personal finance

"Despite the calls for massive spending and 'stimulus,' if the current financial crisis has taught us anything, it is to save, not just spend. In fact, over the years 'thrift' has become America's lost or forgotten virtue, rarely mentioned and never celebrated, despite its historical significance. In 'Thrift,' Theodore Roosevelt Malloch traces the history of thrift from its roots in the Scottish enlightenment to the no-waste credo of Sam Walton"--Back cover.

"Examines financial planning, saving, and investing, including basic methods to save money, various types of investments, strategies for investing, and the stock market"--Provided by publisher.

Investing means purchasing something of value, with the expectation that it will make you more money in the future. To understand investing, you have to understand a variety of terms. Learn about inflation, dividends, bonds, stocks, and more in Investing.

Sharing what we have helps others live healthier and happier lives. There are so many ways to give. Learn how to choose the right charity, how much to give, and how to give of your time in Giving Back.

Hardly anyone likes paying taxes, but they are necessary. They support your federal, state, and local governments. Learn where tax money goes, the differences between sales and income taxes, and how to make your taxes work for you in Understanding Taxes.

In ancient times, people exchanged goods for other goods or services. However, bartering frequently grew complicated. People began using currency, or money, to put a value on a product. Learn about the history of money, why it has value, and the importance of managing your money.

Readers learn strategies for saving, calculating interest, planning for the future, and more.

"Examines how people can find work that fits their interests, budget their income, and use investment options to help them make more money"--Provided by publisher.

"Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck and Get Your Financial Life Together (#GYFLT)! If you're a cash-strapped 20- or 30-something, it's easy to get freaked out by finances. But you're not doomed to spend your life drowning in debt or mystified by money. It's time to stop scraping by and take control of your money and your life with this . . . guide. 'Broke Millennial' shows step-by-step how to go from flat-broke to financial badass . . . Financial expert Erin Lowry goes beyond the basics to tackle tricky money matters and situations most of us face #IRL . . ."--Provided by publisher.

Explores the difference between what one needs and what one wants.