Foreword by John C. Bogle.

Introduction.

PART I: ESSENTIALS OF SUCCESSFUL INVESTING.

Chapter 1: Choose a Sound Financial Lifestyle.

Chapter 2: Start Early and Invest Regularly.

Chapter 3: Know What You're Buying: Part One.

Chapter 4: Know What You're Buying: Part Two.

Chapter 5: Preserve Your Buying Power With Inflation-Protected Bonds.

Chapter 6: How Much Do You Need To Save?

Chapter 7: Keep It Simple.

Chapter 8: Asset Allocation.

Chapter 9: Costs Matter.

Chapter 10: Taxes: Part One.

Chapter 11: Taxes: Part Two.

Chapter 12: Diversification.

Chapter 13: Performance Chasing and Market Timing Are Hazardous to Your Wealth.

Chapter 14: Savvy Ways to Invest for College.

Chapter 15: How to Manage a Windfall Successfully.

Chapter 16: Do You Need An Advisor?

PART II: FOLLOW-THROUGH STRATEGIES TO KEEP YOU ON TARGET.

Chapter 17: Track Your Progress and Rebalance When Necessary.

Chapter 18: Tune Out the "Noise".

Chapter 19: Mastering Your Investments Means Mastering Your Emotions.

Chapter 20: Making Your Money Last Longer Than You Do.

Chapter 21: Protect Your Assets By Being Well-Insured.

Chapter 22: Passing It On When You Pass On.

Chapter 23: You Can Do It.  

APPENDICES.

Appendix I: Glossary of Financial Terms.

Appendix II:  Books We Recommend.

Appendix III: Financial Web Sites We Recommend.

Appendix IV:  Vanguard Asset Allocation Questionnaire and Pie Charts.

About the Authors.

Index.