Find out what mysteries await inside the Magic Money Machine and how they just might be the solutions to help you meet your financial goals. This guide to personal finance follows the author, a personal finance coach, as he attends a charity fundraiser, where he encounters a mysterious box containing coin-producing widgets that are up for auction. He meets up with a diverse series of friends: a nonprofit credit counselor, a certified financial planner, a landlord, and a combat veteran who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder. You'll absorb nuggets of financial wisdom that Piersall has collected over his four decades of industry experience, almost by accident, as you learn about the mysterious widgets. Reading this book will be some of the most profitable time and money you'll ever spend, and it will show you how to prepare for hard times. It is the treasure map that can lead you toward enjoying an early retirement while you're still young and healthy. It may even rid your life of money-related anxiety, sleeplessness, high blood pressure, and family discord. This book is Marvin L. Piersall's entertaining but serious explanation of how the average working American can navigate the financial storms of life and still achieve lifelong financial stability. Through the narrative, the author skillfully delivers financial wisdom that just may change your life.

When a Secret service agent arrives to investigate their harmless practical joke, two teen-age boys are put on the trail of a gang of counterfeiters.

What does money mean? Where does it come from and how does it work? In this highly topical book, Mary Mellor, an expert on money, examines money’s social, political and commercial histories to debunk longstanding myths such as money being in short supply and needing to come from somewhere. Arguing that money’s immense social value means that its creation and circulation should be a matter of democratic choice, she sets out a new finance system, based on green and feminist concerns, to bring radical change for social good.

The president of the United States's speech, Therefore, by the grace of God, I humbly ask Congress to grant me this Executive Order, so that whatever we do, in word or deed, we shall do all in his name. For this is once and for all, who we are, President John Henry declared with firm conviction. To my children, I promise, from the rising of the sun, until the end of the world, America will stand against oppression and we will win. We shall provide the light when nothing but darkness and tyranny rained down upon us, and we will win. We shall champion the cause of freedom for every man, woman, and child in this world, and we will win. I will not shrink from this challenge, I welcome it. Hope is what we dream about, when we are awake. John pauses, looks at his children, and speaks softly, In my heart, I know it to be true, that this, one nation under God, is the last hero in a heartless world of tyranny and oppression. God bless our children. God bless America!

"My stomach feels like it's tied up in a knot. My knees lock up, and my face feels hot. You know what I mean? I'm Wilma Jean, The Worry Machine." Anxiety is a subjective sense of worry, apprehension, and/or fear. It is considered to be the number one health problem in America. Although quite common, anxiety disorders in children are often misdiagnosed and overlooked. Everyone feels fear, worry and apprehension from time to time, but when these feelings prevent a person from doing what he/she wants and/or needs to do, anxiety becomes a disability. This fun and humorous book addresses the problem of anxiety in a way that relates to children of all ages. It offers creative strategies for parents and teachers to use that can lessen the severity of anxiety. The goal of the book is to give children the tools needed to feel more in control of their anxiety. For those worries that are not in anyone's control (i.e. the weather) a worry hat is introduced. A fun read for Wilmas of all ages! Includes a note to parents and educators with tips on dealing with an anxious child.

Devon dreams of being rich. He looks forward to the day when he can drive fast cars, wear expensive closes, and travel around the world. But he has a problem; he doesn’t understand money. He’s spent the last three summers working at Brew-sters Coffee Emporium for that reason. The master barista, Pops, knows a lot about money. Pops is a mysterious man with many secrets and not everything is as it seems. Legend has it many of his previous pupils have gone on to be wealthy entrepreneurs and powerful political leaders. Others have simply disappeared. Using magic, parables, and fables, Pops slowly reveals the ancient secrets of wealth and success. Witnessing historical events firsthand, Devon experiences the power of the Financial Trilogy and the wisdom of the Universal Law of Success. He also learns what money is and what it isn’t and how the dark force wants to keep him from his dreams and enslave him for the rest of his life. In the end, Devon learns his most important lesson of all—Pops’ tutelage is priceless, but it’s not free.

Named the best personal finance book on the market by Consumers Union, Jane Bryant Quinn's bestseller Making the Most of Your Money has been completely revised and updated to provide a guide to financial recovery, independence, and success in the new economy. Getting your financial life on track and keeping it there -- nothing is more important to your family and you. This proven, comprehensive guidebook steers you around the risks and helps you make smart and profitable decisions at every stage of your life. Are you single, married, or divorced? A parent with a paycheck or a parent at home? Getting your first job or well along in your career? Helping your kids in college or your parents in their older age? Planning for retirement? Already retired and worried about how to make your money last? You'll find ideas to help you build your financial security here. Jane Bryant Quinn answers more questions more completely than any other personal-finance author on the market today. You'll reach for this book again and again as your life changes and new financial decisions arise. Here are just a few of the important subjects she examines: • Setting priorities during and after a financial setback, and bouncing back • Getting the most out of a bank while avoiding fees • Credit card and debit card secrets that will save you money • Family matters -- talking money before marriage and mediating claims during divorce • Cutting the cost of student debt, and finding schools that will offer big "merit" scholarships to your child • The simplest ways of pulling yourself out of debt • Why it's so important to jump on the automatic-savings bandwagon • Buying a house, selling one, or trying to rent your home when buyers aren't around • Why credit scores are more important than ever, plus tips on keeping yours in the range most attractive to lenders • Investing made easy -- mutual funds that are tailor-made for your future retirement • What every investor needs to know about building wealth • How an "investment policy" helps you make wise decisions in any market • The essential tax-deferred retirement plans, from 401(k)s to Individual Retirement Accounts -- and how to manage them • How to invest in real estate at a bargain price (and how to spot something that looks like a bargain but isn't) • Eleven ways of keeping a steady income while you're retired, even after a stock market crash • Financial planning -- what it means, how you do it, and where to find good planners Page by page, Quinn leads you through the pros and cons of every decision, to help you make the choice that will suit you best. This is the single personal-finance book that no family should be without.

“If you’re looking for advice that will help you start investing right away, Invest Like a Girl delivers this and more. Jessica’s engaging guide will help women close the wealth gap, start important conversations, and finance their biggest dreams.”—Tiffany “the Budgetnista” Aliche, New York Times bestselling author of Get Good with Money In a world where many women need to contend with the gender pay gap, take career breaks to raise families, and account for their longer lifespans when saving for retirement, investing is a surefire way to put yourself on firm financial footing. And when women do start investing, they often land higher returns than men. However, as Dr. Jessica Spangler discovered when she shared her financial know-how online, understanding that investing is crucial is just the beginning. Many of her followers, as well as her real-life friends, coworkers, and even patients, wanted to know exactly how and where they could start. With Invest Like a Girl, Jessica shares the essential information and offers the game plans that women need to begin investing right away and according to their unique financial profiles. Filled with easy-to-implement tools, practical strategies, and real-life examples, this go-to guide to investing will provide the blueprint for you to take the next step with your money, teaching you how to ● Prep your finances: Get a clear picture of your net worth and know exactly how much you can allocate for investing—no matter your income. ● Pick up the lingo of investing: Understand the differences between ETFs, index funds, mutual funds, bonds, and options—and weigh the pros and cons of each. ● Manage risk without breaking a sweat: Determine your risk tolerance with a short quiz, learn to use the ups and downs of the market to your benefit, and discover how investing helps you beat inflation. ● Craft a customized strategy: Outline your most important financial goals, figure out your personal investing style, and decide how to allocate your assets with the help of worksheets, checklists, and sample portfolios along the way. Whether you’re looking to achieve financial independence, make strides toward important life goals, or set aside enough for retirement, Invest Like a Girl will get you up to speed and empower you to start investing and make sound decisions about your money.

Although each of the Abia series books have been written to stand alone, Abia Book One laid the basic foundation for Abia Book Two. Abia Book Two and the remainder of the Abia series books builds on and enhances the adventures originated in Abia Book One. All of the Abia series books are unique and if any two words could best describe them the words would be very different, and in more ways than one. The name obeah (sometimes called obi) is banned among some cultures. Although the names and circumstances are fictitious, the text is based on facts gathered from practitioners of the art.

Embark on an enchanting adventure through the captivating world of finance with "Your First Steps in Banking: A Kid’s Journey through the World of Money." Join Author Kassem Lahham, your trusty guide, as he leads you through an exhilarating exploration of financial literacy tailored for young minds aged 6-15. Drawing from over three decades of experience as a Private Banker and Wealth Manager across Europe and the Arabian Peninsula, Kassem Lahham infuses this book with personal anecdotes, simplified explanations, and interactive activities to make learning about money management, savings, investments, and smart spending both engaging and educational. From the origins of money to the digital currency era, embark on a journey through the historical context of finance, gaining a comprehensive understanding of its evolution and impact on our daily lives. Discover the power of financial literacy as Kassem Lahham emphasizes its importance and advocates for its inclusion in school curriculum to empower future generations.