The 10 Commandments of Money - Liz Weston

"A perfect read as a financial primer. Weston's solid and
occasionally humorous writing shines through . . . [and] takes this
book from being yet another personal finance book to being an enjoyable
read I would recommend."-The Simple Dollar

Millions of us skate by from paycheck to paycheck. We all have
financial goals we want (or need) to achieve, but are perplexed by how
to get there. But expert financial advisor Liz Weston has carved a
path, with ten simple strategies that help anyone avoid critical
mistakes, survive downturns, and make the numbers work.

Debunking well-trod myths (pay down all your debt immediately)
while giving unexpectedly brilliant tips (it's okay to let student
loans linger), Liz Weston outlines everything you need to become
financially viable, including how to:

Know what you can afford

Create a survival plan with cash and credit

Manage "good debt" to get ahead

Save for retirement without sacrificing today