David Scott's Guide to Managing Credit and Debt (David Scott's Guides) by David L. Scott Accounting Professor

by David L. Scott

Why are credit records important? How can a family determine its debt limit? How much should an individual spend on a home? Readers of this instructive guide will find answers to these questions as well as other valuable information on managing credit and breaking the cycle of debt. In simple language addressed to the individual consumer, David Scott explains - how interest rates are calculated - how to choose a credit card - the various types of car loans - what to consider when financing the purchase of a home - how to negotiate with creditors

Mass Market Paperback

First published May 11, 2005

About the author

David Logan Scott was born and raised in Rushville, IN. He graduated from Purdue University, Florida State University, and earned a PhD in economics from the University of Arkansas. He has authored over two dozen books about investing and personal finance including Wall Street Words and the American Heritage Dictionary of Business Terms, both for Houghton Mifflin. He has also co-authored several travel books with his wife Kay W. Scott.