HBCUNomics: A Story of the Power of Black College Students, Economic Self-Sufficiency and Financial Freedom - Paperback

by Jamerus Payton (Author)

This fictional financial education story is about Jah-Regal, a five star high school student-athlete that decides to attend a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) during the 2008 recession. Before entering college, Jah-Regal learns that he has been left a $250,000 inheritance from his grandmother's life insurance policy with some of the following stipulations; he must attend an HBCU, start his own business and learn to wisely invest his money. Follow his journey from student to billionaire, and learn how he amassed his fortune through the following financial and economic legacy lessons: Life Insurance, Money Management, Entrepreneurship, Real Estate, Stock-Portfolio Investing, Technology, Intellectual Property, Giving Back, PoliticsThis book emphasizes the importance of HBCUs in their communities and highlights their critical role in economic development and growth. As you read, you'll learn that "Jah-Regal", the main character, is symbolism for how HBCUs have played a vital role in driving economic growth within the Black community and economy. Readers of all ages and backgrounds will learn how they can leverage not only the power of HBCUs but also the diverse network of students and alumni to practice group economics and capitalism.HBCUNomics, A Story of the Power of Black College Students, Economic Self-Sufficiency and Financial Freedom is an essential read for both creating, growing and sustaining generational wealth.