According to the World Bank Development Research Group, the average annual income is $5,000/person worldwide (based on the 2003 population of 6 billion).
But as you might guess, a few hold a lot of the wealth. In fact, the 225 richest people hold $1 trillion of the world’s wealth. That equals the yearly income of 2.5 billion of the poorest people.
So where would you be on the list? check it out at http://globalrichlist.com
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This week–April 17-24–about 100 events will take place for Money Smart Week 2010, the economic outreach program of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. In Iowa, we have more than 100 partner organizations. These events are free and educational, free of sales pitches.
Find events you’d like to attend at www.moneysmartweek.org/iowa. Major events include Money Smart Conferences on investing, which you can find at www.womenandmoneyconference.com.
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Coupon-clipping shoppers are trading scissors and newspaper ads in favor of high-tech tools. There are deals to be found for those willing to search.
To find coupons for your favorite products, services and restaurants, Print or search for coupons on these websites, or google your favorite retailer:
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Managing your money is harder than it appears. There are times we all wish someone–perhaps a Godmother–would whisper common-sense advice, a few tips, or encouragement.
This blog is for all of us looking for those ideas to handle money better, including insights to teach kids to be good money managers too.
It’s a lifetime skill…Think prosperity!
J.M. Seymour
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