Probably one of the best finance books I've ever read--sublimely actionable and perfectly poised to meet the moment of the current financial needs of millennials and gen z. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance copy.

What an incredibly helpful book and a novel approach to finance. If you complete the exercises, I really think you will make true progress in a way you have not before. It changes my mindset in a way I needed and helped me discover what really matters to me so I can prioritize and say no to what is not important. Very much recommend. .

It’s always smart to work off a budget and develop ways to save money, but often hard to identify why you may be overspending in certain categories. This books dives into several simple but effective strategies for identifying how to understand where your individual spending habits are meaningful, and where they may not be (and an opportunity to cut). I wouldn’t say this information was new to me, but rather something I practice frequently after working through student loans and saving for a house in my 20’s. This would be a good book to recommend to a recent grad!

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an advance copy of this book.

Some good budgeting tips, especially for those who want to enjoy things but don't want to derail their better financial habits and planning.

(I received a free digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review)

From the title and description, I really thought going into it that this book would take a very different approach to the traditional budgeing model. I was slightly disappointed as the content really was just basically a classic overiew of budgeting and making financial choices. I felt overall like it was just like many other personal finance books I've read.

Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this eARC.

Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni, hosts of the popular Frugal Friends podcast, bring their practical wisdom and relatable advice to the pages of “Buy What You Love Without Going Broke.” This personal finance guide offers a refreshing take on managing money, focusing on changing your spending habits without the guilt and shame frequently associated with traditional financial advice.

This book is structured around the idea that financial freedom doesn’t mean deprivation. Instead, Smith and Sirianni advocate for mindful spending—prioritizing what truly brings joy and cutting out the rest.

This book introduced the “Joyful Spending Plan,” which encourages readers to identify their core values and align their spending accordingly. This approach shifts the focus from what you can’t have to what you truly value, making budgeting a more positive experience.

Smith and Sirianni’s writing is engaging and accessible, filled with personal anecdotes and practical tips. Their conversational style makes complex financial concepts easy to understand and apply.

“Buy What You Love Without Going Broke” is particularly relevant in today’s consumer-driven society, where the pressure to spend can be overwhelming. The authors’ emphasis on guilt-free, value-based spending is a refreshing change from the often punitive tone of financial advice.

Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni have crafted a personal finance guide that is both practical and inspiring. “Buy What You Love Without Going Broke” offers a balanced approach to money management, emphasizing joy and mindfulness over restriction and guilt.

This book is a must-read for anyone looking to transform their spending habits and achieve financial freedom without sacrificing the things they love.

This was a good book. It was not the most unique book ever. But I think people could really use this book in their life.

With the ever rising cost of goods, proliferation of marketing, and further and further reach to afford a home, approaching financial literacy and steps toward financial wellness can often feel impossibly out of reach. I felt that this book does a great job of exploring incremental ways to take action toward a better financial future while eschewing some of the more common easy fixes of no more coffees, less avocado toast, etc. The action plans in particular present low risk and low effort ways to tackle such a menacing idea and I think it will help many people feel comfort and empowered to build their future

Decent information. Nothing new.
Thanks to author, publisher and Netgalley for the chance to read this book. While I got the book for free it had no bearing on the rating I gave it.

'Buy What You Love Without Going Broke' gives fresh perspective to the concept of money saving. Typically, there's a lot of shame associated with the idea, but this book allows the saver to prioritize their values and needs. Stripping away the emotional connotation of good and bad behaviors, identifying why we spend money in the ways that we choose to really is crucial and I will definitely be utilizing the core concepts of this book with my own spending patterns.

This was the book I knew I needed to read. It cleared up a lot of misconceptions about why I'm 'bad' with saving money and extra 'good' at spending what I don't have! I enjoyed the dual points of view from each author. I immediately went to their Instagram and I'm a new fan! I have already told some friends that struggle with budgets and overspending about this gem of a book. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC. I understand more about my behaviors and patterns surrounding money now.