Learn how to plan and manage your personal finances, achieve a financially successful life, and take responsibility as a citizen. PERSONAL FINANCIAL LITERACY, Second Edition, is aligned with the Jump$tart Coalition's National Standards for Personal Financial Literacy. The personal focus of this course makes itrelevant and meaningful to all; in particular, to those just starting down the path to personal financial independence. INDICE: 1. HOW YOUR CHOICES AFFECT INCOME. 1-1. Personal Skills and the Job Market. 1-2. The Economy and Your Education. 1-3. Job application Skills andTools. 2. INCOME, BENEFITS, and TAXES. 2-1. Earned Income and Benefits. 2-2. Unearned Income and Payments. 2-3. Taxes and Other Deductions. 3. YOUR PURCHASING POWER. 3-1. Inflation and the Value of Money. 3-2. Prices and Consumer Choices. 3-3. Getting More for Your Money. 4. FINANCIAL DECISIONS AND PLANNING. 4-1. Resources and Choices. 4-2. Basics of Budgeting. 4-3. Personal Financial Planning. 5. THE BANKING SYSTEM. 5-1. Checking Accounts. 5-2. Savings accounts.5-3. Banking Services and Fees. 6. PERSONAL RISK MANAGEMENT. 6-1. Risk Management and Strategies. 6-2. Protecting Income. 6-3. Protecting Property. 7. BUYING DECISIONS. 7-1. Buying Plans. 7-2. Sources and Benefits of Credit. 7-3. Costs of Credit. 8. PAYING FOR CREDIT. 8-1. Payment Methods. 8-2. Consumer Loans.8-3. Credit Tips. 9. CREDIT PROBLEMS AND LAWS. 9-1. Resolving Credit Problems. 9-2. Bankruptcy. 9-3. Consumer Protection and Laws. 10. UNDERSTANDING SAVINGAND INVESTING. 10-1. Reasons for Saving and Investing. 10-2. Saving and Investing Principles. 10-3. Saving and Investing Strategies. 11. SAVINGS AND INVESTING OPTIONS. 11-1. Low-Risk Investment Options. 11-2. Medium-Risk Investment Options. 11-3. High-Risk Investment Options. 12. BUYING AND SELLING INVESTMENTS. 12-1. Researching Investments. 12-2. Buying and Selling Securities. 12-3. Regulatory Agencies. Glossary. Index.
- ISBN: 978-0-8400-5829-4
- Editorial: South Western College
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 448
- Fecha Publicación: 14/01/2011
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés