Financial first aid : essential tools for confident, secure money management

Summary: "What do a layoff, a medical emergency, a broken appliance, and a natural disaster have in common? Each scenario has the potential to upend your personal finances, no matter your financial situation. Money can be an intense source of stress, especially when you suddenly don't have enough of it. This handy and accessible reference from Alyssa Davies, founder of the popular finance blog Mixed Up Money, is here to help you navigate these financial ups and downs with a judgment-free approach. It offers actionable advice for different types of emergencies, short- and long-term solutions, resources, and tips from well-known financial experts who have been there before. You'll find scripts for negotiating payments for large bills, and learn how to revise a budget if you need to care for a loved one who is sick, recognize financial abuse, and much more. Charming illustrations by the author add a touch of humor to her expert advice. Best practices for building a robust emergency fund and road maps for recovering from a financial emergency will help you face your next rainy day."--

Record details

ISBN: 9781454944669 (softcover)
Physical Description: print
viii, 231 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm
Publisher: New York : Sterling, [2022]
Copyright: ©2021

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Introduction -- You need an emergency fund (or three) -- How to evaluate your safety net -- The worst has happened. Now what? -- Pink slips, layoffs, and career changes -- Health = wealth -- Keep a roof over your head -- When a tornado strikes -- Expect the unexpected -- Put yourself and pay yourself first -- Surviving and recovering from lows -- Conclusion.