Personal finance
Title:
Personal finance
ISBN:
9781410317674
Physical Description:
1 online resource (xiii, 394 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).
Contents:
Personal decision making and shopping -- Common concerns -- How to pay for everyday purchases -- Why people go into debt -- Types of loans -- Sources of loans -- Too much debt -- Saving and investing money -- Reasons for saving and investing -- Types of investment and savings options -- Insurance and government protection -- Types of insurance -- Government insurance and protection programs.
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Summary:
This book guides readers in making prudent decisions about spending, saving, and borrowing, walking them through major life events, such as buying or renting a home, purchasing or leasing a car, and saving for college and retirement. It also offers practical guidance about purchasing insurance, applying for government benefits, and being an informed consumer.
