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A Life Well Spent
Russ Crosson
An excellent read on how to distinguish between prosperity (the accumulation of goods on this earth) and posterity (the heritage we leave our children and the generations that come after us).

On the Road: Caring for An Aging Parent
Sheryl Garrett
Helps to develop and plan and set priorities for the care of an aging parent. Full of sensible need-to-know information from choosing housing options to what to expect from Medicaid and Social Security.

Beyond Death & Taxes
Gregory J. Englund
Comprehensive estate planning for individuals, families and closely-held businesses. The planning saga of a family brings complex subjects home to all readers.

The Ultimate Safe Money Guide
Martin D. Weiss
In light of the new risks our country and our economy are facing, entering your fifties with an effective financial and personal plan for your future is now more crucial than ever to make sure you can truly enjoy your golden years.

The Generosity Factor, how philanthropy drives the American economy and can save capitalism
Ken Blanchard and S. Truett Cathy
An amazing highly readable little book about discovering the joy of giving your time, talent and treasure.
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The Ultimate Gift
Jim Stovall
Follow Jason’s 12-month quest for purpose and meaning in an empty life as he attempts to complete tasks required to inherit Red Steven’s bequest.
 
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The Greater Good, how philanthropy drives the American economy and can save capitalism
Claire Gaudiani
Whether it is a Rockefeller giving away millions or schoolchildren handing over pennies, Gaudiani feels that this spirit of generosity is something uniquely American and one of the country's great strengths.
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Halftime
Bob Buford
Learn how to make your middle years a time of transformation toward a more satisfying life through reflection and re-evaluation to help clarify values and establish goals for a more intentional and more significant life.

For Love and Money
Roy O. Williams
The bible of the wealth transfer field used by lawyers, accountants, financial planners and investment counselors, and mandatory reading by the Professional Mentoring Group, Cincinnati, Ohio, yet written in straightforward, nontechnical language with copious examples from actual family situations.

Game Plan
Bob Buford
If you sense it’s time for a positive change in your life, Game Plan gives you the tools to uncover your best self, aim for your highest dreams, and make your career and personal life more meaningful and fulfilling than ever.