I have enjoyed watching Jean Chatsky on TV and have all of her books, although this one is my favorite.

Jean writes in a way that appears as though she is sitting right there and talking to you like your best friend.

I also enjoy the audio version of this book and will play it while going about my household duties or in the car while picking up the kids.

Talking Money is very possibly the best personal finance book out there. I also recommend Jean Chatsky's newest book, "You Don't Have to Be Rich" and any other book by Chatsky that you can get your hands on.

Chatsky is the best!

This is not only the best financial book ever written by a female financial author, it is the b est personal finance book period.

You will learn how to buy a home the right way...without getting stuck with a "fixer-upper" (RE: Junk)

You will find the money to fund your childrens college education.

You will find out to how invest for profit.

You will find unique ways to save money and then powerful ways to invest it.

The attacks on Chatsky and comparisons with JBQ are getting old and tiresome. Chatsky is a certified financial advisor. Quinn is a writer. Besides, Chatsky's books actually leave the book racks (RE: They sell)

Talking Money is a good read. Highly recommended.

Having read over a hundred personal finance book, I wasn't sure if I could learn anything new and was hesitant about buying "Talking Money."

To the contrary, Chatsky offers unique advice. Most of the books I have found pretty much say the same thing only in a different way. "Talking Money" is different.

For example, I know a lot of people bought money market funds as the stock market started to slide during President Clintons last administration. But few people know the right kind of money market funds or the differences between them. Some people even bought money market accounts from banks thinking they were the same as a money market fund from a mutual fund company. Fortunately, Chatsky explains the difference and shows you what to shop for.

Her investment advice is also right on and timely but not too surprising, because unlike other female financial authors, Chatsky is qualified to write and teach this subject.

Her advice on how to buy cars the right way will save you thousands over a financial lifetime. Still paying maximum retail because you want "that new car smell" or "don't want somebodelses problems?" Read Chatsky and think again!

"Talking Money" is a good overall personal finance book. Not just for new people, but for anyone and certaintly a better choice than say "Making the Most of Your Money" by Quinn which I saw mentioned here and which is mostly fluff with outdated material.

Chatsky's book is current, compact and loaded with great information.

I also recommend Chatsky's newest book, "You Don't have to Be Rich" which offers a different perspective on wealth building "The Rich and Famous Money Book" also by Chatsky and "The Savage Truth on Money" by Terry Savage who is also qualified to write on the subject of money and offers powerful, pragmatic advice that actually works.

"Talking Money" is a good book and a must read for all interested in truly Making the Most out of There Money.

I became aware of Chatsky a few years ago when I read one of her excellent articles in Money Magazine.

By her own admission, this book is written in "6th grade math and plain English."

I suspect that the 1 star reviewers prefer to a more complicated but less effective treatise on financial management.

In Talking Money you will learn how to:

*Manage your money--and stop letting it manage you.

*Accurately track your expenses and discover where you can realistically save

*Start communicating clearly with your partner about money

*Get the best deals on everything from air fares to mortgages

*Plan for college and retirement by really understanding the
principles of investment, and investing in the right places

*Calculate how much insurance you need--and don't need

*Transfer money to your children and avoid estate taxes

Other advice includes the 5 questions to ask your credit card company and how to get the best deal on a home equity loan.

To the person who recommended Making the Most of Your Money by Quinn, I bought and read that book and found it mostly fluff. Jean Chatzky's book is much better. Easier to read and has advice that actually works.

Quinn's book is more applicable to people who like to read without purpose.

Talking Money is an excellent book. Highly recommended.

I have enjoyed watching Jean Chatzky on the Today Show for years. In fact, I worked with her on the show and have seen first hand how she prepares for her weekly segments. Believe me, it is not as easy as Jean makes it appear! This book deserves a spot on your bookshelf as it is a great daily reference guide to the world of personal finance. What I like best about the book is unlike other financial-oriented books, it is not boring and is loaded with Jean's witty personality. Jean has a knack for explaining complicated financial decisions simple to understand. My only question is: When is she releasing her next book? I am truly looking forward to it!