Financial planning for the utterly confused

Make sense of your financial life-and plan for a prosperous futureWhen it comes to financial planning, it's easy to become befuddled. But with the Sixth Edition of Financial Planning for the Utterly Confused, you'll find guidance on planning for every contingency, from saving for a child's education to making decisions about retirement, insurance, and real estate.To make the right decisions about your financial future, it's important to understand the wide array of investment options available. From Roths and 401(k)s to social security benefits and Medicare to mortgage and life insurance, you'll have a helpful, easy-to-understand guide that takes the confusion out of financial planning.You'll also find:Investment and financial planning strategies especially suited to women and singlesThe right healthcare funds for seniorsThe ins and outs of the latest mutual fundsEffective methods to save for college tuition