{"product_id":"9781430245407","title":"Financial Freedom: A Guide to Achieving Lifelong Wealth and Security","description":"\u003cp\u003e    If you're one of the millions of Americans who is buried in credit card debt, or maybe you're having trouble deciphering the fine print on your 401(K)—that is, if you even have a 401(K)!—don't dismay. You can start taking steps toward closing your financial illiteracy gap right away with the sound, practical personal finance advice offered up in \u003cstrong\u003eReuben Advani's\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFinancial Freedom\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Designed for young adult professionals but filled with crucial information that will financially empower readers of all ages, \u003cem\u003eFinancial Freedom\u003c\/em\u003e is more than just your standard personal finance book, which offers up plenty of encouragement but very little actionable advice. Instead, this user-friendly guide stands alone thanks to the clear approach it takes to the topic of personal finance. So, no matter whether you are in the market for a new car, are looking to become a first-time homeowner, want to save up for your child's college education, or have decided to try your hand at investing, you'll find engaging, nonjudgmental answers to your most pressing financial questions in this invaluable resource. Jam-packed with financial guidance yet presented in a gentle, humorous manner, \u003cem\u003eFinancial Freedom\u003c\/em\u003e will teach you:      \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003eThe ins and outs of the world of finance, including targeted advice on how to use its tools to create a better financial future for yourself; \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eThe difference between good debt and bad debt—as well as tips and hints for avoiding the latter of the two; \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eThe low-down on mortgages, auto loans, student loans, and credit cards; \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eStrategies and techniques for investing in stocks, bonds, and real estate; \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eAnd much more. \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e    When it comes to securing your financial future, building a strong foundation of financial knowledge and skills is the smartest thing you can do. Put yourself on the path to long-term financial literacy, independence, and success with \u003cem\u003eFinancial Freedom\u003c\/em\u003e, which provides all the information you need to make sound financial decisions for a lifetime.           What you’ll learn\u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003eConcrete strategies for increasing your financial literacy and cleaning up your financial situation, no matter how dire your financial straits may be \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eHow to take charge of your personal balance sheet by keeping constant track of your assets, liabilities, and equity \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eHow money market accounts, certificates of deposit, and bank accounts can help you maximize your savings and build your financial opportunities \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eThe differences between stocks, bonds, and the wide variety of available alternative investments, as well as techniques for investing in each type of financial instrument \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eHow diversification and active money management will enable you to build your wealth and achieve your long-term financial goals \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  Who this book is for      \u003cp\u003e     \u003cem\u003eFinancial Freedom\u003c\/em\u003e is a friendly, hands-on guide that is specifically geared toward college students and young, entry-level professionals who want to get their financial house in order, but it will also prove indispensable to a wide range of mid-career professionals, from those in desperate need of financial guidance to those who are already on the path to financial success.         \u003c\/p\u003e     Table of Contents  \u003col\u003e   \u003cli\u003eAssets \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eLiabilities  \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eEquity \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eFinancial Feng Shui—Get Organized! \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eThe Personal Finance Panacea—Make More Money! \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eBudgeting and Saving—Oh, No! \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eShopping—Oh, Yes!   \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eCredits and Debits   \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eLate night TV and Borrowing   \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eFinancing a Home   \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eBuying a Car   \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eFinancing an Education \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eDebt Reduction   \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eInvestment Basics \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eStock Market Investing \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eBond Market Investing \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eReal Estate Investing \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003ePlaying It Safe \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eFinancial Advisors \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eConclusion \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Apress","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47134223270128,"sku":"9781430245407","price":17.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781430245407_p0.jpg?v=1763753389","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781430245407","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}