A beginner's guide to life after school, Suze Orman tackles the
tough issues facing the young and ambitious. Unlike many other
financial guides which offer income management solutions, this book
realizes that the average college graduate just embarking on their
career will be loaded with student loans, living off a credit card,
and earning only entry-level paycheques. This book introduces a way
of thinking about money and debt that is simply not taught in
school. It is not a spreadsheets and budgeting boot camp, in fact -
page 146 declares quite prominently in its title: "Screw
Budgets."
Suze Orman covers all the basics and more, including...
- Credit reports
- Career advice
- Credit cards
- Student loans
- Saving, investing and retirement accounts
- Buying a car or a home
- Marriage & money
Whether you're broke or not, this is a great guide for anyone just
starting out in the work force. While written for an American
audience, young Canadians will still find it relevant as there are
many parallel services and products offered in Canada.