Kimberly Palmer, author of The Economy of You: Discover Your Inner Entrepreneur and Recession-Proof Your Life, was the senior money editor at US News & World Report for nine years. She is an adjunct professor at American University, where she teaches a course on mastering social media. She lives with her family, including two children, in the Washington, D.C., area. You can find her at kimberly-palmer.com.

"Her general points -- for example, that the spending and saving habits we develop in our 20s have a significant impact on our financial future -- are solid. And she is occasionally very witty." --The New York Times

"For every woman who has struggled with the concept of investing or groaned at the thought of retirement funds and college tuition." --Foreword Reviews

"Not only are Palmer's tips insightful and relatable, but she also provides clear, actionable steps...to help you become the financially savvy, and independent woman you want to be." --Wise Bread

"Excellent book...This invaluable resource does much more than fill a niche; it bridges a huge gap." --Publishers Weekly

..".empowers these women with stories, advice, and most of all recommendations on how to take charge of your money, no matter where you are in your life." --Small Business Trends

"Kimberly Palmer is a mom on a mission...she views attention to a family's finances as vital as that yearly checkup for kids." --U.S. News and World Report

..".no-nonsense, funny personal finance guide for moms offers wisdom for women in every life stage." --Financial Finesse

"No doubt about it: there's a lot to take away from reading Smart Mom, Rich Mom...packed with useable, reliable information and good advice." --Terri Schlichenmeyer, nationally syndicated columnist

..".offers a wealth of interesting stories, great research and practical tips for women, especially moms, on how to take control of their financial future." --Richer Life Lab

..".practical, insightful, thoughtful...unreservedly recommended reading for any mother (or father!) wanting to plan effectively for their family's financial future." --Midwest Book Review

"Even if the reader believed that financial savviness was out of her reach, this book will give her confidence to take a proactive approach to managing money immediately." --Portland Book Review

..".overflowing with hard-core advice on investing, career management, goal setting and retirement...addresses the unique financial concerns of almost all moms, whether they're working at home, outside the home or both." --Better Investing

Publisher: Amacom

Pub date: 2016-06-09

Length: 256 pages