Below are some of our recommended reading suggestions for information on credit repair, debt management and personal finance. All books are sold in association with Amazon.com.

	The Ultimate Credit Handbook: How to... by by Gerri Detweiler	more details >
	This book offers valuable insight on the inner workings of credit bureaus and on legal aspects of credit cards. The author is both realistic and responsible, offering guidelines to prevent consumers from overextending themselves, but — recognizing human nature — she also covers Consumer Credit Counseling Services and Debtors Anonymous. Pros, cons, and requirements are presented for most kinds of consumer credit, from gold cards to finance companies.
	The Credit Repair Kit by John Ventura	more details >
	For the approximately three million consumers who are refused credit each year because of inaccurate, incomplete or out-of-date information in their credit files; the nearly four million who have filed for bankruptcy in the past five years; and those whose credit has been damaged by money troubles, The Credit Repair Kit offers the information needed to correct and rebuild credit histories.
	The Guerrilla Guide to Credit Repair by Todd Bierman and Nathaniel Wice	more details >
	Anyone who has ever been turned down for a loan as well as anyone with an extensive credit history should read this guide. It spells out clearly and succinctly how to obtain copies of your credit report, how to read different bureaus' reports, and how to fix what's wrong. Sample letters are given throughout each stage, from writing credit bureaus for your complimentary annual report to writing a cease-communication letter to collection agencies.
	50 Simple Things You Can Do to Improve Your Finances by Ilyce R. Glink	more details >
	The hardest part of attaining personal financial freedom is getting started. The smart, simple strategies presented in this book let you take immediate control of your money. With crystal-clear examples, this guide helps you set financial goals and reach them.
	The Road to Wealth by Suze Orman	more details >
	This book is a ready bookshelf reference for planning and sorting out common finance concerns, like how to calculate the mortgage payment you can best afford, determine what Medicare will pay toward nursing care, decide between retirement plan options, and similar matters of personal importance.
	Clark's Big Book of Bargains by Clark Howard, Mark Meltzer	more details >
	Clark Howard is a syndicated columnist and radio show host who has an incredible amount of practical knowledge about money matters. He shows readers how to get the most bang for their buck on food, shopping, restaurants, clothing, leisure activities, and more.
	How to Get Out of Debt, Stay Out of Debt and Live Prosperously by Jerrold Mundis	more details >
	Millions of consumers have become trapped in a spiral of debt, but there is hope. If you wants to free yourself from the shackles of debt, this book is for you — it can help you "get out of debt, stay out of debt, and live prosperously." Jerrold Mundis writes in a friendly, engaging style, urging readers to stop the cycle of spending. Mundis knows what he's talking about — he, too, was once thousands of dollars in debt and didn't know where to turn. Anecdotes from Debtors Anonymous folks, plus multiple examples from the writer's own life and ledgers, make How to Get Out of Debt an encouraging read, not a condescending one. Once you start your program, you may want to periodically reread some chapters for inspiration — and fun.
	Talk Your Way Out of Credit Card Debt: Phone Calls to Banks That Saved More Than $43,000 in Interest Charges and Fees by Scott Bilker	more details >
	Scott Bilker, has spent 10+ years making banks compete for his business. Now, he's sharing his personal phone calls to banks that saved more than $43,000 for himself, his family, and friends! These 52 phone calls, out of the hundreds he has made, demonstrate exactly what worked, what didn't, and why.
	Identity Theft: How to Protect Your Most Valuable Asset by Robert Hammond	more details >
	Don't give anyone else the power or the means to assume your identity, ruin your good name, steal your hard-earned credit, demolish your credit rating, or even subject you to criminal prosecution. This book shows you how to keep your identity protected, safe, and ready to be used by only one person — you! The author explains how identity theft occurs, who the likely victims are, and what you can do if your identity has been stolen.
	Frugal Living For Dummies by Deborah Taylor-Hough	more details >
	Need help keeping that New Year's resolution to eliminate credit card debt and live within your means? Then Frugal Living For Dummies is for you! Packed with tips on cutting costs on everything from groceries to gifts for all occasions, this practical guide shows you how to spend less on the things you need and save more for the things you want.
	Making Them Pay: How to Get the Most from Health Insurance and Managed Care by Deborah Taylor-Hough	more details >
	In this consumer guide to health insurance and managed care programs, lawyer Orin has assembled a compact reference that explains how to read and understand a health plan and how to go toe to toe with insurance companies to get the benefits to which we are entitled. The author outlines the components of typical plans the services covered and the limits and exclusions insurance companies and managed care systems may apply to deny coverage.

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