Financial independence (getting to point X)
Subtitle: a comprehensive tax-smart wealth management guide
By: John J. Vento
Contributors: Oros, Bob, writer of foreword
Edition: Second edition.
Publisher: Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
Published: 2018
Language: eng
Number of pages: 462
ISBN-13: 9781119510345
Copyright date: 2018
Subjects: Personal Finance
Description: "Discover how the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 will change your journey to financial independence and what you need to do now to take advantage of the new law Financial Independence (Getting to Point X) offers practical, time-tested advice for reaching your financial goals whatever they may be. Whether you're recovering from debt, putting kids through college, planning for retirement, starting your own business, or just seeking a healthier financial outlook, this book shows you how to get it done. No platitudes or empty advice here just a clear roadmap to your goals, based on the effective management of the 10 Key Wealth Management Issues that threaten to derail us all. This new second edition has been updated to reflect President Trumps massive income tax changes. These historic changes will reduce the tax obligation of most Americans, but not all. This is the most significant tax reform in over 30 years, rendering old advice obsolete while opening new opportunities. This edition also includes a new chapter on becoming financially independent by starting your own business. Author John Vento knows exactly what these new laws entail, and this book puts his wisdom of experience to work for you to help you get on track to financial freedom. Saving, budgeting, managing debt, minimizing taxes, and living within your means all classic financial advice, but easier said than done, right? In this book, you'll find real, practical advice for actually doing it to the extent that makes sense for you. Understand the enormous changes taking place in the federal income tax code Learn which financial strategies have become obsolete, and what new opportunities you should take advantage of Negotiate your way through the 10 Key Wealth Management Issues with expert advice Find out if you have what it takes to reach financial independence by starting your own business Follow a clear roadmap to financial independence, no matter how you define it The goal is not perfection on all fronts, its simply tailoring your journey to suit your destination. No unnecessary deprivation, no obsessive adjusting simply paying attention to key issues may be enough, depending on your goal. Regulatory changes close some doors but open others, and opportunities still exist if you know where to look. Financial Independence (Getting to Point X) provides you with a roadmap to financial freedom, so that you can achieve your life goals and dreams."--
Notes: Revised edition of the author's Financial independence (getting to point X), c2013.

Includes index.
Table of contents: title: Foreword / by Bob Oros; title: Introduction: Getting to point X; title: Committing to living within your means; title: Understanding taxes; title: Determining your financial position; title: Managing debt; title: Insuring your health and life; title: Protecting your property with insurance; title: Paying for college; title: Planning for retirement; title: Managing your investments; title: Preserving your estate; title: Starting your own business; title: The time value of money; title: Appendix A: Selecting a trusted advisor; title: Appendix B: 101 ways to save $20 or more per week; title: Appendix C: Basic concepts and definitions of various types of taxes.