Includes bibliographical references (pages 161-171).
Goof-up: Spending before you think -- Breaking the bank for the big day -- Letting the American dream become a nightmare -- Forgetting to find the money available to attend college -- Not saving smartly for your retirement years -- Not investing your money wisely -- Resources.
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