| Exciting new 4-color design will motivate your students to read the text, and is applied thoughtfully to help students make the most of the many pedagogical aids used throughout the text. In addition to a whole new look, content has been streamlined where appropriate based on reviewer feedback.
Chapter Opening Cases have been rewritten, many with an Internet focus, so that students can learn and apply the information and tools available to them on the Web. These compelling and realistic cases help show the relevance of the chapter's material and involve students in the content. Every chapter now includes a Video Case. The instructor can show the video segment in class (each segment is about 5-10 minutes long - perfect for discussion launchers!) and then use the Video Case questions at the end of the chapters for class discussion. These cases are another way to help students analyze financial situations.
Updated "Advice From a Pro" boxes now feature financial planning ideas from Suze Orman, one of the most nationally-known financial planners. These boxed readings, excerpted from her books, help students connect the textbook to real-world financial strategies.
New "FYI" boxes refer students to where they can find additional information on a topic being discussed in the narrative of the chapter, such as in an appendix, another chapter, or a website. This is just another way that the Seventh Edition is the most student-friendly version yet!
"Did You Know?" boxes have been updated with the latest facts, information and financial planning assistance available. These are short but useful boxes that have proven popular among faculty and students alike.
All chapters have been reviewed and updated to provide the most up-to-date material available.
- Chapter 1: Addresses the influence of an uncertain economy on your financial choices
- Chapter 2: Presents career planning with an emphasis on using the Internet
- Chapter 4: Coverage of new tax laws and e-filing of federal tax returns
- Chapter 5: Integrated coverage of cyber-banking services
- Chapters 6-7: Updated material on debit/credit card fraud and identity theft
- Chapter 8: Expanded coverage of online shopping in relation to established purchasing strategies
- Chapter 9: Addresses using the internet during the home buying process
- Chapters 11-12: Updated discussion on variable life insurance and using the internet to obtain life insurance information
- Chapters 13-16: The investment unit - provides new and updated material on asset allocation, funds and strategies
- Chapters 18-19: Updated information on how the new tax laws affect estate planning
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