Now updated–the proven guide to taking control of your finances The bestselling Personal Finance For Dummies has helped countless readers budget their funds successfully, rein in debt, and build a strong foundation for the future. Now, renowned financial counselor Eric Tyson combines his time–tested financial advice along with updates to his strategies that reflect changing market conditions, giving you a better–than–ever guide to taking an honest look at your current financial health and setting realistic goals for the future. Inside, you′ll find techniques for tracking expenditures, reducing spending, and getting out from under the burden of high–interest debt. Tyson explains the basics of investing in plain English, as well as risks, returns, investment options, and popular investment strategies. He also covers ways to save for college and special events, tame your taxes, and financially survive the twists and turns that life delivers. The bestselling, tried–and–true guide to taking control of finances, now updated to cover current market conditions Provides concrete, actionable advice for anyone facing great economic hardship Helps you avoid or get out of debt and budget funds more successfully Eric Tyson, MBA, is a nationally recognized personal finance counselor and the author of numerous For Dummies titles, including Home Buying For Dummies , Investing For Dummies , and Mutual Funds For Dummies , among others There′s no need to stress over an uncertain economy–just read Personal Finance For Dummies and protect your financial future!
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My first and favorite book!
For many years I had dreamed of writing a comprehensive personal financial planning book which would teach the concepts and give solid answers to common financial quandaries. In my experience as a practicing financial counselor, I had seen how lack of knowledge had led many otherwise intelligent people down detrimental paths.
For many years I had dreamed of writing a comprehensive personal financial planning book which would teach the concepts and give solid answers to common financial quandaries. In my experience as a practicing financial counselor, I had seen how lack of knowledge had led many otherwise intelligent people down detrimental paths.
I have always believed that you can be your own best financial planner so I wrote this book to empower people to take charge of their personal financial affairs. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Making Everything Easier! Personal Finance for Dummies 6th Edition Learn to: Assess your financial fitness Save more and spend less Review your credit report and improve your score Make smart investments in any economic environment Eric Tyson, MBA Bestselling author, Investing For Dummies The easy way to achieve your financial goals! Renowned personal finance expert Eric Tyson combines his time–tested financial advice with updated strategies to give you everything you need to protect your financial future. Inside, you′ll get concrete, action–oriented guidance for tracking expenditures, reducing spending, getting out of debt, investing wisely, saving for college and other events, and financially surviving life′s unexpected twists and turns. Assessing your fitness and setting goals — improve your financial literacy, measure your financial health, find out where your money goes, and set your monetary goals Saving more, spending less — get practical advice on how to deal with debt, reduce your spending, and tame those daunting taxes Building wealth with wise investing — learn important investment concepts and discover how you can boost your personal wealth with real estate, mutual funds, and everything in between Protecting what you′ve got — find out how to get insurance coverage for all of your assets at the best price Where to go for more help — get helpful guidance on working with financial planners, on using your personal computer to manage your money, and on seeking (and avoiding) media outlets for the latest in financial news "Provides tremendous insight and guidance into the world of investing and other money issues." – PBS Nightly Business Report "Smart advice?rewards your candor with advice and comfort." – Newsweek Open the book and find: Information on understanding and improving your credit score Coverage of new tax law changes Tips on how to budget, trim expenses, and save money Advice on how to plan for the future Tactics to thwart identity theft and fraud What′s going on with government assistance programs, Social Security, and Medicare The best ways to reduce and eliminate debt
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By T. Weston
Format:Kindle Edition
Don't do what I did and buy this if you're in the UK. It's specific to the US and so of limited use in the UK.
I actually bought the kindle version by mistake after buying the UK version (Personal Finance and Investing All-in-One For Dummies) paperback.
I actually bought the kindle version by mistake after buying the UK version (Personal Finance and Investing All-in-One For Dummies) paperback.
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In my opinion the Dummies series is the best line of reference books around(I own a dozen or so). Included in my collection is mutual funds for dummies, investing for dummies, and personal finance for dummies(all of which Eric tyson is the author). Although all of these books are informative readings, Eric's personal finance for dummies is the first I would recommend reading. Most of the "nuggets" that are in the other two books are in the personal finance book.
I don't know if Eric reads these, but I would like to thank him for his commitment to helping people like me. I have aready applied much of what I learned from him and feel extreamly confident about my financial future. THANKS ERIC!
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Despite it is written for the American market, the basic contents are applicable all over the world. I think the content of this book should be teach in the schools all over the world and it will help our understanding and money management. Unfortunately, I did not read this book in my early twenties.
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Great book.
An easy read. Could not put the book down.
Really makes sense.
An easy read. Could not put the book down.
Really makes sense.
Published on 5 Nov 2007 by P. T. Wahlberg
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BEST BOOK ON MONEY MANAGEMENT YOU WILL EVER READ. PERIOD.
Thank God for Eric Tyson! Personal Finance for Dummies is simply an excellent book. I highly recommend it to all of my friends and associates. Read more
Published on 2 Sep 1999
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A fine book.
I really enjoyed Mr Tyson's book. Very well written and enlightening. For even more strategies and also a easy read, I highly suggest Financial Self Defense by Charles Givens. Read more
Published on 5 Jun 1999
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Must read for everyone to obtain minimum financial concept
This book offers very wide knowledge on many personal financial information. You may think yourself have good enough knowledge already, but in fact, you will find out that your... Read more
Published on 31 May 1999
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Great Gift for a Recent College Grad
Almost immediately after college, I picked up this book to help me with managing my newfound (and complicated) financial situation (e.g., rent, bills, student loans). Read more
Published on 29 May 1999
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E.T. HITS HOME!!!
I am a long-time "for Dummies" fan but Eric's book is the best by far. It really hit home - literally! Read more
Published on 12 Mar 1999
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Not just for dummies
I have a lot of friends who I consider to be very smart and yet seem to invest and lose money in the stupidest ways. They certainly could have used this book. Read more
Published on 1 Jan 1999
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this book ROCKS!
Eric Tyson is an awesome author. If you want to learn about all types of finance and don't know where to start this is a very good place! Read more
Published on 22 Dec 1998
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The first financial book I've read.
Got my money back a few hundred times in the next 2 years.
Published on 10 Nov 1998
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Great Book
Personal Finance for Dummies is one of the better Personal Finance Books written post 1995. Although there is a wealth of information, there are also a lot of holes. Read more
Published on 4 Oct 1998
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