How to Make a Simple Budget and a Winning Financial Plan (Simple Money Smarts Series)

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Never put together a budget before? Not sure what a "net worth" is? This 40-page book will help you figure out a budget, calculate your net worth and put together a plan for your financial future, all using plain English. It's designed for people who are new to personal finance or have struggled with the basics of budgeting in the past. In addition are simple tips to help you plan for the worst, so you can protect yourself and your family as much as possible against job loss, foreclosure or catastrophic illness. Below are the contents of the book:IntroductionChapter 1: Know What You've GotOrganize Your Money Your Income: What You Make Your Expenses: What You Spend Your Assets: What You Own Your Liabilities: What You Owe Bringing It All TogetherWhat You're Making and Spending NowElectronic ResourcesChapter 2: Healthy FinancesSetting GoalsChapter 3: Creating a BudgetYou Make More Than You SpendYou Spend More Than You MakeChapter 4: Strengthen Your PositionCredit Score Tips and TricksSave for a Rainy DayCheck Your Backup PlansReview Your Retirement PlanningGet More EducationWhat To Do If the Worst Happens Keep the Lines of Communication Open Who to Pay When There's Not Enough Student Loans Credit Insurance Government Help Foreclosure BankruptcyChapter 5: Conclusion