Suze Orman wants you to know why she is publishing an Action Plan for 2010 and beyond- 2009, she explains, was a unique period of economic crisis in this country, with the jobless rate reaching highs unseen for decades, industries contracting, lines of credit being shut down, the stock market experiencing stomach-churning volatility, and real estate values plummeting. A book dedicated to that frightening time--a year you couldn't afford to make mistakes with your money--was absolutely necessary. But 2010 and beyond presents its own challenges. According to Suze, we have years to go before we as a country and as individuals can recover from the economic crisis and feel confident that we are on steady ground; therefore, it is just as important now to know the right financial moves and the right financial mindset for this period, what she calls "the new normal." The goal, as ever, is financial security and a sense that you are in control of your money. The ways to achieve this, in view of changing regulations and market forces, is not what it was even one year ago. SUZE ORMAN'S ACTION PLAN updates all relevant information and strategies from the 2009 plan, and the guidance it offers will be kept continually up-to-the-minute on Suze's website--www.suzeorman.com. Times have changed and the rules have changed, but financial security is still the goal. Do you know how to get there? There is a new reality out there-a new normal. What was once certain-that you would be able to retire comfortably, that you would pay for your kids' education, that your home would appreciate in value-is no longer a sure thing. So much has changed on the financial landscape that it's hard to know which moves are the right ones to make. Suze Orman's million-copy bestselling financial action plan-fully revised and updated-will show you the way. NEW TIMES CALL FOR NEW RULES-AND THIS IS WHAT SUZE ORMAN'S ACTION PLANDELIVERS- . up-to-date information on new legislation that could affect how you will achieve your financial goals . an explanation of new FICO practices, and a new strategy for dealing with credit cards when you're trying to get out of debt . sound advice about rebuidling your retirement plan, and what to do if you're already retired . guidance on how to live within your means, and strategies to keep you on the path to achieving your goals in this new age of financial honesty PLUS AN ALL-NEW CHAPTER ON KIDS AND MONEY-how to give your kids a solid financial education, no matter their age!