This new book offers students a comprehensive and engaging treatment of personal finance, while incorporating unique themes, an application-driven pedagogy, and a definitive action plan. Unlike other texts on the market, it offers a frank and timely discussion of living within one’s means and incorporating personal values and priorities into a personal financial plan. The intent is to help readers set priorities that guide their finances, rather than the other way around. This book establishes a path toward financial freedom that is less about accumulating wealth and more about building a future tailored to individual goals. With Walker/Walker, your future looks bright!

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Section One: MONEY $ MONEY $ MONEY $ Chapter 1 Money Matters: Values, Vision, Mission, and You Chapter 2 Time Value of Money Chapter 3 Planning and Budgeting Chapter 4 Financial Instruments and Institutions Section Two: CREDIT MANAGEMENT Chapter 5 Consumer Credit: Credit Cards and Student Loans Chapter 6 Credit Bureau Reports and Identity Theft Chapter 7 Auto and Home Loans Chapter 8 Debt, Foreclosure, and Bankruptcy Section Three: LIMITING YOUR LIABILITY Chapter 9 Tax Management Chapter 10 Insurance: Covering Your Assets Section Four: WEALTH ACCUMULATION Chapter 11 Investment Basics Chapter 12 Mutual Funds Chapter 13 Stocks Chapter 14 Bonds Chapter 15 Real Estate Investments Section Five: PERPETUAL PAYOFFS Chapter 16 Retirement and Estate Planning Chapter 17 Financial Planning for Life

"Personal Finance, 2e by Walker/Walker offers students an engaging treatment of personal finance, while incorporating unique themes, an application-driven pedagogy, and a definitive action plan. Unlike other texts on the market, it offers a frank and timely discussion of living within one's means and incorporating personal values and priorities into a personal financial plan. The intent is to help readers set priorities that guide their finances, rather than the other way around. This book establishes a path toward financial freedom that is less about accumulating wealth and more about building a future tailored to individual goals. With Walker/Walker, your future looks bright!"--