Written by a veteran financial writer who is also a single parent, this practical guide addresses the multiple financial priorities faced by single-parent families. Now there is specific, practical help for anyone trying to get a handle on their finances while heading a family on their own. Kara Stefan's Head of Household: Money Management for Single Parents explores a variety of basic financial topics with information and advice geared specifically to the priorities of single-parent households. Head of Household provides in-depth coverage of 11 issues of primary concern to today's single parent, including budgeting, childcare, health care, and housing. As a veteran financial writer, Stefan knows how to translate the field's intricacies into a language we all can understand. As a long-time single parent, she is acutely aware of the difficulties others face in trying to manage money on their own. Combining her two areas of expertise, Stefan has created a resourceful, level-headed, often hilarious guide, filled with stories of real families and a wealth of solid, creative solutions for the financial situations single parents most often face. 13 alphabetically arranged chapters on basic financial topics, such as budgeting, childcare, credit, housing, investing, etc., written with the single head-of-household in mind Six sample budget worksheets to help readers develop their own workable plan Six charts and tables with helpful information for dealing with financial questions A complete index of important terms

Be honest Will you realistically achieve the retirement goals of your dreams? Unfortunately most Americans will not. Too often, and many times through no fault of their own, their savings have been lost and they do not have time of their side to rebuild what was lost during the recent economic collapse. Wealthy investors, surrounded by shrewd advisors, have often used investing tools and tax strategies that have allowed them to both build, as well as keep the wealth they have amassed. In recent years many smart investors have abandoned the stock market because they have essentially lost control of their investments. They have given up on the advice and guidance of their stock brokers, bankers, and financial advisors. The vast majority of retirement accounts have dwindled to levels that have all but eliminate even a modest dream of retirement. Fortunately, there is a dynamic but little-understood alternative: the Self-Directed IRA or 401(k) plan. This new book will teach you how to turn your old IRA or 401(k) plan into a wealth-building tool that gives you 100% control. Self-Directed retirement plans have been available since 1974, however you won't find these accounts offered by Wall Street investment firms or your local bank and you don't need to be wealthy to begin receiving a lifetime of tax free benefits. Thom Garlock has helped 1,000's of investors gain control over their retirement plans and diversify their savings away from low performing Wall Street investments or bank deposits into assets they understand and control for higher profits with much less risk. As publisher of Diversify Magazine and one of the industry's most sought after educators on Self-Directed retirement plans, he has hands on experience using self-directed retirement plans to own income producing real estate, mortgages, precious metals and venture capital investments inside both IRAs and 401(k) plans. Corporate pensions are quickly disappearing. Social Security is a Ponzi scheme few expert

Even after repeated boom and bust cycles on Wall Street, it's still possible to make real money in the stock market--provided investors take a disciplined approach to investing. Financial guru Jim Cramer shows how ordinary investors can prosper, no matter the climate on Wall Street.
How do we find hot stocks without getting burned? How do we fatten our portfolios and stay financially healthy? Former hedge-fund manager and longtime Wall Street commentator Jim Cramer explains how to invest wisely in chaotic times, and he does so in plain English in a style that is as much fun as investing is--or should be, when it's done right.
For starters, Cramer recommends devoting a portion of your assets to speculation. Everyone wants to find the big winners that can bring outsized gains, and Cramer explains how to allocate your portfolio so that you can afford to take this kind of risk wisely. He explains why "buy and hold" is a losing philosophy: For Cramer, it's "buy and homework." If you can't spend an hour a week researching each of your stocks, then you should hand off your portfolio to a mutual fund--and Cramer identifies the very few mutual funds that he'd recommend.
Cramer reveals his Ten Commandments of Trading (Commandment #5: Tips are for waiters). He explains why he's not afraid to compare investing to gambling (and tells you which book on gambling you should read to become a better investor). He discloses his Twenty-Five Rules of Investing (Rule #4: Look for broken stocks, not broken companies).
Cramer shows how to compare stock prices in a way that you can understand, how to spot market tops and bottoms, how to know when to sell, how to rotate among cyclical stocks to catch the big moves, and much more. "Jim Cramer's Real Money" is filled with insider advice that really works, information that Cramer himself used to make millions during his fourteen-year career on Wall Street.
Written in Cramer's distinctive turbocharged style, this is every investor's guide to what you really must know to make big money in the stock market.

Today's financial markets are unlike any other economic environment in history. From the highs of the dot-com era to the lows of the "Great Recession," unprecedented events have led to the explosive boom and bust periods of the last 20 years. Combined with ever-advancing technology and access to a non-stop stream of information, it's clear that making money in the markets today requires a new kind of trader. Meet a group of these new traders, who have defied the odds in an industry where only a small percent make it past their first year-or their first blowout. Learn how they came together to have their most successful year ever in the midst of the greatest financial crisis of their generation. Their improbable and inspiring stories illustrate the highly adaptable nature of the Modern Trader: Sean, who gave up the comfort of a highly successful corporate career to chase his dreams -and continues to always look for the next big opportunity... Marc, the natural talent who made back one day's six-figure loss in just three days, and hasn't looked back, forging a successful trading career... Scott, the dedicated Iron Man competitor who represents the firm with his expert analysis on CNBC and other national financial media... Evan, the skilled technical analyst who shares his talents by training and educating the next generation of professionals, and... Nadav, who emigrated alone at age 18 from South Africa to the United States, and through hard work and a positive mindset is truly living the American Dream. By joining forces, they are now leading a revolution in trading education.This book is a rare opportunity to gain insight from the lessons learned along the trading journey of true professionals. And there is a lot to learn from these pros; online tips, videos, and other extras will help you get the most out of the lessons they share in The Modern Trader. Their stories will inspire you to achieve financial success on your own terms, and their lessons will equip you with the powerful tools you need to go out and conquer today's markets.

Do you know your Number?
What happens if you don't make it to your Number?
Do you have a plan?
The often-avoided, anxiety-riddled discussion about financial planning for a secure and fulfilling future has been given a new starting point in "The Number" by Lee Eisenberg. The buzz of professionals and financial industry insiders everywhere, the Number represents the amount of money and resources people will need to enjoy the active life they desire, especially post-career. Backed by imaginative reporting and insights, Eisenberg urges people to assume control and responsibility for their standard of living, and take greater aim on their long-term aspirations.
From Wall Street to Main Street USA, the Number means different things to different people. It is constantly fluctuating in people's minds and bank accounts. To some, the Number symbolizes freedom, validation of career success, the ticket to luxurious indulgences and spiritual exploration; to others, it represents the bewildering and nonsensical nightmare of an impoverished existence creeping up on them in their old age, a seemingly hopeless inevitability that they would rather simply ignore than confront. People are highly private and closed-mouthed when it comes to discussing their Numbers, or lack thereof, for fear they might either reveal too much or display ineptitude.
In "The Number," Eisenberg describes this secret anxiety as the "Last Taboo," a conundrum snared in confusing financial lingo. He sorts through the fancy jargon and translates the Number into commonsense advice that resonates just as easily with the aging gods and goddesses of corporate boardrooms as it does with ordinary people who are beginning to realize that retirement is now just a couple of decades away. Believing that the Number is as much about self-worth as it is net worth, Eisenberg strives to help readers better understand and more efficiently manage all aspects of their life, money, and pursuit of happiness.

Nowhere in the US Constitution or Declaration of Independence does it say that anyone is entitled to certainty in anything. All we can do is be as prepared as we can for the uncertainty life throws at us-particularly in the field of finance.

Dealing with financial challenges requires careful planning. Regardless of whether you will face unemployment, sickness, or something worse, you can take steps now that will help you and your loved ones in the future. You can also fix damaging behavior and improve your management of risk. Being happy and accomplishing your goals could be as simple as saying "yes" to an opportunity.

In this financial guidebook, you'll learn how to

balance demands from family, friends, and colleagues;

embrace challenges you face with your spouse or significant other;

pick investments that match your risk tolerance;

pay for college, retirement, health care, and other major expenses.

Preparing for financial challenges now will pay off in the future. Build wealth, take advantage of opportunities, and discover a better way of managing your finances with "Leveling the Playing Field."

In a stock market environment dominated by professional investors, "A Few Good Eggs in One Basket" o ers a plain-talk approach to pro tability by selecting and managing an investment portfolio of common stocks for an individual.

Author Richard L. Gunderson, who has been an investor for more than forty years, outlines an enduring framework that improves the odds for the individual investor to exceed the performance of the market over the long term by buying good companies at bargain prices. He outlines what constitutes a "good" company and how to determine when a price meets the test of being a "bargain." "A Few Good Eggs in One Basket" also helps individual investors by discussing
what to look for; where to look; when to buy; when to sell; and how many stocks to own.

"A Few Good Eggs in One Basket" presents a prescription designed to take advantage of opportunities created by market overreaction to bad news and disappointing results. Gunderson believes there are always bargains at any time and in any market. The challenge is to consistently apply a disciplined approach to identifying the unusual and favorable opportunities and concentrating a portfolio on those stocks representing the best combination of overall quality and intrinsic value.

Whether you're just beginning to think about putting away a little something for a rainy day, or you're looking for ways to protect your hard-earned nest egg from scams and poor investments, "Invest Now" provides a realistic, doable plan to put you on the road to financial security. Jam-packed with timely information and timeless advice for the beginning Canadian investor, "Invest Now" delivers a convincing case for avoiding daily spending temptations and then shows you the secrets to smart investing. With as little as $25, you can become a successful investor by following A. Dawn's three simple and practical steps. Dawn carefully explains the ins and outs of mutual funds and financial markets and reveals why it's so wasteful to leave money in bank savings accounts.

You don't have to be a financial guru to develop a consistent savings plan and accumulate wealth. "Invest Now" offers all the tools and motivation you need to start building a safe and secure financial future now for you and your family.

The Law of Success was a precursor to Napoleon Hill's Think and Grow Rich. Hill was well known for researching what made millionaires different from the common man. The sixteen lessons in this book perfectly crystallize everything you will need to know to succeed during these hard economic times. Many of today's best known self help books take there core concepts form this book. The Secret, the Power of Positive Thinking, the Millionaire next door, and The Law of Attraction all take their basic premises from this landmark work. Now you can get it from the source. Once you've read this book you will understand what gives certain people an edge over everyone else. By following the advice laid out clearly herein you'll be the one with an edge. It's time to stop wondering what it's like to be rich and start knowing. This book has changed countless lives and it can change yours Unlike many of the other editions on the market today, this edition is complete and unabridged Wilder Publications is a green publisher. All of our books are printed to order. This reduces waste and helps us keep prices low while greatly reducing our impact on the environment.

Can investing be safe? Yes, but not free of all risk. Gear up and protect yourself from these risks with the help of Investment Strategies for Life. With his strong desire to help individuals become successful in investing in the stock market, Simmons weaves this book to help you become a great investor. He pours out his knowledge and allows you to browse through his methods that will inspire you on how to build and accomplish your financial goals. Delve into a self-help book and explore the complex world of the market, discover a step by step analysis of stocks and become successful in your goal

Investing can be fun as well as rewarding. It could certainly earn you much more than you could gain by sticking your money in a bank account. It really does not require much to make money from the stock market - just an understanding of a few simple concepts and the following of a few rules.

Written by the UK's most successful writer on investing, "Get Started in Shares" explains in very clear and simple terms what shares are, how they are traded and what to look out for as an owner of shares.

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TIRED OF YOUR IRA EARNING LOUSY RETURNS IN TRADITIONAL INVESTMENTS?Want to know the secret to increasing returns in your IRA that your investment advisor may not even be aware of?Many people have found great success in investing in real estate over the past few decades but few are aware that you can hold real estate investments within your IRA. Not only can you hold these investments, you can use the power of leverage through non-recourse loans to substantially increase your returns. Within this book you will learn: How self-directed IRAs function. What a non-recourse loan is and how it works. Why your CPA and investment advisor may not be aware of these options. What the IRS has to say about real estate in an IRA. The step-by-step actions to get started earning great returns.You don't have to take the investments offered by your bank or financial institution - you can choose Rather than watching your retirement funds inch slowly forward, put that money to work and live the retirement of your dreams

Clients nearing retirement have some significant challenges to face. And so do their advisers. They can expect to live far longer after they retire. And the problems they expect their advisers to solve are far more complex. The traditional sources of retirement income may be shriveling, but boomers don't intend to downsize their plans. Instead, they're redefining what it means to be retired--as well as what they require of financial advisers. Planners who aren't prepared will be left behind. Those who are will step up to some lucrative and challenging work.

To help get the work done, Harold Evensky and Deena Katz--both veteran problem solvers--have tapped the talents of a range of experts whose breakthrough thinking offers solutions to even the thorniest issues in retirement-income planning: Sustainable withdrawalsLongevity riskEliminating luck as a factor in planningImmediate annuities, reverse mortgages, and viatical and life settlementsStrategies for increasing retirement cash flow

In "Retirement Income Redesigned, " the most-respected names in the industry discuss these issues and a range of others.