FINANCIAL BASICS: MONEY-MANAGEMENT GUIDE FOR STUDENTS

This book stands out from other introductory finance books by beginning chapters with a story of how some dumb college kid ruined their finances because of x, then follows up by talking about x in a very general way. It's a nice primer but lacks substance. That being said, it's a little long for its depth of content.The purchase can only be justified if it is required text for a class, as is my case, or the reader is searching for a glancing read of common financial pitfalls.

A good book, a bit too much focus on financial aid. A bit more introduction to life finances would have been helpful: i.e. what is involved in a loan, mortgage, basics of investing ...just an intro to know what is out there and what it pays to start thinking about for the future.

must know material for everyday life

If you are just someone who doesn't care about where your money goes, read this book! The tales here are scary but they conclude with great lessons for young adults no matter how big or how small your budget may be. No matter what your financial situation may be this book will help you in some way maybe save a couple of bucks at least.

Had to buy this for a class that I didn't really care about but then this book ended up being extremely beneficial when I didn't even think I needed it.

Loved the stories and different scenarios. Gave me some good financial planning tips especially now with student debts as a factor in my life now.

The book is very well written with sound advice. It presents a good blueprint for sensible financial management for college years and well beyond. I have given this book to each of my college age grandchildren. It is readable and very practical

Every young person leaving High School should read this book and if they can retain 15% of what they read will be a great start into personal financial responsbilty of becoming an adult whether they go on to School or adult life.BK