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Money ManualsMoney is often seen as a taboo subject, but when so many people are suffering the pain of debt and the pressures to conform to a materialistic lifestyle are so strong, it is time to take action.

All our moneymanuals can also be downloaded in pdf format free of charge by clicking on the links below.

Better Money Management Series (Moneymanuals)

Managing money is a challenge for most people.

Some of the common questions faced are:

 

This series of easy-to-understand Moneymanuals seek to answer these general questions, as well as addressing, in a down-to-earth and practical way, the specific money worries of different groups of people.

These booklets are invaluable to anyone wanting to bring their finances under control.

Ed Mayo, the Chief Executive of Consumer Focus, says of our money education resources:

"Not many consumers feel confident in managing their money, and yet there are few parts of our lives that carry the same degree of risk if it all goes wrong. These booklets by Credit Action are simply invaluable."

Money Manual for Savings & Investments

Moneymanual - Savings & Investments

Savings and Investments is a practical and easy-to-follow manual that offers clear advice and guidance on a range of issues to do with saving and investments.

So, start saving now and you can say goodbye to money stress, and say hello to a brighter financial future!

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£1.00
Money Manual for Single Parents

Moneymanual - Single Parents

For many single parents, looking after children alone is stressful enough, but a very large number will also face real pressure when it comes to handling money.

This self-help guide is designed to provide real hope, and practical advice, to the many single parents who are currently struggling with their finances.

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£1.75
Money Manual - Thinking about Money

Moneymanual - Thinking about Money

With over-indebtedness spiralling to the highest level ever, it has never been more essential to know how to handle money.

This guide will help you to:

  • Work out where your money is going and help you make it go further
  • Shows when and how to use credit wisely
  • Give tips on saving and insurance
  • And give you the confidence you need to take control of your money before it totally controls you.

 

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£1.50

 

Money Manual for Dealing with Debt

Moneymanual - Dealing with Debt

A self-help guide to dealing with personal debt.

This is a practical manual for people who are in debt and want clear, step by step advice on all the major difficulties including:

  • How to prepare a financial statement
  • How to prioritise your debts
  • How to negotiate with your creditors
  • Where you can go for help
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£1.25

 

Money Manual for Students

Moneymanual - for Students

With the switch from student grants to loans and now with the introduction of tuition fees it is more important than ever to handle money wisely at university.

The National Union of Students indicate that this is the major worry students have and many end up dropping out from their courses because of it.

 

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This guide is now out of stock, please check back in the autumn when we will have the next edition available.

 

Redundancy Moneymanual

Moneymanual -Coping with Redundancy

In this time of economic uncertainty, many people are faced with the harsh reality of redundancy. To help in such a situation, Credit Action has produced this guide to help you work through the practical steps you can take to steer a safe passage through stormy financial waters if you, or someone you know, lose your job.

Topics covered include:

  • What you are entitled to from your employer
  • What support you can get from the government
  • How to manage your finances
  • How to plan for the future
  • Where you can go for help

 

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£1.00

 

Money Manual Polish Edition

Moneymanual - Pomyśl o pieniądzach

Rozsądne zarządzanie pieniędzmi i robienie planów finansowych na przyszłość, to dwie z najważniejszych umiejętności przydatnych w codziennym życiu.

Jednakże, jak wykazało niedawne badanie opinii, około 29% dorosłych Brytyjczyków uważa, że uzyskanie niezależnej i prostej porady finansowej nie jest łatwe.
Podejmowanie decyzji dotyczących finansów jest wyzwaniem dla każdego, bez względu na poziom dochodów.

Książka ta ma pomóc czytelnikowi w znalezieniu prostych i jasnych odpowiedzi na te pytania oraz doradzić gdzie jeszcze można szukać wsparcia.

Dzięki niej czytelnik zdobędzie pewność, że rozumie podstawy dobrego zarządzania własnymi finansami.

 
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