Your Road to Lifelong Financial Independence

     It’s about time you felt empowered to
better manage your money because–in tough economic times more than
ever–your financial freedom depends on making smart choices. But
it’s hard to know where to begin, especially when you’re just
starting out. And of course, it only gets more complicated as you
go through life: How do you establish good credit? Do you buy or
rent? What kinds of health coverage do you really need? How do you
actually stay afloat in an uncertain market?

    The Wall Street Journal Guide to Starting Your
Financial Life gets you off on the right financial foot, from
tackling everyday choices like cell-phone plans and pet ownership
to big decisions such as smart investment strategies and buying a
car or a house. You’ll learn:

    ? How to open your first checking and savings
accounts, get your first credit card, and establish good
credit

    ? The ins and outs of starting a job, including
information about taxes, choosing health insurance options, and
saving for retirement

    ? How to budget for big purchases and expenses,
such as paying off student loans, buying a car, and affording your
housing

    ? Strategies for buying the little things you
want and need without going broke

    ? The basics of investing, how to manage an
inheritance, and the documents you need to protect your
assets

    This valuable resource puts you in the driver’s
seat, so you will be in control of your money and on your way to
achieving lifelong financial independence across any economic
terrain.