Lifelines for Money Misfortunes: How to Overcome Life's Greatest Challenges - Hardcover

For the past three decades, Stephen Pollan has introduced thousands of individuals to innovative new strategies for dealing with their careers, money, and numerous other issues that are a part of the "business of life." Through his bestselling books?as well as television appearances and counseling services?he has empowered people to take charge of their lives.

Now, in Lifelines for Money Misfortunes, Pollan?with the help of coauthor Mark Levine?looks to share more of his cutting-edge ideas with you, regardless of your income level or comfort with handling money. Lifelines for Money Misfortunes takes a holistic approach to dealing with the unpredictable accidents, disasters, and crises that disrupt our carefully planned lives. Drawing on Pollan's expert legal and financial experience, as well as the experiences of numerous savvy professionals?including mediators, career counselors, social workers, insurance adjustors, and more?this reliable resource reveals both the secrets of personal crisis management and the tactics for overcoming catastrophes that could upset your financial equilibrium.

Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this practical guide offers effective advice on dealing with life's most serious situations. Each chapter focuses on a different crisis and presents a "Lifeline" for successfully navigating that specific circumstance. Some of the issues covered throughout these pages include:

• Your parents or adult children need financial support

• You're getting divorced

• You can't make your loan or credit card payments

• You're accused of a crime

• You're facing large, uncovered medical bills

Lifelines for Money Misfortunes also outlines coping plans that can be used to handle financial and other matters during any crisis, and illustrates the most effective ways to implement them. Filled with real-world stories of individuals who have endured the disasters discussed?including illness, job loss, and the death of a spouse?Lifelines for Money Misfortunes offers a plan for personal crisis management that can be used by anyone, no matter what type of catastrophic events they may be facing.

When it comes to tackling life's toughest challenges, we could all use more support. No one is better qualified to help you during these difficult times than Stephen Pollan, and with Lifelines for Money Misfortunes, you'll quickly discover why.