Buy What You Love Without Going Broke - by Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

A relatable personal finance guide that gives a fresh take on how to control your impulse spending so you can stick to a budget and pay off debt, without the guilt and shame of traditional financial advice--from the hosts of the beloved Frugal Friends podcast.

There's a lot of noise out there about how to spend (and not spend) your hard-earned money. But what if you made financial decisions based on what you value--instead of what others are telling you to value?

This is the empowering approach Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni, hosts of the Frugal Friends podcast, want you to take to improve your spending habits. They believe you can value anything (yes, anything!), whether that's a daily latte, fancy dinners out, or vacations. But, despite what social media is saying, you don't value everything.

The Frugal Friends' wisdom comes from personal experience: Jen paid off $78,000 of debt in two years without a six-figure income, while Jill has a background in social work and downsized to an RV to pay off student loans. Together, their advice is both relatable and actionable.

In their debut book, they share a plan for sifting through what's not important to find the things you truly love spending money on. You'll learn how to

Analyze your current spending and identify what you valuePrioritize your values when you can't afford everythingIdentify the root causes of your impulse spendingMake your habit changes stick long-term

From credit card and student loan debt to the rising costs of childcare and homes; it has never been more important to get control of your spending. Jen and Jill show you how to do it in a way that's healthy, not shameful, while exploring topics like overconsumption, self-worth, and the insidious history behind our consumption-obsessed culture.

If you want to reach your goals and feel good about your finances, Buy What You Love Without Going Broke offers a holistic approach to reshape the way you think about spending money.

Review Quotes

"Jen and Jill are paving the way for women who want to win with money without opting out of consumption altogether." -- Vivian Tu (@your.richbff), New York Times bestselling author of Rich AF

"This book is for anyone who's ever felt guilty about their spending habits, or anyone who's struggled with sticking to a budget. Jen and Jill will empower you to take control of your financial situation (without shame or restriction) in their one-of-a-kind approach to money management." -- Jean Chatzky, New York Times bestselling author and CEO of HerMoney

"Smith and Sirianni offer shame-free financial advice that gives readers what they really need: practical tips for building real financial skills while still giving ourselves permission to enjoy our lives. I recommend this for anyone that needs a new and empowering perspective on gentle financial skill building." -- KC Davis, LPC, bestselling author of How to Keep House While Drowning

"Jen and Jill bridge the gap between theory and practice. Buy What You Love Without Going Broke is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their spending habits with more empathy and less judgment." -- Carleigh Bodrug, two-time New York Times bestselling author of PlantYou

"Finally, the money book you've been waiting for. Buy what you want, but first you'll learn how to decide what you want, what matters to you, and how to align your spending with your values. Less budget, more heart." -- Courtney Carver, author of Gentle and Soulful Simplicity

"A refreshing, holistic approach to personal finance! By focusing on the psychology of spending--rather than just budgets or clipping coupons--Jen and Jill bring the joy back into saving money and getting the most from it."
-- Francine Jay, author of Lightly and The Joy of Less

"Holistic and empowering. Readers are sure to cherish this title's authenticity, action steps, and key takeaways." -- Library Journal