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Avoiding the pitfalls of personal finance is certainly important, but its prescriptions for taking financial action are what make this guide especially useful. Part I helps readers assess their financial standing. Subsequent sections offer sage advice on saving, the basics of investing, and the ins and outs of insurance. There is an especially useful chapter on real estate, since for many people their homes are their biggest financial commitment and their largest asset. Throughout, helpful icons point out tips, common mistakes, and "scams and scoundrels that prey on the unsuspecting." The "Dummies" label might put off some people, but there is nothing stupid about the ideas. The information is presented in a format that never talks down to the reader, although it is perhaps most appropriate for those who are just starting to think about the future. --Edward Trapunski --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
"Packed with useful information, all presented in bite-sized segments in a clear, uncluttered format."
— Toronto Star
"Reaches out to everyday readers with straightforward tips and an easy-to-read format."
— Ottawa Citizen
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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This review is from: Personal Finance For Canadians For Dummies (Paperback)
The book helped a lot with investing, but it could have had more info about how to save money - by cutting spending, going to sales, etc.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great All-in-One book on Personal Finance for Canadians,
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This review is from: Personal Finance For Canadians For Dummies (Paperback)
I was very satisfied with Personal Finance for Canadians for Dummies. The authors cover a great range of subjects, from reducing debt, tax-sheltered savings and retirement accounts, insurance, estate planning and others. The book is written in a very plain language that anybody can easily digest and understand. While there are specific books covering in detail each of the subjects discussed, this book is an all-in-one primary reference to have at home.My only comment is about wishing a newer version of the book. For instance, Tax Free Savings Account are only slightly covered in the book. While most principles are likely to remain unchanged, a new edition could also include more links to relevant websites. However, at least at this point, I still maintain a 5 star rating for this excellent book.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Basics widely explain and very little of the important ones,
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This review is from: Personal Finance For Canadians For Dummies (Paperback)
Really good book for people who is really lost in the finantial matters. Sometimes the basics are very detailed (and for some people that can be annoying because a lot of it could be "logical") and sometimes the most important or complex topics are just "touched".
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