Get Money Smart

Money touches every aspect of our lives but many of us don't feel like we have the knowledge or skills to manage our money. These books cover topics from getting out of debt to investing to saving for retirement and can help you with information and advice to increase your knowledge and comfort in managing your money.

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Get Money Smart

Money touches every aspect of our lives but many of us don't feel like we have the knowledge or skills to manage our money. These books cover topics from getting out of debt to investing to saving for retirement and can help you with information and advice to increase your knowledge and comfort in managing your money.

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Debt 101 : from interest rates and credit scores to student loans and debt payoff strategies, an essential primer on managing debt
Cagan, Michele
Paper Book
Get out of debt and use credit wisely with this easy-to-understand, comprehensive guide to making your debt work for you. The key to borrowing, managing, and paying off debt is understanding what it is, how it works and how it can affect your finances and your life. Debt 101<...
Your score : an insider's secrets to understanding, controlling, and protecting your credit score
Davenport, Anthony
Paper Book
The most comprehensive insider's look at what every consumer needs to know about their credit score--and most importantly, how to fix it If you, like so many millions of Americans, are terrified by the daily headlines regarding Equifax and identity theft,...
Rich girl nation : taking charge of our financial futures
Gatti Tassin, Katie
USA Today Bestseller From the founder of Money with Katie, a leveled-up finance guide for ambitious women everywhere--and a rallying cry for a new money movement Women experience money differently than men do. In the United States, women have only 55 cents for...
100 side hustles : unexpected ideas for making extra money without quitting your day job
Guillebeau, Chris
Paper Book
Best-selling author Chris Guillebeau presents a full-color ideabook featuring 100 stories of regular people launching successful side businesses that almost anyone can do. This unique guide features the startup stories of regular people launching side businesses that almost...
The art of spending money : simple choices for a richer life
Housel, Morgan
The psychology of money : timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness
Housel, Morgan
Paper Book
**OVER 8 MILLION COPIES SOLD AROUND THE WORLD... The Psychology of Money is the original bestselling classic from the author of the new book, Same as Ever.** Doing well with money isn't necessarily about what you know. It's about how you behave. And behavior is...
Breaking free from broke : the ultimate guide to more money and less stress
Kamel, George
Audiobook
Credit repair
Loftsgordon, Amy
Paper Book
Bad credit can get betterA bad credit report can prevent you from getting a mortgage, car loan, credit card, apartment, or even a job. The sensible strategies in Credit Repair help you take control of your finances, clean up your credit report and rebuild your credit. Learn how to:...
Solve your money troubles : strategies to get out of debt and stay that way
Loftsgordon, Amy
Paper Book
Struggling with debt? Find solutions here. Conquering overwhelming debt starts with understanding your options. Solve Your Money Troubles gives you the tools you need to get your finances back on track. Learn how to: stop debt collector harassment cold ...
Die with zero : getting all you can from your money and your life
Perkins, Bill
Paper Book
A WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER A Common-Sense Guide to Living Rich....Instead of Dying Rich Imagine if by the time you died, you did everything you were told to. You worked hard, saved your money, and looked forward to financial freedom when...
Social security
Peterson, Jonathan
Paper Book
"Social Security for Dummies is a must read for people of any age who want a comfortable retirement. ... The difference between a smart claiming strategy and a dumb one can cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars, so you''ll want to invest in this book."  ...
Financial freedom : a proven path to all the money you will ever need
Sabatier, Grant
Paper Book
On August 25, 2010, Grant Sabatier woke to find he had $2.26 in his bank account. Five years later, he had a net worth of over $1,000,000. In Financial Freedom, he takes you step-by-step through the strategies he used so that you too can get out of debt, make your 9-5 job optional, and above all,...
Stacked : your super-serious guide to modern money management
Saul-Sehy, Joe
Paper Book
From the money nerds behind the award-winning Stacking Benjamins podcast, a new kind of personal finance book to get your house in order. Rich. Wealthy. Well-heeled. Moneyed. Affluent. Not bad--but why not get Stacked instead? If you've ever dreamed of a basic...
The great money reset : change your work, change your wealth, change your life
Schlesinger, Jill
Paper Book
Ten timely financial steps to build the life you really want. The COVID-19 pandemic forced us to rethink everything. Now, when it comes to envisioning a post-pandemic future, noted financial expert Jill Schlesinger hears one question over and over: How far should I...
The all-weather retirement portfolio : your post-retirement investment guide to a worry-free income for life
Thurman, Randy L.
Paper Book
You can have it all-not just more income to spend in your retirement years but also the peace of mind that comes from knowing that, no matter what happens in the outside world, you'll have a worry-free income for life. In this book you'll find: Ten steps to build a portfolio...
Rich AF : the winning money mindset that will change your life
Tu, Vivian
Audiobook
From TikTok star and Your (favorite) Rich BFF Vivian Tu, the definitive book on personal finance for a new generation When Vivian Tu started working on Wall Street fresh from undergrad, all she knew was that she was making more money than she had ever seen in her life. But it...
Managing your money all-in-one for dummies
Tyson, Eric
Ebook
Want to take control of your finances once and for all? Managing Your Money All-in-One For Dummies combines expert money management with personal finance tips. From credit cards and insurance to taxes, investing, retirement, and more, seven mini-books show you how to improve your relationship...
Personal finance after 50
Tyson, Eric
Paper Book
The best way to take control of your post-career financial future  Retirement is lasting longer for all of us. That's why--and however long you decide to keep working--it's essential to plan ahead so you can live ...
Personal finance in your 20s & 30s for dummies
Tyson, Eric
Paper Book
Create a solid pathway for financial success Millennials often confront greater difficulties--including economic uncertainty and student debt--than those who came before them. This new financial responsibility can be intimidating, and many people are unsure where to begin. Personal...
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