Gitman L.J., Joehnk M.D., Billingsley R. Personal Financial Planning

12th edition. — South-Western College Pub, 2010. — 576 p. — ISBN: 1439044473, 9781439044476.In the midst of today's shifting financial environment and fast-paced, changing lives, solid financial planning is more important than ever. Gitman/Joehnk/Billingsley's market-leading Personal Financial Planning, 12e provides your students with the tools, techniques, and understanding they need to define and achieve their financial goals. The book follows a life-cycle approach - addressing financial plans, assets, credit, insurance, investment, and retirement - as individuals and families progress through a lifetime.The latest updates throughout this edition reflect the most recent financial developments and research - from new tax laws to professional financial advice that considers the impact of the recent global financial crisis. This edition's inviting new design incorporates opening vignettes, cases, and numerous examples from life as well as a proven, integrated learning system to ensure understanding. Step-by-step features teach students to use today's most critical financial tools and technology, including financial planning software. CFP practice questions provide valuable practice. A complete support package, including CengageNOW online course management system, helps you put the best in personal financial planning in your students' hands.
About the Author
Lawrence J. Gitman, San Diego State University. Dr. Gitman is a prolific textbook author and has published numerous articles in a variety of finance-related journals. He is Past President of the San Diego Chapter of the Financial Executives Institute, the Midwest Finance Association, and the Academy of Financial Services. He also served as Vice President for Financial Education of the Financial Management Association. He received his bachelor’s degree from Purdue University, his M.B.A. from the University of Dayton, and his Ph.D. from the University of Cincinnati.