Grattitude

A Book Review

Faithful Finance

10 Secrets to move from Fearful Insecurity to Confident Control

By

Emily G. Stroud MBA, CFA

The author wrote her book in a style that puts one at ease as she often refers to the reader as friend.  She provides fundamental information on being good stewards of one’s financial blessings.  Her point of view is one of a Christian or biblical view along with financial basics. 

Each chapter is introduced with a scripture included to drive home her point.  She uses anecdotal stories of which some are personal to give examples of the material covered.  Also included are budget sheets and other resources and suggestions that will aid the reader in their own quest to become a good steward of their finances.  

I found that some of the information concerning Term Life Insurance was incorrect and that 35 year Term insurance is offered by some companies. However, this is still a fundamentally sound guide to get one started in the direction of financial stewardship.

Faithful Finance is a financial guide to managing your finances.  She covers Ten Secrets; one in each chapter as follows:

Secret #1: The Faithful Seek Out Wise Counsel

Secret #2: The Faithful Create a Budget and Build Up Cash Reserve

Secret #3: The Faithful Give Generously and Prayerfully

Secret #4: The Faithful Make a Savings Plan

Secret #5: The Faithful Manage Debt Carefully

Secret #6: The Faithful Insure Themselves against Disaster

Secret #7: The Faithful Invest Wisely in Real Estate

Secret #8: The Faithful Invest for Retirement

Secret #9: The Faithful Save for College

Secret #10: The Faithful Create as Estate Plan

I would recommend this book as a good read to help one learn about the fundamentals of personal finances.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Handlebar Marketing as part of their Book Review Blogger Program.  The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”