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Pub. Date
[2013]
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The renowned broadcaster examines America's Great Recession through the eyes of those whose financial portfolios have beaten the odds, and those whose economic situation has gone off course. Through fascinating personal accounts, Howard uncovers amazing opportunities and smart decisions, finding advantages in bleak times for lasting payoffs in the long run.
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This Holiday film is based upon Louisa Mae Alcott's short story of the same title. It is set in New Hampshire shortly post Civil War and follows a young widowed mother's determination to carry on with the rearing of her three children in spite of the hardships that come about as a result of the loss of their father in the War. Things look pretty bleak nearing the Thanksgiving Holiday and the children, wishing to have a nice Thanksgiving Day dinner...
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Pub. Date
2012.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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While Tia Isa wants to save money for a car that will take the whole family to the beach, her niece does odd jobs for neighbors. But it's hard to save enough when half the money is set aside to bring family members who live far away to join them someday. Meg Medina's simple, genuine story about keeping in mind those who are far away is written in lovely, lyrical prose and brought to life through Claudio Munoz's charming characters.
Pub. Date
c2006
Description
"Clara J. Camel's birthday is coming up and Joe and his friend, Piggs the Bank, need to buy her a present. But they also want to buy the new Coconut Hero Card. Come join the fun as Joe and Piggs learn that saving money for a friend can be more fun than buying something for themselves"--Container.
631) Mississippi grind
Pub. Date
[2015]
Description
Down on his luck gambler Garry and his hot streak buddy Curtis hit the road for New Orleans, hunting the big payday. On riverboats and racetracks they chase women and thrills before risking it all in the wager of their lives.
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No matter what you rfinancial situation, God should be your source. Kevin and Rachel Dowling, Sandy Harmon, Rick and Mitzi Pudlo, Tim Abello, Kurt Barreto, and Leonardo and Iselsa Jimenez all learned what this means and saw His supernatural provision. These amazing true-life stories will help you set aside any preconceived idea you might have had so you can have your own financial breakthrough!
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Description
Many Christians view asking God for prosperity as selfish, but that only means they don't know the purpose of finances. True prosperity is neither selfish nor greedy. It's the difference between being a steward versus an owner. It's understanding that everything you have is God's anyway! In this series, Andrew will show you what God's Word has to say about prosperity, biblical principles for handling money, and the power of partnership.
Pub. Date
c2010
Description
"Why do many of us make major financial decisions on the basis of "gut feelings" rather than logic? And why is it that some investors can't stand taking risks with their hard-earned money, while others recklessly buy into market bubbles? Researchers in the new academic fields of Behavioral Finance and Neuroeconomics are trying to come up with answers. Although not yet conclusive, their finds suggest that emotional and psychological factors play a...
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Description
Tony Robbins returns with the final book in his financial freedom trilogy by unveiling the power of alternative investments. Robbins, and renowned investor Christopher Zook, takes you on a journey to interview a dozen of the world's most successful investors in private equity, private credit, private real estate, and venture capital. They share their favorite strategies and insights in this practical guidebook.
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The Retirement Gamble reveals how fees, self-dealing, and kickbacks bring great profits to Wall Street while imperiling the prospects of a secure future for individuals. The film questions who has the consumer's best interests in mind, and whether there is a better way to manage our retirements.
Pub. Date
[2009]
Description
Chicka chicka 1,2,3: See what happens when 101 numbers race each other up an apple tree, and bad bumble bees come buzzing. Which number will save the day? -- How much is a million?: What does a million really mean? A trillion? Explains the concepts of a million, a billion, and a trillion. -- If you made a million: What's it like to have a million dollars? A guide to various forms of money.
638) Dangerous intimacy
Pub. Date
2010.
Description
Through never-before-seen archival footage and interviews with renowned scholars, examines Mark Twain's final years when, after his wife's death, his secretary Isabel Lyon nearly took control of his estate.
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