<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[bl results for ca:33* AND nw:[0 TO 180]]]></title><description><![CDATA[bl results for ca:33* AND nw:[0 TO 180]]]></description><link>https://gateway.bibliocommons.com/v2/libraries/tacoma/rss/search?query=ca%3A33%2A%20AND%20nw%3A%5B0%20TO%20180%5D&amp;searchType=bl&amp;origin=core-catalog-explore&amp;sort=NEWLY_ACQUIRED&amp;suppress=true&amp;title=Economics&amp;view=grouped</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 07:49:28 GMT</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Parent Like A Millionaire (without Being One)]]></title><description><![CDATA[From two leaders of the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement, an essential guide to the finances of having and raising kids no matter the size of your budget New parents are often stressed about their finances. Even Kristy Shen and Bryce Leung--who both retired at age 30 with over a million dollars in the bank--worried about the cost of becoming parents. Leaders of the FIRE (financial independence, retire early) movement, Kristy and Bryce may not be experts at parenting, but they are experts at saving. In this book, they reveal how to: Make your money work harder than you doAvoid the pressure to buy baby gear you don't needFind your nest, optimize transportation, and hack childcareGo on unlimited family vacationsGive your child a world-class educationEach chapter in this book is filled with money-saving tips--and more money means less stress, which leads to happier families. The financial advice in this book is tailored to help you reduce your stress so that your family can thrive.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177708</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177708</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Shen, Kristy]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2177708102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Outsmart Big Baby, Save on Childcare, and Secure your Family&apos;s Financial Future</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9780593719077/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1529894864</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Money Habit]]></title><description><![CDATA["Money. What if you never had to worry about it again? In the follow-up to his international bestseller Profit First, entrepreneur and money expert Mike Michalowicz reveals how to achieve financial freedom by working with your natural habits rather than trying to change them. His Profit First model has already helped over a million businesses and entrepreneurs achieve financial independence. Now, with The Money Habit, he brings that proven system to personal finance. Most financial advice demands strict budgets, sacrifice, and cutting back on life's joys, yet only 9% of people stick with these approaches. Other systems rely on complex tools or require adopting entirely new behaviors, leading to similarly grim results. Michalowicz offers a radically simple alternative, guiding you to leverage your existing habits for financial success. By categorizing money into distinct bank accounts, you will instantly gain cash clarity, track spending, and feel empowered, all while maintaining financial responsibility. He provides actionable steps to align your finances with your lifestyle and goals -- whether those are to get out of debt, spend some money, save for a big purchase, or plan for the future -- illustrated with lessons from his own journey, from losing his first fortune to regaining financial freedom. The truth is humans have always been wired for financial success, yet we are trying to master methods that work against our natural tendencies. The Money Habit is different: it simply activates what's already within you. This essential guide delivers a proven, sustainable approach to financial stability, security, and long-term wealth without forcing you to change who you are. All you need to do is activate your money habit."-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177703</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177703</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Michalowicz, Mike]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2177703102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>The Worry-free Way to Financial Independence</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781774586433/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1506283633</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Invest in Gold and Silver]]></title><description><![CDATA[Written in clear layman's terms, this forward-thinking book is packed with information to help gold and silver investors navigate an exciting, timely, and largely unexplored market.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177698</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177698</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Durrett, Don]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2177698102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>A Complete Guide With A Focus on Mining Stocks</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781427650245/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1573844347</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Automatic Millionaire]]></title><description><![CDATA["Since The Automatic Millionaire was originally written, the number of millionaires in the United States alone has doubled to over ten million. And as Bach explains in his famous, upbeat, can do motivational tone its easier now than ever to become an Automatic Millionaire. And yet too many American's are missing out on what Bach calls the greatest investment opportunity of our lifetime. The time to change this is now. Today's game changing times demand a game changing plan--and The Automatic Millionaire continues to offer that plan for millions of Americans."-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177529</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177529</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bach, David]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2177529102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>A Powerful One-step Plan to Live and Finish Rich</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9798217086634/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1528767245</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friends That Invest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ever wondered how the stock market works, but felt too intimidated to ask? Then this is the book for you! In this straightforward, inclusive guide to investing, Simran Kaur teaches the essential principles you can apply to any market, anywhere in the world. In Friends That Invest, you're invited to join a supportive, thriving community of people who are building a better financial future. Get the practical, step-by-step guidance you need to start your investing journey today. In this updated edition, you'll find a brand-new chapter that unpacks how to invest your first $1000, with the simple actions you can take to become an investor sooner.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177696</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177696</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kaur, Simran]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2177696102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Your Guide to Financial Independence Through Shares and Stocks</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781394377770/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1557283903</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Credit Repair Kit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Need a credit makeover? You're definitely not alone: Millions of Americans are struggling with one or more credit-related issues. But don't despair! Credit Repair Kit For Dummies is packed full of simple, proven methods for escaping the quicksand and taking the concrete steps needed to build up a solid score.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177691</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177691</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bucci, Steve]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2177691102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle></subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781394375301/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1568765410</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fly!]]></title><description><![CDATA["Whether you're in your sixties or twenties-single, married, rebuilding after a devastating loss, or simply wanting to feel more prepared for the unexpected-this book is for every woman ready to take control over her financial life. Steph Wagner, National Director of Women and Wealth at Northern Trust, offers an empowering, tools-based approach to help you achieve financial freedom and thrive for years to come.Steph Wagner appeared to have it all-a beautiful family and a picture-perfect life-until her husband of nearly 20 years suddenly abandoned their family to run off with another woman. A stay-at-home mom, Steph found herself facing financial devastation and some heavy emotional baggage. Her enviable life concealed the secrets of a harrowing childhood fraught with domestic abuse, and her divorce reopened old wounds. In the years since, Steph has built a thrilling new life and a powerhouse career as a nationally recognized authority on women's economic security. A model of resiliency and resourcefulness, her riveting personal story and hard-earned financial expertise have helped women across the country reclaim their financial futures. Her debut book, Fly! offers invaluable insights to help you: Uncover the roots of your relationship with money Evaluate your current financial landscape and learn how to make confident decisions around your wealth Set transformative goals and craft a comprehensive plan to turn your vision into reality Cultivate an empowering, supportive network Discover how financial independence can enhance your relationships and unlock exciting new opportunities Fly! is a call to action. And this journey isn't just about money; it's also about seizing new opportunities, pursuing your dreams, and living life on your own terms"-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177695</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177695</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Wagner, Steph]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2177695102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>A Woman&apos;s Guide to Financial Freedom and Building A Life You Love</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781637747650/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1492497353</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Personal Finance After 50]]></title><description><![CDATA["Getting to your 50th birthday brings the wisdom that comes with navigating life's ups and downs. It can also bring anxiety if you've not thought ahead to how to manage your finances in your golden years. Don't worry--this book helps you relieve that anxiety. Dig in to discover how to create a solid retirement plan, manage insurance and healthcare costs, get answers to all your estate planning questions, and beyond. Set yourself up with a sustainable financial future, so you can relax and enjoy your second act!"--Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177709</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177709</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Tyson, Eric]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2177709102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle></subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781394350483/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1541739556</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Well Endowed]]></title><description><![CDATA[This personal finance guide addresses major financial decisions commonly faced in adulthood, including housing, marriage, family planning, insurance, and retirement. Building on foundational money-management concepts, the author focuses on strategic spending and long-term wealth accumulation aligned with individual values and goals. Drawing on professional experience in finance, the book presents practical guidance on balancing present needs with future financial security and planning for personal and intergenerational wealth.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167608</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167608</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Tu, Vivian]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2167608102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>The Secrets to Strategic Spending, Building A Financial Foundation for You and your Family, and Creating Lasting Generational Wealth</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9780063452343/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1557410074</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teach A Kid to Save]]></title><description><![CDATA["This comprehensive guide helps parents teach their children about money through a fun and practical mini-economy system. Kids get hands-on experience with earning, saving, spending, and even entrepreneurship, making financial education engaging and effective"-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177712</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177712</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Day, Stephen H.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2177712102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>A Fun, Hands-on Approach to Building Smart Money Habits</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9780800747534/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1523851100</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's Time to Talk]]></title><description><![CDATA[A step-by-step roadmap to confidence in financial management and money communication for women--written by a woman with decades of personal and professional experience in finance]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167640</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167640</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Schroeder, Sheila]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2167640102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>A Woman&apos;s Guide to Navigating Money Conversations</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781394380817/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1570602376</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Oak and the Larch]]></title><description><![CDATA["Russia has three times as many trees as there are stars in our galaxy. From the Baltic to the Pacific, from the Arctic to the steppes of Central Asia, Russia's forests account for nearly one-fifth of the world's wooded lands. In this astonishing work of cultural and environmental history, award-winning journalist, critic, and scholar Sophie Pinkham presents the first-ever English-language exploration of this vast expanse, offering an eloquent and absorbing account of how forests have shaped Russia. Written from the ground up, The Oak and the Larch spans centuries, from medieval times to the present, and draws on literature, art, music, and original reportage. Pinkham describes the varied forests and trees that grow within Russia's borders, from the hardy Siberian larch to the majestic oaks of central Russia, and the diverse peoples who live deep in the Russian wilderness and make their living there. She analyzes the forest's role in Russia's long history of imperial conquest-including its attacks on Ukraine today-and discusses the ways the mythologies of the forest shaped Russian culture, from pre-Christian forest spirits to the great works of Russian literature, from Turgenev to Tolstoy, from Chekhov to Nabokov and beyond. By examining Russia from the forest's perspective, The Oak and the Larch offers an urgent new understanding of the nature of Russian power, and of Russia's ideas of itself"-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167504</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167504</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Pinkham, Sophie]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2167504102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>A Forest History of Russia and Its Empires</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781324036685/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1519442284</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saving the Nisqually Delta]]></title><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177232</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177232</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gates, Janine]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2177232102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle></subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9780999584910/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1570839062</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Be A Rich Old Lady]]></title><description><![CDATA["Amanda Holden spent years working in investment management, where she saw exactly who gets access to the power, ease, and opportunity money can bring--and it wasn't people like her friends. She also saw how the financial system is designed to feel exclusive and confusing, and how it blames individuals for economic problems they didn't create. So, Amanda left her finance job to launch Invested Development, a financial education company where she has taught more than twenty-five thousand students how to invest with radical clarity, accessibility, and joy. Here, all her expertise is packed into a guide that won't feel like getting cornered by a crypto bro. Instead, it reads like a text from your smartest friend: 'Let's figure out money, so we can stop thinking about money.' Because this practice isn't just about planning for your wild and glorious future--it's about the relief of knowing you're doing everything you can right now. In these pages, you will: set up a fully automated investing strategy--so you can move on with your life; use hands-on tools and worksheets to guide you to financial independence; learn about investing in a way that is truly memorable; demystify retirement accounts and tax rules; learn who to trust in the finance world--and who to avoid; master how to research, buy, and track the right investments for you; explore what it means to live a wild, beautiful life beyond Roth IRAs. How to Be a Rich Old Lady is a step-by-step road map to financial freedom. It's not just about numbers on a spreadsheet but building a life that feels secure enough to dream into. Maybe your Rich Old Lady is wearing belly chains at the beach, tanned and wrinkly and totally unbothered. Maybe she's befriending the birds at her cozy forest cabin. Maybe she's leaving $500 tips on her diner coffee. Whatever your vision, this approachable guide to investing and wealth-building will help you build a plan to greet her with confidence, security, and genuine hope for tomorrow"-- Amazon.com.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167567</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167567</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Holden, Amanda]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2167567102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Your Guide to Easy Investing, Building Wealth, and Creating the Wild, Beautiful Life You Want</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781668066928/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1567486412</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do More in Four]]></title><description><![CDATA["An impassioned-and data-driven-case for a four-day workweek. The five-day workweek is a pillar of modern life, but it isn't backed by science, ancient wisdom, or divine decree. It's simply a relic of the industrial age-and it's time for an upgrade. What if we could be more productive while working fewer days? Just a few years ago, a shortened workweek seemed like a radical idea. Today, it's a serious strategy being embraced by forward-thinking business leaders, progressive politicians, and a new generation of workers demanding more-meaningful productivity. In Do More in Four, Joe O'Connor-a pioneer in designing and leading four-day-workweek pilots around the globe-and journalist Jared Lindzon, whose work has appeared in the New York Times, Rolling Stone, and TIME magazine, present a groundbreaking, data-driven exploration of why a four-day workweek isn't merely possible-it's necessary in the modern business context. Drawing on extensive research and compelling case studies, O'Connor and Lindzon take readers inside the organizations that have transformed their work models, improving employee retention, boosting engagement, and driving revenue growth. Do More in Four is a blueprint for a smarter, more humane approach to work"-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167544</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167544</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[O'Connor, Joe]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2167544102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Why It&apos;s Time for A Shorter Work Week</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9798892791458/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1484996670</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Simple Path to Wealth]]></title><description><![CDATA["In the dark, bewildering, trap-infested jungle of misinformation and opaque riddles that is the world of investment, JL Collins is the fatherly wizard on the side of the path, offering a simple map, warm words of encouragement and the tools to forge your way through with confidence. You'll never find a wiser advisor with a bigger heart." -Malachi Rempen: Filmmaker, cartoonist, author and self-described ruffian As described by the author himself: This book grew out of a series of letters to my daughter concerning various things-mostly about money and investing-she was not yet quite ready to hear. Since money is the single most powerful tool we have for navigating this complex world we've created, understanding it is critical. "But Dad," she once said, "I know money is important. I just don't want to spend my life thinking about it." This was eye-opening. I love this stuff. But most people have better things to do with their precious time. Bridges to build, diseases to cure, treaties to negotiate, mountains to climb, technologies to create, children to teach, businesses to run. Unfortunately, benign neglect of things financial leaves you open to the charlatans of the financial world. The people who make investing endlessly complex, because if it can be made complex it becomes more profitable for them, more expensive for us, and we are forced into their waiting arms. Here's an important truth: Complex investments exist only to profit those who create and sell them. Not only are they more costly to the investor, they are less effective. The simple approach I created for her and present now to you, is not only easy to understand and implement, it is more powerful than any other. Together we'll explore: - Debt: Why you must avoid it and what to do if you have it. - The importance of having F-you Money. - How to think about money, and the unique way understanding this is key to building your wealth. - Where traditional investing advice goes wrong and what actually works. - What the stock market really is and how it really works. - Why the stock market always goes up and why most people still lose money investing in it. - How to invest in a raging bull, or bear, market. - Specific investments to implement these strategies. - The Wealth Building and Wealth Preservation phases of your investing life and why they are not always tied to your age. - How your asset allocation is tied to those phases and how to choose it. - How to simplify the sometimes confusing world of 401(k), 403(b), TSP, IRA and Roth accounts. - TRFs (Target Retirement Funds), HSAs (Health Savings Accounts) and RMDs (Required Minimum Distributions). - What investment firm to use and why the one I recommend is so far superior to the competition. - Why you should be very cautious when engaging an investment advisor and whether you need to at all. - Why and how you can be conned, and how to avoid becoming prey. - Why I don't recommend dollar cost averaging. - What financial independence looks like and how to have your money support you. - What the 4% rule is and how to use it to safely spend your wealth. - The truth behind Social Security. - A Case Study on how this all can be implemented in real life. Don't let any of this intimidate you. Those that have gone before you say: "....in his patented no-frills and often humorous style, JL makes it both approachable and simple. And powerful." "...effective message told in a visual, funny style." "...a refreshingly unique and approachable take on investing." "JL Collins has the gift of making boring financial concepts funny and interesting." "Instead of esoteric equations about measuring a stock's alpha and comparing it to its beta, he lights up the campfire and starts telling stories"-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167752</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167752</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Collins, JL]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2167752102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Your Road Map to Financial Independence and A Rich, Free Life</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9798893310474/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1481601600</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why We're Getting Poorer]]></title><description><![CDATA["Did you know that while we think of money as notes issued by the government, the truth is that the overwhelming majority of money today is credit created by private banks? Did you know that the reason housing keeps getting less accessible is because we haven't found a way to separate houses from land in our policies? And did you know that far from globalisation being a mystical force, certain countries and currencies have dominated the way it has played out - to their own advantage? Whilst economics is at the heart of the society we live in, governing so many functions from our taxes to where we live to the price of our shopping, few of us have a strong grasp on the subject. This book is here to help. Why We're Getting Poorer delves into the key topics in economics - money, globalisation, inequality, climate change and growth - showing that what we think we know about these things is wrong, and teaching us what we really need to know. Deciphering the jargon and complexity of economic thinking, with examples ranging from the Simpsons to the German football league to The Inbetweeners, Cahal Moran shows us why our economy set us up to fail, and offers suggestions for how we can make positive changes. Written by an award-winning economist and the YouTuber responsible for 'Unlearning Economics', Why We're Getting Poorer is a thrilling, iconoclastic guide to how the world really works"--Publisher's description.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167761</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167761</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Moran, Cahal]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2167761102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>A Realist&apos;s Guide to the Economy and How We Can Fix It</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9780008637965/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1390677701</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taxes]]></title><description><![CDATA["Taxes For Dummies: 2026 Edition is your personal antidote to the confusing and frustrating chaos of the United States tax system. It's a straightforward and expert walkthrough of how to file your tax return while maximizing every last deduction and credit that you're legally entitled to. You'll minimize your tax bill using the clear insights and explanations contained within as the authors guide you through every step of the tax return process. From determining what kind of taxpayer you are to identifying deductible expenses, determining your eligibility for credits, and responding to an IRS audit, Taxes For Dummies, 2026 Edition covers the issues and situations you're likely to encounter as a United States taxpayer" -- Amazon.com]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2153701</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2153701</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Tyson, Eric]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2153701102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle></subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781394350513/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1564858685</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taxes for Humans]]></title><description><![CDATA["The bad news: There's no tax education in this country. Whether you work a steady day job or are a master of the side-hustle, April 15th is a day of apprehension for most workers in America. For the Schedule C filer -- that's gig workers, freelancers, consultants, influencers, and anyone married to one -- it can be downright terrifying. Tax preparation software and traditional guidance are built for the salaried worker - but according to a 2022 Upwork survey, freelancing in the US is at a historic high (60 million workers, or 39% of the workforce), with Millennials and Gen Z the most likely to pursue freelance work. There are no books speaking to the experience of these artists, activists, and small business owners left powerless in the face of very real consequences for incorrectly filing their taxes; 60 million workers and counting need a new tax guide"-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167656</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167656</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Cole, Hannah]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2167656102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Simplify your Taxes and Change the World When You&apos;re Self-employed</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781394298396/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1566321310</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Money Proud]]></title><description><![CDATA[This book offers a practical introduction to personal finance with a focus on the experiences and needs of queer readers. Written by finance columnist Nick Wolny, it addresses common financial challenges, explores how social and cultural factors can influence financial behavior, and presents strategies for budgeting, saving, earning, and investing. The author outlines approaches for setting financial goals, managing spending, and building long-term stability, along with guidance on taxes, career development, and community support. Wolny combines financial information with personal accounts from queer individuals and discusses financial independence in the context of broader social and political conditions.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2160810</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2160810</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Wolny, Nick]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2160810102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>The Queer Guide to Generate Wealth, Slay Debt, and Build Good Habits to Secure your Future</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9780063436602/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1513418693</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Good Money]]></title><description><![CDATA["Traditional personal finance books mostly accept the same goals for all people: make as much money as possible, fund a college education for your kids, save for retirement. These books mechanistically advise readers to budget, take out a mortgage, open savings vehicles, and so on-without much thought as to who we are as individuals. But is that all? Will that formula make people happy? To achieve a more meaningful life, one must address the role that money plays in it. In this book, investor, author, and speaker John Coleman offers a new mindset around personal finance, one that puts purpose at its core. It provides a six-part framework for using money properly to lead a financial life of flourishing: Change how you think about money. Choose a job that earns with purpose. Spend and consume wisely. Use your means to help others. Invest for maximum impact. Save for freedom, not retirement. Using firsthand interviews and examples, Good Money walks through each of these steps, providing helpful-and sometimes counterintuitive-advice on how to use your wealth to flourish and find greater meaning, now and long into the future"-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177697</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2177697</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Coleman, John]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2177697102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Six Steps to Building A Financial Life With Purpose</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9798892790505/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1527863111</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Winner's Curse]]></title><description><![CDATA["Nobel Prize winner Richard H. Thaler and rising star economist Alex O. Imas explore the past, present, and cutting-edge future in behavioral economics in The Winner's Curse. Why do people cooperate with one another when they have no obvious motivation to do so? Why do we hold on to possessions of little value? And why is the winner of an auction so often disappointed? Over thirty years ago, Richard H. Thaler introduced readers to behavioral economics in his seminal Anomalies column, written with collaborators including Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky. These provocative articles challenged the fundamental idea at the heart of economics that people are selfish, rational optimizers, and provided the foundation for what became behavioral economics. That was then. Now, three decades later, Thaler has teamed up with economist Alex O. Imas to write a new book with an original and creative format. Each chapter starts with an original Anomaly, retaining the spirit of its time stamp. Then, shifting to the present, the authors provide updates to each, asking how the original findings have held up and how the field has evolved since then. It turns out that the original findings not only hold up well, but they show up almost everywhere. Anomalies pop up in people's decisions to save for retirement and how they carry outstanding credit card debt. Even experts fail to optimize. The key concept of loss aversion explains missed putts by PGA pros and the selection of which stocks to sell by portfolio managers. In this era of meme stocks and Dogecoin, it is hard to defend the view that financial markets are highly efficient. The good news, however, is that the anomalies have gotten funnier. With both readability and rigor, The Winner's Curse is for anyone, from those with a cursory understanding of economics to fellow economists. Each chapter provides a key insight into human behavior so readers learn how to better understand the choices made by their friends, colleagues, and customers, and they might just become better at making decisions themselves."--Book jacket.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167763</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2167763</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Thaler, Richard H.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2167763102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Behavioral Economics Anomalies, Then and Now</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781982165116/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1547926964</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[The New Money Rules]]></title><description><![CDATA["The world is changing rapidly, which affects the ways we save, spend, and prioritize our money. That's why this handy and empowering guide from viral social media money expert Lillian Zhang offers a fresh approach to finances specifically for Gen Z. It lays out how to use today's tools to tackle the unique money management challenges Gen Z faces-minus the lectures about avocado toast"-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2160665</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2160665</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Zhang, Lillian]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2160665102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>The Gen Z Guide to Personal Finance</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9798886081480/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1496482471</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Streaming Wars]]></title><description><![CDATA["Charlotte Henry explores the seismic shifts behind the rise of platforms like Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, Spotify, Amazon Prime, Paramount and more. From Hollywood's 2023 strikes to the race for sports rights, the growth of ad-supported tiers and the decline of traditional TV, she reveals how streaming has disrupted not only media economics, but also the power structures that define what gets made and who gets seen. As AI, rebundling and fierce competition drive a new phase in the streaming era, Streaming Wars offers a sharp, accessible look at what's next for companies, creators and audiences alike. Whether you're a casual viewer or a media professional, Streaming Wars is your essential guide to the business battles transforming entertainment"--Publisher's description.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2147097</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2147097</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Henry, Charlotte]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2147097102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>How Getting Everything We Wanted Changed Entertainment Forever</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781398622555/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1475276051</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[IRAs, 401(k)s & Other Retirement Plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[When you want or need to take money out of a retirement plan--whether you've inherited the plan or you're retiring, buying a house, or just in need of money--this book will help you make the best financial choices. Anyone who is approaching retirement, retiring early, changing jobs, or wondering what to do with an inherited plan will benefit from the advice in this book. Includes new rules from SECURE Act.]]></description><link>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2147082</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S102C2147082</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Slesnick, Twila]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://tacoma.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/2147082102</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Strategies for Taking your Money Out</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781413333275/MC.GIF&amp;client=tacomapublib&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=on1499537615</image_url></item></channel></rss>