Financial Planning Demystified

Plan for a bright financial future
Planning for your kids' college tuition and your own retirement is a lot more difficult today than it was for your parents. Self-directed retirement accounts like 401(k)s and IRAs as well as tax-deferred college savings plans require you to make your own savings and investment decisions. That's why you need Financial Planning Demystified .

Written by Paul Lim, Chief Financial Correspondent for U.S. News & World Report , this book begins by focusing on assets and liabilities and discusses ways to save money, avoid debt, and maintain good credit. Then, you'll get a thorough overview of different types of investments, such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, real estate investments, and more. Finally, you'll find easy-to-follow advice on how to organize and protect your financial accounts.

This quick and easy guide features:

Checklists and questionnaires to help you plan
Proven advice from a financial expert
Helpful charts and tables
A quiz at the end of each chapter to reinforce learning and pinpoint weaknesses
A final exam at the end of the book
No unnecessary technical jargon
Packed with clear explanations and priceless tips from a pro, Financial Planning Demysti fied is your shortcut to planning for a lifetime of income.