loans

Mia struggles to be nice to the new girl, Olivia Allen, after she makes pains to be nice and loans her some money only to discover that Olivia spends it to buy the exact same shoes for which Mia has been saving.

Offers a general introduction to credit and loans, covering their advantages as well as the disadvantages of accumulating debt, and provides advice on using credit responsibly.

An introduction to mortgages, loans, and credit that discusses why people borrow money, the process of getting a loan or a mortgage, credit cards, and other related topics.

Contains twenty-two essays that provide opposing viewpoints on alternative lending, discussing how it compares to traditional lending, and looking at payday lending, peer-to-peer lending, and microlending.

The Cupcake Club questions its loyalties when Mia makes friends with a mean girl in disguise. Will Mia see Olivia's true colors before she wreaks havoc on the Cupcake Club?.

Explains what credit is, different kinds of credit, and why one needs credit. Provides information to young people about using credit, abusing credit, the importance of maintaining a good credit history, and discusses identity theft and what to do if it happens to you. Includes color photos, a glossary, and an index.