Living Well in a Down Economy for Dummies by Tracy Barr

Bump up your take-home pay-spiff up your resume, find a good job fast, explore telecommuting, or start a home-based businessGet your personal finances in tip-top shape-create a budget, pay down debt, save on insurance, and protect your retirement fundsDevelop recession-proof habits-use coupons and rebates, extend the life of your wardrobe, utilize community resources, travel on a budget, and save on utilities and fuel expensesDecorate on a dime and entertain on a shoestring-plan parties, celebrate the holidays, and give gifts without losing your shirtBounce back from bad financial situations-improve bad credit scores, and negotiate with creditors or the IRS Open the book and find:
125 tips for making changes in your life that allow you to continue to live wellWays to stand out on paper and in an interview when looking for a jobTips on managing debt-from working with credit counselors and consolidating your debts to boosting your incomeSmart solutions for weathering financial emergencies, from bankruptcy to foreclosure