Since its publication, the original Money Book of Personal Finance has become America's definitive, all-in-one guide to total financial well-being at every stage of life. Now, from the nation's foremost magazine on everyday money management, comes an authoritative reference that's newer, bigger, and even better. Fully revised and updated with fresh information for a new economy and packed with helpful, easy-to-understand tables, charts, and quizzes, it will show you how to:

Take control of your finances-compute your assets, your liabilities, and your net worth

Invest with confidence-learn the six golden rules that keep you in check and on track

Lower your taxes-conserve your earnings with an easy, can't-fail game plan that works for almost every tax bracket

Buy the life insurance policy right for you-solidify your personal finances with this important move

Get a first mortgage by borrowing-learn what to do when you don't have the cash for the down payment

Slash your homeowners insurance costs-discover the eight little tips that make a big difference