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The Money Manual

Everything You Actually Need to Know About Personal Finance

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The practical, no-nonsense guide to expertly managing your personal finances.


From mortgages and pensions to tax codes and ISAs, money can be a mystery. But, personal finance expert and Accountant Abigail Foster is here to answer your questions and help you navigate any challenge you may face.

Packed with expert advice, real-life examples and practical takeaways, The Money Manual will help you discover:
  • What your tax code really means
  • How the UK’s economy impacts you
  • What to expect when buying your first home
  • How to beat the exchange rate when travelling abroad
  • When to access your pension and how best to save for your retirement
  • How to pass financial information on to others, and much more!
By demystifying obscure economic processes and complex financial language, The Money Manual empowers you to learn everything you wish you knew about personal finance. With clarity and confidence, you can radically improve your financial wellbeing.

© Abigail Foster 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025

About Abigail Foster

Abigail Foster is a Chartered Accountant and founder of Elent Finance, a financial education company designed to demystify the world of finance and empower you to achieve financial wellbeing.

Abigail has worked with leading financial institutions across the UK, including HMRC, the Bank of England and Downing Street, and global companies such as Google and Goldman Sachs. She hosts a weekly money segment on LBC radio and has also appeared as a finance expert on ITV, Channel 5 and Sky News.
Details
  • Imprint: Ebury Digital
  • ISBN: 9781529980097
  • Price: £14.00
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