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From Earning to Owning
A Young Adult's Guide to Money, Investing, and Building Wealth
Release date: December 8, 2026Most young adults step into the real world knowing they need to make money, but not fully understanding how money works. How do you build credit? What happens to your paycheck before it reaches your bank account? When should you start investing? And how do people actually build wealth through businesses, real estate, and other assets?
From Earning to Owning is more than a book about money. It's a step-by-step guide to putting financial knowledge into action. Starting with the mindset behind financial success, this practical and encouraging guide walks young adults ages 16–24 through everyday money decisions, investing, ownership, and building something that lasts.
And it doesn't stop at explaining what to do. Hands-on worksheets and practical exercises help you apply what you've learned, make a plan, and begin taking real steps toward your financial future.
Inside, you'll learn how to:
- Build a strong financial mindset and healthy money habits
- Understand paychecks, taxes, budgeting, and cash flow
- Build credit, manage debt, and make informed financial decisions
- Start saving, investing, and growing your money
- Navigate your first car, apartment, and home
- Own assets like real estate and businesses
- Prepare for major milestones and build a lasting legacy
Includes free printable worksheets
12 budgeting, investing, and milestone checklists — download now →
Product Details
| Publisher | Queen Legacy Press |
|---|---|
| Release date | December 8, 2026 |
| Paperback | 632 pages · 7 x 10 in · ISBN 979-8-9824724-0-3 · $29.99 |
| Kindle | ISBN 979-8-9824724-1-0 · $9.99 |
| Audience | Ages 14 and up, young adults |
For schools, homeschool co-ops, churches, and organizations
Quantity discounts and author events may be available.
Bulk & Special Sales →Mindset → Earn → Invest → Own → Legacy
Mindset
Believe wealth is built, not given.
Earn
Understand every dollar you bring home.
Invest
Put your money to work for you.
Own
Hold assets that grow over time.
Legacy
Build something that outlasts you.
About the Author
Taletha Queen
Taletha Queen is a capital advisor and certified life coach with a passion for financial education, stewardship, and long-term wealth-building. Through From Earning to Owning, she helps the next generation develop the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills to make informed financial decisions and build a meaningful financial future.
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