On my own two feet a modern girl's guide to personal finance - Thakor, Manisha (Adams Media, 2007)
Includes index
Start saving now -- Use your credit cards wisely -- Understand credit scores -- Protect yourself with insurance -- Embrace budgeting basics -- Why invest? -- How to invest your savings -- Frequently asked investing questions -- Super-size your retirement savings -- Prioritize your financial plan -- Your home -- Your car -- Your income taxes -- Your heart & your money -- Time for action
Whether you've been living paycheck-to-paycheck, are trying to save for a down payment on your first home, or are hoping to one day retire in comfort, ON MY OWN TWO FEET can help. This succinct guide will teach you how to balance your desire to live well today with the need to save and invest for tomorrow. In this lively, no-nonsense financial primer you will learn: How much of your income to save; How to avoid the perils of credit card debt; How to create a budget you can live with (and still have fun!); How to invest wisely using a powerful, keep-it-simple plan; How to deal with real life si