In this new and expanded edition of one of the biggest selling financial-planning books ever, Chilton simplifies the complex puzzles of personal finance and helps you achieve financial independence. With the help of his fictional barber, Roy, and a large dose of humor, Chilton shows you how youcan take control of your financial future slowly, steadily, and with sure success. Chilton's plan (detailed in an entertaining story) is no get-rich-quick scheme, but it does make financial independence possible on nothing more than an average salary. Even if you consider yourself a financial basket-case, Chilton explains how you can easily put an effective financial plan into action.About the Author"David Chilton is the president of Financial Awareness Corporation, a financial consulting firm. "The Wealthy Barber" and "The Wealthy Barber Returns" TV shows have enjoyed tremendous popularity since first airing on Public Television in the spring of 1993.