Personal Finance in Your 20s For Dummies

When it comes to protecting your financial future, starting sooner rather than later is the smartest thing you can do. This hands-on, friendly guide provides you with the targeted financial advice you need to establish firm financial footing in your 20s and to secure your finances for years to come.

• Conduct a financial check-up ensure you’re ready to make important decisions for your unique financial situation, like choosing the right type of bank account and setting a budget to save, pay bills, and reduce debt

  • Be street wise get expert guidance on how to make it in the real world of credit reports and credit scores, identity theft, housing commitments, merging finances with a partner, and more

    • Make your job work for you get smart about your job’s income-earning potential and the benefits of investing in a long-term career

      • Protect yourself get the 4-1-1 on health insurance, disability coverage, life insurance, and auto insurance and how to get the best deal on each

        Open the book and find:

        • How to save, budget, and spend money wisely

          • Ways to improve your credit score

            • Tactics to change spending when unemployed

              • Tips to keep in mind when hiring financial professionals

                • Proven strategies to make wise investments

                  • Ten things to value more than your money

                    Learn to:

                    • Budget and develop a savings program

                      • Establish a firm financial footing whether you’re in school or a post-graduate

                        • Manage loans and debt

                          • Make informed investment strategies