How Not to Lose a Million DollarsHow Not to Lose a Million Dollars How Not to Lose a Million Dollars E-Book Edition

How Not to Lose a Million Dollars

How Not to Lose a Million DollarsHow Not to Lose a Million Dollars How Not to Lose a Million Dollars E-Book Edition

It can be hard to save money and get ahead in today’s financial world—especially if you don’t start when you’re young. In this comprehensive, common sense guide to personal finance, former FDIC chair Sheila Bair gives young readers an insider’s view of the fundamentals they’ll need to navigate our economy and secure a solid financial future. Exploring everything from savings accounts to student loans to retirement planning, it’s packed with advice about what to do—and what not to do—to avoid debt and build wealth.

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  • 192 Pages
  • 7" x 9"
  • 9780807533512
  • April 2026

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  • 9780807533529
  • April 2026

Reviews

  • A practical, well-organized financial guide filled with valuable tools to help young readers avoid debt, make informed choices, and build a stable financial future. A strong addition to library collections.

    - School Library Journal

  • This helpful work will supplement any collection in need of a capitalism navigation guide for youth.

    - Booklist

  • Bair has devoted much of her career to protecting Americans’ savings, and now she’s published a book for young people about avoiding those financial leaks that siphon away future wealth.

    - Ron Charles

  • Rather than overwhelming readers with jargon, Bair presents information through simple explanations, practical advice, and realistic examples. Her focus remains on helping readers develop financial confidence and awareness.

    - School Library Journal

  • Helpful charts, colorful illustrations, graphs, and financial tips make difficult concepts easier to absorb.

    - School Library Journal

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