Financial Planning Demystified

by Paul J. Lim

Book Overview

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. "

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0071476717
• ISBN13: 9780071476713
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.4" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

Great Guide for a Novice

Great book, well written, but the best part is it's understandability. This book is an excellent reference tool for the "soon to be retired". It will enable you to participate in meetings with financial planners without the fear of being steamrolled or having that deer in a headlights look. Read, enjoy, and get an education into the world of financial planning...........yee haw!

The best in Personal Finances 101

I was looking for a book that would truly be a "101" type of explanation of all of the ins and outs of stocks, mutual funds, IRA's, etc. and this book does an excellent job of doing just that. This book is perfect for those who have always been intimidated by the world of finances and money management but have a desire to understand all of the terminology, pros and cons, and options available to start successfully planning for your future. It's easy to read and understand and will make you say "SO THAT'S WHAT THAT MEANS!!!" over and over again!