'How do I never find myself in this situation again?' With this life-changing question, author Kim Snider propelled herself from financial ruin to prosperity, security, and freedom. And in How to Be the Family CFO , she shows you how to do the same. Snider explains the basics of personal finance and investing in simple, easy-to-tackle steps that will lead you straight to financial freedom. If you want--or need--to get you financial house in order and keep it there, this guide offers clear-cut advice on planning, saving, investing, and managing risk. Applying the basic principles of how to manage a successful business, Snider teaches readers critical skills, such as Creating personal financial statements Building a six-month emergency fund Identifying their greatest risk and how to protect themselves Determining their money's higher purpose No matter how poorly you've handled money in the past, Snider's straightforward approach will help create a life of financial control and prosperity.