Trying to gain control over your finances and create a secure future for you and your family? The bestselling author of Terry Savage Talks Money now gives you simple step-by-step strategies to achieve your financial goals.Whether you can afford to invest only a few dollars a week or already have a substantial portfolio, Savage shows you how to make your money grow - and avoid expensive mistakes. She offers valuable advice on financial planning - including setting goals and getting motivated - along with easy ways to put your plan into action or find a competent professional to assist you.You'll learn a new way of thinking about money - one that emphasizes saving and investing. Many techniques that brought success in the past will no longer work in today's financial environment. Savage presents painless ways to break the "see it-spend it" habit and begin a regular investment program.Whether you are searching for a mutual fund or a mortgage, whether you're purchasing an insurance policy or an annuity, Savage has practical tips to help you get the most for your money. Whether you're just getting started or trying to dig out from the burden of debt, you'll appreciate her straightforward approach.Savage expertly surveys today's financial outlook and offers easy-to-use strategies for those at varying stages of life. Baby boomers in particular are facing the need to finance college educations for their children and their own fast-approaching retirement. You'll learn how to make risk work in your favor to build the necessary assets.Seniors - and those whose parents are seniors - will appreciate a separate section with strategies designed to increase income from investments, get the most out of Social Security and Medicare, set up a living trust and estate plan, and deal with the potential financial disaster of nursing home care.Terry Savage makes money matters easy to understand, and more importantly, makes it easy to put your money to work for you! Read Less