Kathleen M. Rehl

Wise Women Managing Money

Work, Money & Leadership

“Miriam Neff's latest book, Wise Women Managing Money, continues to expand her important ministry to women of all generations. Coauthored with her daughter, Valerie Neff Hogan, the book is a good introduction to help women be more confident and understand their money matters. The authors speak from biblical foundations, introducing women to core fundamentals about money and money management. The book's tone is encouraging, and it's written in everyday language—often with a sense of humor. I appreciated the 'thinking it over' sections with suggested activities for readers. The 'Valerie Says' and 'Miriam Says' sections often present personal stories that help to clarify certain money concepts. Their book includes an insightful section on legacy giving, which is often overlooked in other texts about money. That nicely extends typical estate planning information. It's a quick, compelling, and uncomplicated read. I believe this may be a good book for study groups hosted by Christian churches and organizations that want to assist women. Indeed, I wouldn't be surprised to see a short guide prepared for these groups in the future.”