this could have been kept to a minimum. Mr. Burkett seems to have "padded" the book in this way to make what could have been a book half its size more meaty. But overall, a good read with Biblical principals, although I'm still a little skepital about the controversy of the "tithe".

Solid Information
This book is written from a Biblical perspective and non believers will find it hard to follow Larry Burkett's advice to tithe (give away 10% of your income to church or charity), one of the most important secrets for achieving financial independence. It also has a wealth (!) of information for people who are close to caling it quits before deciding on bankruptcy. And to the reviewers who found the stories corny, I can only say that any of these scenarios could easily happen to anybody who is less than savvy about their finances (80% of the general population?). I didn't give this book 5* because I wished there had been more information on how to whittle away at credit debt, and some of the optimal housing costs recommended totally ignore the reality for people living on the Northeast coast of the US (The West Coast proably, too!).

Must-have reference book!
Money. Is there a way to escape dealing with its hold on us? Only with God's help, and Burkett succinctly demonstrates and explains God's financial plan and how He expects us to approach money management.

Burkett, founder and president of Christian Financial Concepts, provides a thorough line by line guidebook to eliminating debt-all debt.

He shows us real life examples of couples who have come to him for counseling, (some so extreme that you would think there was absolutely no hope) and by applying God's principles brought them back to peace with God and their finances.

This book is a must-have reference book for those who are interested in studying God's view on money management or those who hope to counsel others.

--- reviewed by Robin Rider for Christian Bookshelf

Don't waste your money! no advice worthwhile here
Unfortunately for me I actually bought this book. It [bites], just like their website crown dot org. They don't give good advice about how to get out of debt, not at all... they just admonish people who are IN debt. I have a friend who's written a really good book about getting out of debt... sensible, easy to follow information. It's called "Debt Free - One Paycheck at a Time". Look for it on her website called onepaycheckatatime dot com, but since I'm building her website (for free) it won't be up until mid January. Too bad, her course is great! I'm doing it now and very grateful that she took the time to write it. But THIS book by Larry Burkett stinks. I am going to take it back to the Christian book store where I bought it and ask for my money back. Make a note of Kim's website, when it is 'up' and you can buy the book, you'll be glad you did. It will be worth whatever she's gonna charge for it. 19.95 I think.
Seriously. I get no funds from her sales. I just know she knows what she's talking about.

Don't Waste Your Time - Really Bad
While there are a few good principles in this book, it is nothing more than a bunch of scare tactics about how 3 couples got into tremendous financial hardship. The title of the book suggested something far different than what the actual content was. Hearing about how a couple got married without telling anyone and had no job and struggled financially is such an elementary and incredibly dull story. Of course you'll struggle financially if you don't prepare and live below your means. How this book sold over 150,000 copies is beyond me. I could honestly write a better book than this. There is VERY LITTLE instruction on practical things to do to enjoy debt-free living, which is why I got the book. Nothing more than 3 worst-case scenarios, which went on and on and on. Whoever wrote the review that this was the best financial planning book they've ever read has never read another financial planning book. It's that simple. A great alternative book would be The Richest Man in Babylon. If you can deal with the old English style of writing, you'll love it! ... Read more

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An engaging back-to-the-basics approach to financial freedom. ... Read more

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Is your home the enemy of your budget and the secret ally of your fuel supplier? Fuel conservation does not have to equal discomfort.Learn how to stay warm and keep your fuel budget at or below last year's level with the 547 money- and energy-saving tips in this book.For example, set your thermostat back just one degree and save.Clean your furnace and cut your heating bills by up to 10%. Thorough insulation can save up to 50% on winter fuel bills.The rising costs and shortages of oil, gasoline, natural gas, and electricity are front-page news.The New York Times (September 11, 2000) says that the energy problem is "broad and national." Consumers can either get their sweaters out or defend themselves against rising fuel costs this winter by following the advice in 547 Ways to Be Fuel Smart. ... Read more

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Don't bother if you're an American!
This book is all but useless to residents of the US looking for good information about moving to Italy. The book is mostly for residents of EU countries, England most specifically. Altho there are a few items of general interest, and some mention of things pertaining to US citizens, I think it would be a waste of money for anyone who needs serious, current advice. Please note the the 2 favorable reviews are from people who are not US citizens. Save your money!

BUYING A HOME IN ITALY
A MUST-HAVE BOOK IF YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT THE PITFALLS AS WELL AS THE PLEASURES OF HAVING A HOME IN ITALY - THERE IS AN INCREDIBLE AMOUNT OF INFORMATION, PRESENTED IN A PLEASANT AND ACCESSIBLE STYLE. WONDERFUL VALUE!

italian home buying details revealed
an informative book which unravels the mysteries of setting up home in italy. the book does not romanticise the aspects of venturing into the italian real estate market, nor does it dissuade the reader from pursuing the venture any farther. rather, the book provides an objective and practical guide to house buying in italy. it also has helpful information about everyday living in italy such as setting up a bank account. i have read several books on the subject and recommend this book thoroughly. (i also recommend victoria pybus's "living and working in italy".) ... Read more