Get a financial life : personal finance in your twenties and thirties
(Book)

"A Fireside book."

"Completely updated for the new economy"--Cover.

Includes bibliographical references (pages [303]-306) and index.

"If you're like most people, you want to get your financial life in order but don't know where to begin. Since its first publication in 1996, [this book] has helped thousands of people get out of debt, start saving, and begin investing. This updated edition-expanded for the Internet age-includes the latest information on how to: Use the Web to find the best auto loans, mortgages, and credit cards. Invest in the stock market wisely and painlessly. Refinance your high-rate debt and avoid hidden fees and traps. Take advantage of the latest tax breaks-including deductions for student loans. Build a serious nest egg with long-term savings plans like the new Roth IRAs. You will also find classic, easy-to-understand advice on money basics-everything from 401(k)s to car leases, from credit reports to life insurance, from buying the right mutual funds to buying a home of your own. Whether you earn $20,000 or $200,000, Get a Financial Life will help you navigate the new world of personal finance"--from the publisher.