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Sheryl Garrett

Auteur van Personal Finance Workbook For Dummies

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This book has been the MOST valuable book on cohabitation (more specifically, domestic partnership) that I have come across. It is exactly what I wanted in that it basically does a side-by-side comparison of all the financial and legal differences between marriage and domestic partnership. Even though it is nearly 15 years old, I actually ended up taking notes because there is so much valuable and translatable information that’s covered. I also love that this book is extremely progressive - not only covering your average 20 or 30-something heterosexual couple, but also senior couples, and same-sex couples.

The book lays out insurance, shared expenses and finances, shared possessions, retirement planning, end of life planning, children, breakup contingencies, and a lot more. It breaks down where planning may differ between different types of couples, gives loads of examples, and provides many other resources for continued research.

The best thing about this book is that it uses common language so you don’t need any expertise to understand what is being explained. My favorite part of the book is how it addresses hangups about domestic partnerships and domestic partnership agreements - basically saying they’re no less valuable than a traditional marriage and prenup.

I would love if this book got updated to cover today’s legal and economic state of things. If it ever is, I’ll be the first in line to buy a copy!
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H4ppyN3rd | Oct 6, 2020 |
A very good overview and guide to personal finances and investing. Very informative. Covers retirement, SS and long term care. Packed with information.
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rcalbright | Sep 6, 2017 |
A very quick read that's basically a Cliff's Notes of personal finance. It includes several worksheets that weren't of much benefit to me. Some were down right ridiculous. They had you doing basic multiplication and subtraction of three or four numbers. Do we really need a worksheet for that? Some were worksheets for making a simple list of five to seven items. I mean, really.

I shouldn't be too critical. I recognize that the book is a Dummies book and I have no doubt that for someone who is totally oblivious to personal finance, this would likely be very helpful. I didn't fall into that category. I borrowed this book because it had some info on two specific topics - the best order for investment vehicles (401k, then Roth IRA, then After-tax investments, etc.) and some info on Medicare for my mother-in-law. I also picked up a decent tidbit on making an emergency contact list and some thoughts on appropriate insurance coverages. All in all, it wasn't a waste of time for me.

If you're new to personal finance, give it a whirl. You'll probably enjoy it's easy flow and simple worksheets. You could accomplish a lot with this book if you're starting from zero. If you've read several books on the topic like I have, save your cash.
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