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Hedy's Financial Empire
49:21 - 53:23 (04:02)
Hedy was a highly organized and successful investor, who meticulously managed her finances and legal battles, while prioritizing her financial independence and strength to overcome any obstacles.
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Hedy's daily routine included managing her finances, tracking lawsuits, and overseeing payments on loans and mortgages to accumulate wealth and live independently.
49:21 - 51:41 (02:20)
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Hedy's daily routine included managing her finances, tracking lawsuits, and overseeing payments on loans and mortgages to accumulate wealth and live independently. Her strategy was to prioritize financial intelligence and overcome obstacles to achieve her goals, similar to John Jacob Astor's approach to investing.
ChapterHedy's Financial Empire
Episode#103 The Richest Woman in America: Hetty Green in the Gilded Age
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The Equitable Insurance Company paid a substantial annual retainer to John C. DePoo while he was a senator, and with the help of banks, the company was able to offer shares at a market price of 24 million dollars, which led to the rise of America as the world's largest supplier of various commodities.
51:41 - 53:23 (01:42)
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The Equitable Insurance Company paid a substantial annual retainer to John C. DePoo while he was a senator, and with the help of banks, the company was able to offer shares at a market price of 24 million dollars, which led to the rise of America as the world's largest supplier of various commodities.