Publisher's Synopsis
Personal Finance for College Students: A Storytelling Approach is designed with the needs of today's college students in mind, addressing financial topics through the lens of a young couple's evolving relationship and challenges. The text provides a unique narrative approach, where financial concepts are intertwined with a story, encouraging students to consider key financial decisions ranging from setting up a 401K to handling credit and planning for future expenses.
The book features a variety of real-life scenarios and practical applications that encompass various aspects of personal finance including retirement planning, insurance considerations, and the impact of investment choices on future financial stability. It includes 13 chapters, each providing a steppingstone to understanding the breadth and depth of personal finance-its omissions, loopholes, and legislative guard rails that shape responsible fiscal behavior amidst life's milestones. Students are introduced to topics such as buying a car, managing home finances, navigating taxes, and investing principles that cultivate a millionaire's mentality.
With its engaging narrative style and comprehensive coverage of financial topics, Personal Finance for College Students is ideal for courses in personal finance, financial planning, and related subjects.
