Capital Planning

What they teach at Wharton about money. In plain English. For the rest of us. You're smart. You work hard. And yet somehow, money never quite adds up the way it should. Nobody taught you how it actually works, and the people who know aren't exactly rushing to explain it. Ben Franklin figured it out in 1758 and wrote it down. It took a Wharton MBA thirty years of real world mistakes to truly understand it. This book is where those two paths meet. The Way to Wealth is a step-by-step guide to the only wealth strategy open to everyone: save intelligently, invest patiently, and let time do the ...

'The ideal combination of thoughtful and actionable' – James Clear, bestselling author of Atomic Habits 'A must read' – Morgan Housel, bestselling author of The Psychology of Money Everyone faces big questions when it comes to money: questions about saving, investing, and whether you're...

“A delightful and fascinating book filled with insight and wit, which will make you think twice and cheer up.” — Steven Pinker In a bold and provocative interpretation of economic history, Matt Ridley, the New York Times-bestselling author of Genome and The Red Queen, makes the case for an...

A Founder’s Conversation with a Fractional CFO distills William McNarland’s 25 years in private equity and valuation into a founder-friendly series presented as direct Q&A. Each concise chapter opens with a single question he has fielded thousands of times from real founders, whether it is how to interpret unit economics, when to refresh a valuation, or what investors expect in a data room, and then delivers a practical answer you can apply in minutes. The format let's busy leaders jump straight to the topic that keeps them up at night without wading through theory, while the cumulative...

Every "AI money" book promises you financial freedom. This one tells you what actually works — and what doesn't. You've seen the hype. You've seen the headlines. Maybe you've even tried ChatGPT for a weekend, generated a few prompts, and wondered why the results looked nothing like the screenshots on social media. Here's the truth most authors in this space won't tell you: the AI money opportunity is real — but it's also crowded, full of landmines, and most "beginner guides" are written by people who have never built anything. Easy AI Money is different. It's written for people who ...

A recent poll showed 43% of Americans think more socialism would be a good thing. What do these people not know? Socialism has killed millions, but it’s now the ideology du jour on American college campuses and among many leftists. Reintroduced by leaders such as Bernie Sanders and Alexandria...

In 1869, when the final spike was driven into the Transcontinental Railroad, few were prepared for its seismic aftershocks. Once a hodgepodge of short, squabbling lines, America’s railways soon exploded into a titanic industry helmed by a pageant of speculators, crooks, and visionaries. The...

NOW COMPLETELY UPDATED to reflect the changes in tax legislation, health insurance, and the new investment realities. In this “highly valuable resource” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) Quinn “provides simple, straightforward” (The New York Times) solutions to the universal retirement...

Stop Doing 1031 Exchanges the Hard Way & Minimize Capital Gains Impact Finally, everything you need to know about 1031 Exchanges with real world examples and case studies including how to get off the exchange treadmill and switch to passive investing without losing your tax advantages! Are you wondering if 1031 Exchanges are really right for me? In, The Complete Guide to 1031 Exchanges, Private Equity & DST, Lon Welsh, founder of Ironton Capital and Your Castle Real Estate, brings over two decades of experience as a landlord, commercial investor, and private equity fund manager. Sean Ross, ...

A Time 100 Must-Read Book of 2020 A New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice California Book Award Silver Medal in Nonfiction Finalist for The New York Public Library Helen Bernstein Book Award for Excellence in Journalism Named a top 30 must-read Book of 2020 by the New York...

Read by the authors. “The rarest of business books, one that provides genuinely actionable counsel delivered without empty cliches.” – KIRKUS How many world-changing startups will fail because the founders and investors never figure out how to work together? Founder Elizabeth Zalman and...

Do you want to invest wisely and safely, but don’t know where to start? Would you like to build a portfolio that works for you without spending hours in front of the markets? The Trading Bible – Investing with ETFs is the ultimate guide for those who want to grow their capital easily and effectively through ETFs. Written by Dr. Vincenzo Petrarca, investment expert and founder of the Trading School, this practical guide is designed for both beginners and investors looking to optimize their strategies. With clear and accessible language, you will discover everything you need to invest in ...

After 30+ years of starting businesses and helping thousands of other aspiring entrepreneurs to launch their businesses, I’ve learned three critical things: First, startup success does not happen in leaps and bounds. It happens in little hops. It’s a series of Stepping Stones. You will find in this guide the important hops. Your job is to hop from one stone to the next, then to the next…and the next….until you find yourself in business. But not just any business. A viable business. There’s a difference between starting a company and a viable business. Second, just about everything...

A Founder’s Conversation with a Fractional CFO distills William McNarland’s 25 years in private equity and valuation into a founder-friendly series presented as direct Q&A. Each concise chapter opens with a single question he has fielded thousands of times from real founders, whether it is how to interpret unit economics, when to refresh a valuation, or what investors expect in a data room, and then delivers a practical answer you can apply in minutes. The format let's busy leaders jump straight to the topic that keeps them up at night without wading through theory, while the cumulative...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Trump may be in office, but the Democrats have laid the groundwork for permanent power. While the Biden-Harris administration pub­licly stumbled and flailed, their bureaucrats and allies outside of government have been turn­ing Republican nightmares into dystopian...

Unleash the secrets to a financially savvy retirement with "Tax Savvy Retirement," the ultimate guide to mastering tax efficiency in your golden years. Imagine a future where your hard-earned savings work smarter, not harder, allowing you to enjoy the retirement of your dreams without the looming burden of unexpected tax hits. This comprehensive eBook delivers everything you need to know to navigate the intricate world of tax planning with confidence and ease. Dive into the foundational concepts of tax efficiency and early retirement planning, and learn how to make informed decisions about ...

If you've ever wondered if there is a way to diversify your personal investments in a way that shields them from the volatility of the stock market, The Alternative Investment Almanac is your answer. Alternative investments are the missing link in today's well-rounded portfolio, but many investors don't know what they are- or how to get started. Mobile home parks, apartments buildings, and life insurance policies are just a few of the non-traditional asset classes covered in this book. Each chapter is packed with valuable, no-nonsense information offering high level introduction to each ...

How much does it cost to start a coffee truck/van business? Why do you need to start a coffee truck business right away? The book is expected to be of immense value, unlike a guide you can allude to in many areas that waste your valuable time. I perceive that time is tight, yet if you read only one thought a few days for the following year and apply just a few of them, then you can't neglect to see an expansion in your benefits. In this book, you will discover how to make your dream come true by setting up your business, figuring out expenses and well-being security, purchasing the right ...

“There's much to take in, and Madrigal's zeal gives the audiobook momentum.”—AudioFile This audiobook, written and read by Alexis Madrigal, reveals how understanding Oakland explains the modern world. In The Pacific Circuit, the award-winning journalist Alexis Madrigal sculpts an intricate...

Revenue is down. Costs are up. Credit is tighter. When cash flow becomes unpredictable and financing is harder to obtain, many business owners feel pressure to borrow before they fully understand whether the business can support another payment. Business Funding Survival is a practical guide and workbook for business owners navigating revenue declines, tighter lending conditions, higher borrowing costs, delayed customer payments, and funding-readiness challenges. This book helps you take a more disciplined approach before applying for capital. Instead of applying blindly, you will learn how...