Real Economics

The author of The Celebration Chronicles - an exposé of Disney’s small town community development - returns to the outskirts of the Magic Kingdom with Sunbelt Blues, an eye-opening investigation of America’s rural and suburban homelessness crisis, told through a searing portrait of precarious living in Disney World’s backyard.

For some of the world's most powerful people, the Empire State Building is the ultimate prize. In a riveting chronicle of betrayal, revenge, family rivalry, and raw greed, Wall Street Journal columnist Pacelle tells the compelling tale of the Empire State Building ownership battle of the 1980s and '90s, bringing to life a colorful cast of characters that includes Donald Trump, Leona Helmsley, and the eccentric Japanese billionaire Hideki Yokoi.

The subprime mortgage crisis has already wreaked havoc on the lives of millions of people, and now it threatens to derail the U.S. economy and economies around the world. In this trenchant book, best-selling economist Robert Shiller reveals the origins of this crisis and puts forward bold measures to solve it.

These days in America, racism is sporadic, not systemic. Racism is universally viewed as one of the worst characteristics a person can have. Activists invoke it so often because it is such an effective cudgel.

The ancestors of Nelson Madiba Mandela send him back to the world to look for his brother Justice. The two of them in their youthful days on earth had sold the prized cow of regent King Jongintaba and fled to Johannesburg in search of a better life. Everywhere Madiba goes,he asks, "Have you seen Justice?" But Justice, it seems, is like the elephant the seven blind men went looking for.This thrilling and pulsating historical fiction is the first in a series of Madiba comings. Rich in African history, tradition, and socio-economic nuance, it beautifully encapsulates the story of South Africa,...

Did you know that anyone who is legal age and is a citizen of the United States has the right to file his or her own free 20-acre claim on government land. The Congress of the United States put this right and privilege into law. Find out how you can file your claim today! Download this audiobook now! You and your family will benefit for years to come! The current administration has indicated they will not challenge the law.

Veteran New York Times economics reporter Edmund L. Andrews was intimately aware of the dangers posed by easy mortgages from fast-buck lenders. But, eager to buy a home and start a new life, he gave in to temptation and began a surreal adventure into the mortgage mayhem that nearly wrecked our economy. Busted weaves together the author's own ride to the edge of bankruptcy with the tragicomic stories of his lenders, Wall Street pros, and policymakers in Washington.

The inspiring story of a pioneering program that is redefining urban young adults as economic assets, not deficits. During Gerald Chertavian’s many years as a Big Brother, the former technology entrepreneur realized that our nation’s "Opportunity Divide" strands millions of young, disadvantaged, yet motivated workers at the bottom of the job ladder. In 2000 Chertavian dedicated his life to closing that divide, and Year Up was born.

Since Mark Zuckerberg has decided to deploy 10 billion dollars and bet the future of his company on building the metaverse, the world has gone crazy. People who never invested a penny in their lives became “professional metaverse investors” overnight, and the internet was flooded with poor advice on how to take advantage of this newborn market. Unfortunately, most wannabe investors will lose their life savings and a lifetime opportunity. But do not worry, because today, you can get the Bible of metaverse and NFT investing and separate yourself from them once and for all.

Pandemics wreak havoc in every phase of our lives. Real estate is an area that is deeply affected with the current economic and health pandemic. PANDEMIC Real Estate is written for buyers, sellers and Realtors®. Should you buy a home now? What are the advantages and disadvantages? What should you do if you need to sell your home at this time? Are there things you should do differently now because of the Pandemic? If you are a Realtor®, can you or should you continue? What can you do to save your business? This book will help answer these questions. Find the answers and get moving now. Do ...

Tessa Distor invites you on an eye-opening journey where new and seasoned real estate investors will learn the profound impact inflation, government policies, and market trends can have on property values. Armed with her insight, you’ll be better equipped to see the challenges and seize the opportunities to make result-driven investments.

Now, with his keen, objective insight and wizardry with numbers, Hacker tackles the emotionally charged issue that preoccupies us: wealth and its distribution. Hacker's answers are surprising and fascinating, illuminating the financial condition of every strata of America.Shattering all the taboos we have on the subjects of wealth, poverty, and worth, Money is essential listening for anyone who wants to know more about their slice of the American pie.

●日本人の6人に1人は貧困層、世界で7億人超が絶対的貧困…●世界と日本のデータが明かす「見えない貧困」の真実とは？●読めば、この国の「幸せのかたち」が見えてくる！

Personal Finance for the Real World teaches the basics of personal finance by involving the listener in various financial exercises and eventually constructing a personal financial plan. Users not only track their spending for a month, but also set personal financial goals and incorporate them into a realistic budget. This book also teaches time-value of money calculations, which enable listeners to calculate their necessary monthly savings in order to reach targeted investment goals.

It is no secret; housing has reached unprecedented levels of unaffordability. Anybody participating in or paying attention to this market has likely been taken aback by the current state of affairs. Why is this happening? Who is to blame? Can we expect it to settle down? These are but a few of the questions answered in this exciting book about the current state of the housing market. Filled with both analytical data and anecdotes alike, you can come away with a new depth of understanding into the differing aspects affecting our housing market.

This book is an investigation into the current debate about income inequality among intellectuals. I intend to show that this focus is misplaced and should be centered on the issue of assisting the most unfortunate in a given society.

Edmar Lisboa Bacha revisita a trajetória acadêmica e profissional que o levou até o mais bem-sucedido projeto de estabilização econômica do Brasil.

A Better Black Wall Street is a book that focuses on a movement aimed at creating a robust economic system for Black Americans and those in need. The book delves into the world of Business Transparency, emphasizing Trust, Integrity, Openness, and more. Leveraging technology, communication, and AI, the goal is to foster unity through interviews, discussions, storytelling, and the reinvention of true brotherhood and sisterhood to maintain a strong sense of community.

How to make your first profitable real estate investment in just 5 easy steps - even if you have absolutely no investing experience whatsoever! Strategies to maximize your real estate investing profits - you'll be amazed at how easy it is to make money investing in real estate when you follow these simple tips! How to manage the risk associated with investing in real estate - including the single most important thing you can do to protect yourself from loss! How to make your property look its very best - without spending a fortune.

This book provides a comprehensive and in-depth analysis of the financial reports and performance of the Trump Taj Mahal and the broader casino industry. From the early years of the casino industry to the complex and rapidly changing landscape of today, this book explores a range of topics, including the rise and fall of Trump's casino empire, the labor disputes and bankruptcy that led to the closure of the Trump Taj Mahal, and the impact of the closure on Atlantic City and the broader gambling industry. The book also delves into broader topics related to casino economics, including the ...