Get a financial life personal finance in your twenties and thirties

"A completely revised and updated fourth edition of the New York Times bestseller, designed to guide younger adults through the world of personal finance. More than ever before, people in their twenties and thirties need help getting their financial lives in order. And who could blame them? The...

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Main Author: Kobliner, Beth, 1965- (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language: English
Published: New York : Touchstone, 2017.
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Summary: "A completely revised and updated fourth edition of the New York Times bestseller, designed to guide younger adults through the world of personal finance. More than ever before, people in their twenties and thirties need help getting their financial lives in order. And who could blame them? These so-called millennials have come of age in the wake of the worst economic crisis in memory, and are now trying to get by in its aftermath. They owe record levels of student loan debt, face sky-high rents, and struggle to live on a budget in an uncertain economy. It's time for them to get a financial life. For two decades, Beth Kobliner's bestseller has been the financial bible for people in their twenties and thirties. With her down-to-earth style, she has taught them how to get out of debt, learn to save, and invest for their futures. In this completely revised and updated edition, Kobliner shares brand-new insights and concrete, actionable advice geared to help a new generation of readers form healthy financial habits that will last a lifetime. With fresh material that reflects the changing digital world, Get a Financial Life remains an essential tool for young people learning how to manage their money. From tackling taxes to boosting credit scores, Get a Financial Life can show those just starting out how to decrease their debt, avoid common money mistakes, and navigate the world of personal finance in today's ever-changing landscape"--Provided by publisher.
Physical Description: xvi, 330 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references (pages 289-291) and index.
ISBN: 9781476782386
1476782385
Author Notes: Beth Kobliner is a farmer staff writer at Money magazine and has contributed to New York Times and the Wall Street Journal. She has appeared on CNN, MSNBC, Today, and NPR. She served on the President's Advisory Council on Financial Capability for Young Americans. Her newest book, Make Your Kid's Money Genius (Even If You're Not), is a must-have guide for parents. Visit her at bethkobliner.com. Follow her on Twitter @BethKobliner.