Search

The article reports on 47-year-old Angela Moore who had a late start in planning for her future finances but who is now intent on continuing to manage her money better. Two years ago the legal secretary started cleaning up her act and educating herself, using personal finance books and magazines. She hopes stock market returns and her home resale value will make up for lost time. She has come a long way in two years, but she's still concerned about the mistakes of her youth.

The article features Ayanna Goring, a human resource generalist from Alameda, California whose approach to managing her money were influenced by her grandparents. According to Goring, her grandparents told her stories about how they survived during the Depression period. Thus, she was inspired to save some of her money and plan for her retirement. Goring also reveals her investment and consumer strategies as well as the amount of her debt as of 2005. Finally, Goring discusses her techniques in budgeting and shopping.

Addresses a question about financial management. Advice on saving money; Guide to informing children about the financial status of the family; Information resources about financial planning.