A complete guide to finance for young people in their twenties and thirties provides easy-to-understand explanations of such financial basics as mutual funds, credit cards, medical insurance, debt, and housing.

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Business & Money

Kobliner, Beth

Economics

Sound Ideas

If you're like most people in their twenties and thirties, you don't feel like you're in control of your financial life. But if you want to take full advantage of the best financial opportunities, it's important that you get started right away. Get a Financial Life shows you how to manage your money and make it grow. In it you will learn how to:
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<li>Refinance your high-rate credit cards and student loans </li>
<li>Start investing in the right mutual funds </li>
<li>Find low-cost auto loans and mortgages </li>
<li>Make the most of tax deductions you never knew existed </li>
<li>Use tax-advantaged savings plans to build a serious nest egg </li>
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From 401(k)s to health insurance to stocks and bonds, this book focuses exclusively on what you really need to know at this stage in your financial life. Whether you earn $15,000 or $150,000, whether you're single or married, whether you're financially inclined or financially challenged, this book will let you manage your money with the smallest possible investment of time and effort.

Get a Financial Life: Personal Finance in Your Twenties and Thirties

Fireside

“A highly readable and substantial guide to the grown-up realms of money and business.” —Deborah Stead, The New York Times, If you've been meaning to get your finances in shape but have no idea where to start, this is your playbook: The all-new edition of the New York Times bestseller Get a Financial Life busts open the system, teaching tricks for becoming master of your own money universe. No matter what's happening in the economy, all the guidance you need is right here. You'll learn how to: 
 • Pay off your credit cards and student loans and live debt free 
 • Start saving, even if you're living paycheck to paycheck 
 • Take advantage of the latest tax rules and save a bundle 
 • Find smart investments while still supporting socially responsible companies 
 • Come up with a down payment and buy a home, even in a tough economy 
 • Afford grad school 
 • Protect yourself from identity theft 
 And you'll discover why a 401(k) is your best friend—even if the market is tanking. 
 From tracking your spending to finding deals on insurance to navigating the new world of homebuying, this easy-to-understand, comprehensive guide provides an up-to-date road map of the world of personal finance. Whether you earn $30,000 or $300,000, are single or married, are drowning in debt or just looking for ways to keep your savings secure in uncertain times, you'll find the answers you need in Get a Financial Life. “A daring book. . . . A life's worth of smart financial advice.” —Newsweek

Teen & Young Adult

Fireside Press

NEW AND REVISED 2017 EDITION NOW AVAILABLE. “A daring book….A life’s worth of smart financial advice.” —Newsweek The bestselling book that The New York Times hailed as “a highly readable and substantial guide to the grown-up realms of money and business,” Get a Financial Life is a must-read for anyone in their twenties and thirties (or beyond) who wants to understand the basics of personal finance. If you’ve been meaning to get your finances in shape but have no idea where to start, this is your playbook. Get a Financial Life busts open the system, teaching tricks for becoming master of your own money universe. No matter what’s happening in the economy, all the guidance you need is right here. You’ll learn how to: -Pay off your credit cards and student loans and live debt free -Start saving, even if you’re living paycheck to paycheck -Take advantage of the latest tax rules and save a bundle -Find smart investments while still supporting socially responsible companies -Come up with a down payment and buy a home, even in a tough economy -Afford grad school -Protect yourself from identity theft And you’ll discover why a 401(k) is your best friend—in boom times and even if the market is tanking. From tracking your spending to finding deals on insurance to navigating the new world of homebuying, this easy-to-understand, comprehensive guide provides an up-to-date road map of the world of personal finance. Whether you earn $30,000 or $300,000, are single or married, are drowning in debt or just looking for ways to keep your savings secure in uncertain times, you’ll find the answers you need in Get a Financial Life.

Get a Financial Life: Personal Finance In Your Twenties and Thirties

Simon&Schuster

Being different can be hard. This funny, spirited story—written by bestselling author of Get a Financial Life Beth Kobliner Shaw with her son Jacob, and illustrated by award-winning picture book artist Jules Feiffer—encourages young readers to embrace the thing that makes them unique... Jacob is in a hurry—a really big hurry—to get to the store to buy a special toy. There's only one left, and if he doesn't get to it soon, he'll never forgive his mom and dad for making him late. Strangers often stop Jacob's parents on the street to ask about him. See, Jacob is unusual: He has an eye patch. Jacob knows people like to ask questions, but do they have to ask right now? Luckily, Jacob gets to the store in time, and he meets a new friend who has something different, too. In the end, Jacob's journey makes him more aware of other people’s feelings. Jacob's Eye Patch is the go-to book for talking about differences that kids can enjoy and parents can turn to for guidance. Everyone has something different! What’s your something? Share your child’s story at JacobsEyePatch.com.

Jacob's Eye Patch

Children's Books

Shaw, Jacob

Growing Up & Facts of Life

The New York Times bestseller that is a must-read for any parent! From Beth Kobliner, the author of the bestselling personal finance bible Get a Financial Life—a new, must-have guide showing parents how to teach their children (from toddlers to young adults) to manage money in a smart way. Many of us think we can have the “money talk” when our kids are old enough to get it…which won’t be for years, right? But get this: Research shows that even preschoolers can understand basic money concepts, and a study from Cambridge University confirmed that basic money habits are formed by the age of seven. Oh, and research shows the number one influence on kids’ financial behaviors is mom and dad. Clearly, we can’t afford to wait. Make Your Kid a Money Genius (Even If You’re Not) is a jargon-free, step-by-step guide to help parents of all income levels teach their kids—from ages three to twenty-three—about money. It turns out the key to raising a money genius isn’t to teach that four quarters equal a dollar or how to pick a stock. Instead, it’s about instilling values that have been proven to make people successful—not just financially, but in life: delaying gratification, working hard, living within your means, getting a good education, and acting generously toward others. More specifically, you’ll learn why allowance isn’t the Holy Grail when teaching your kid to handle money, and why after-school jobs aren’t always the answer either. You’ll discover the right age to give your kid a credit card, and learn why doling out a wad of cash can actually be a good parenting move. You don’t need to be a money genius to make your kid a money genius. Regardless of your comfort level with finance—or your family’s income—this charming and fun book is an essential guide for passing along enduring financial principles, making your kids wise beyond their years—and peers—when it comes to money.

Make Your Kid A Money Genius (Even If You're Not): A Parents' Guide for Kids 3 to 23

Personal Finance

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.

The New York Times bestselling money guide for people in their twenties and thirties—it’s all-new, and just in time! This completely revised and updated 5th edition will help Gen Z and millennials get a financial life.\nIf you’re in your twenties or thirties, you probably think you’ll never live as well as your parents. And who can blame you?\nRents are higher than they’ve been in years, and the concept of buying a home of your own seems like a pipe dream. You’re carrying more student debt than any previous generation, while confronting an extremely tough job market in incredibly uncertain times. It’s not surprising that many of you have turned to credit cards—or your parents—to help you get by. Even if you are fortunate enough to have a job and a 401(k), the uncertainty of the economy, surging prices, and the volatility of the market make you worry if you’re investing in the right way.\nFor three decades and counting, Beth Kobliner’s bestseller Get a Financial Life: Personal Finance in Your Twenties and Thirties has been the leading financial guide for young people. Whether you’re trying to climb the corporate ladder or doing your own thing, whether you’re single or partnered up, whether you’re financially inclined or fiscally challenged, this book offers advice that has stood the test of time—as well as fresh information to make smart decisions today.\nIn this new edition, Kobliner teaches you how to pay down debt, get a good return on your savings, and plan for your future. Straight from the latest research, learn how to choose the right bank, avoid excessive fees, and rein in spending. You’ll get unbiased advice on the latest trends in personal finance—from neobanks and finfluencers to online fraud and cryptocurrency. And you’ll get answers to important questions: When is it smart to rent rather than buy (and vice versa)? How can I really improve my credit score? When is the right time to invest in the stock market—and how? How do I save money on my taxes?\nGet a Financial Life has already helped half a million people get a handle on their money, no matter how much or little they have. No wonder it’s remained the young money bible for more than thirty years.

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Get a Financial Life: Personal Finance in Your Twenties and Thirties

Get a Financial Life: Personal Finance in Your Twenties and Thirties

Get a Financial Life: Personal Finance In Your Twenties and Thirties

Jacob's Eye Patch

Make Your Kid A Money Genius (Even If You're Not): A Parents' Guide for Kids 3 to 23

Get a Financial Life: Personal Finance in Your Twenties and Thirties

Get a Financial Life: Personal Finance in Your Twenties and Thirties