There are numerous financial planning and money management handbooks, but few focus on the needs of young adults between 16 and 25 years of age. Colleges and some high schools are increasingly offering courses covering money management, but the materials are more "economics-focused" than "real-world" focused. Young people are huge consumers who…

This guide is designed to help people of all ages set up a budget and manage their money. It is organized in three sections: the Principles of Managing Your Finances, Financial Tools Used in Money Management, and Coping with Change. Section 1 consists of three chapters. The first chapter introduces the money management process, discusses goal…

This packet of four brochures focuses on money management for four stages of life, from early adulthood to preretirement. The first brochure, for young adults, discusses early financial tasks, such as selecting a financial institution, and checking and savings accounts, credit establishments, and employee benefits. The second brochure, for young…