You're finally free—so now what?
You've passed the last final, and suddenly you're expected to know how to do all sorts of grown-up things—get a job, rent an apartment, pay for health insurance. The only problem is, no one ever told you how to do these things. Take a deep breath, because What They Don't Teach You in College is a crash course in Life 101.
Your Job
- soar through all the new-hire paperwork
- create the best benefits package for you
Your Money
- live large on a small but smart budget
- control your student loan payments
Your Health
- keep insurance costs low
- get to know your HMO
Your Apartment
- spot the most dangerous traps in your lease
- keep roommate headaches to a minimum
Your Taxes
- make filing your returns a breeze
- discover simple ways to increase your refund
Your Car
- avoid used car pitfalls
- negotiate like a pro for your first new car
Packed with helpful checklists for every situation, easy definitions of essential terms and practical advice from an experienced lawyer, What They Don't Teach You in College makes life's major decisions as easy as 1, 2, 3.
Say good-bye to college and hello to your new life!