Praised as “A must read for all young adults and those who love them,” this book gives you the facts you need to avoid common money mistakes and to thrive, financially. You will learn:
- The five taxes that shrink paychecks
- The rent you can afford based on your income
- The facts about credit reports and credit scores
- Student loan debt repayment options
- Whether to save or pay down debt
- The surprising, hidden costs of working in the “Gig Economy”
- Low cost insurance to manage risk
- 401(k)s, IRAs, and whether to “go Roth”
and much more.
INVESTING: Your lively, jargon-free guide to getting started
Discover the secret world of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds in this fun, easy-to-follow book for beginners. Popular financial educator Kristen Jacks loves to breakdown complex topics into accessible, short lessons that engage and empower readers. She has packed this primer with everything you need to fast-track your investing future.
You will learn:
- True stories that help you make sense of stocks
- Real-world examples of bonds issued by Apple, Starbucks, and Ford
- How to decode investing language
- All about 401(k)s and IRAs
- How to buy investments at the lowest cost
- The tax snares that harm unsuspecting investors
- Time-tested investing strategies
- And much more
