Money Publications

Big Purchases, Big Decisions
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Free tips for buying a bank CD, potential risks of market-linked CDs, minimizing borrowing costs for college, getting an auto loan. (Previous item number: 602X)
Available: in print, online, as pdf
Language: English
Cost: Free

Estate Planning
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Covers why a will is important and how to prepare one, how to estimate the size of your estate and minimize taxes, and how to set up powers of attorney and advance medical directives.
Available: as pdf
Language: English
Cost: Free

Job Dislocation: Making Smart Financial Choices after a Job Loss
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Contains tips for managing the financial impact of a job loss, including how to avoid investment fraud, extend your health insurance coverage, and weigh the pros and cons of a 401(k) hardship withdrawal. (Previous item number: 527X)
Available: in print, as pdf
Languages: English and Spanish
Cost: Free

Managing Your Money in Good Times and Bad
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Provides tips for spending less, saving more and borrowing smart. Points out scams that heat up in a down economy and explains con games. It also suggests ways to raise your credit score, get a good loan, and actions to take when you can't make your payments. (Previous item number: 581W)
Available: online
Language: English
Cost: Free

Money Tips for All Ages: Your Finances at Different Stages of Life
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Practical help for teens, young adults, newlyweds, people at midlife, parents, retirees, and financial caregivers. Also for those dealing with a medical emergency, job loss or other major life events.
Available: online
Language: English
Cost: Free

Need a Lawyer? Judge for Yourself
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Advice to help you be smart when you choose and use legal representation.
Available: online, as pdf
Language: English
Cost: Free

Protecting Your Finances if a Disaster Strikes: Are You Prepared?
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Make sure your home and valuables are insured, your important documents are protected, and you have back-up access to cash, your bank accounts and your personal identification in case a disaster strikes. Know what to do to help speed your recovery if a disaster impacts you financially. (Previous item number: 592X)
Available: in print, online, as pdf
Language: English
Cost: Free

Start Smart: Money Management for Teens
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Tips and suggestions written specifically for teens on how to save, spend, borrow, and protect their money.
Available: online, as pdf
Language: English
Cost: Free

Taking Control of Your Finances: A Special Guide for Young Adults
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A handy guide geared toward young adults, from those still in school to just starting a career or a family. Learn the right ways to save and manage money, and how to avoid some common mistakes people make with their money.
Available: online, as pdf
Language: English
Cost: Free

You Can Organize and Simplify Your Financial Life: A How-To Guide
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Discusses ways to streamline money management, from online banking and automatic bill-pay to consolidating accounts and updating your will. With articles on mobile banking for smartphones, what to do if your wallet is stolen, new tips for protecting yourself from cyber-crime and more. (Previous item number: 596X)
Available: in print, online, as pdf, e-reader
Language: English
Cost: Free