{"product_id":"personal-finance-workbook-for-dummies-isbn-9781118106259","title":"Personal Finance Workbook For Dummies","description":"\u003cb\u003eHands-on tools and strategies to boost your financial fitness\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003eFrom analyzing assets to planning for retirement, this new edition of \u003ci\u003ePersonal Finance Workbook For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e gives you the information and resources you need to get your finances under control.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePersonal Finance Workbook For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e walks you through a private financial counseling session, using worksheets, checklists, and formulas for assessing financial health, providing for day-to-day financial management, making wise financial decisions, and investing for financial growth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAddresses the latest changes in tax and credit laws and regulations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong focus on behavioral finance and how these issues impact decision-making with regard to personal money management\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTips to plan for big-ticket purchases\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExpanded coverage on building and managing wealth\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInformation on how effective asset allocation can help reduce volatility and\/or increase opportunity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWebsites and ideas on how to get the most bang for your buck in everyday household expenditures\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom budgeting and cutting expenses to getting out of debt and planning for retirement, \u003ci\u003ePersonal Finance Workbook For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is a solution for those looking to avoid bankruptcy as well as those looking for something to help them plan for a successful financial future.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Getting on the Road to Financial Fitness 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Exploring Money in Your Life 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Getting Your Financial House in Order 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Analyzing Your Cash Flow 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Turning Your Dreams into Realities 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Getting the Most Out of Your Money 69\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Using Credit Wisely 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Spending Thoughtfully 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Involving Your Family in Personal Finance 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Minimizing Taxes 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Thinking about the Future 115\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Planning for Big-Ticket Purchases 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Saving for Retirement 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Funding Your Kids’ College Education 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Thinking about When You’re Gone: Estate Planning 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: Building and Managing Wealth 175\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Evaluating Your Current Portfolio 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Maximizing Investment Strategies 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Finding and Hiring the Right Advisor (If You Need One) 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V: Protecting Your Assets 209\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Managing Risk with Insurance 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Exploring Your Health Insurance Options 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Figuring Out What Life Insurance You Need 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Insuring Your Property 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Protecting Your Privacy 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart VI: The Part of Tens 261\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 21: Ten Easy Ways to Boost Your Savings 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 22: Ten Tips on Getting Organized 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 23: Ten Scams to Avoid 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 24: Ten or So Types of Insurance You Don’t Need to Buy 277\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003eSheryl Garrett\u003c\/b\u003e is a Certified Financial Planner professional and founder of The Garrett Planning Network, Inc. \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHands-on tools and strategies to boost your financial fitness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDo the terms personal finance or money management dredge up feelings of confusion or fear? 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