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The Refractive Thinker: Vol II: Research Methodology, Second Edition (Chapter 7)

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Chapter 7: A Mixed Method Analysis to Refine an Organizational Change Model for Technology Organizations

Celebrate the diffusion of innovative refractive thinking through the writings of these doctoral scholars as they dare to think differently in search of new applications and understandings of social responsibility. Unlike most academic books that merely define research, The Refractive Thinker offers commentary from the perspective of multiple authors--each offering a chapter based on their specific expertise.

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The Refractive Thinker: Vol II: Research Methodology, Second Edition (Chapter 11)

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Chapter 11: Hiding in Plain Sight: How Refractive Thinking Found Three New Independant Variables

Celebrate the diffusion of innovative refractive thinking through the writings of these doctoral scholars as they dare to think differently in search of new applications and understandings of social responsibility. Unlike most academic books that merely define research, The Refractive Thinker offers commentary from the perspective of multiple authors--each offering a chapter based on their specific expertise.

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The Complete Guide to Your New Root Cellar: How to Build an Underground Root Cellar and Use It for Natural Storage of Fruits and Vegetables

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Fruits and vegetables are some of the most expensive parts of any regular menu in your home. With rising transportation costs, a food increase in the summer of 2008 of almost 2 percent, and continually shrinking supplies, the cost of maintaining a healthy supply of these necessary staples is becoming harder and harder for many families. However, with the right resources and planning, you can take advantage of an age old method of storage that will allow you to buy fruits and vegetables when they are least expensive or to grow your own and store them for future use.

This book will walk anyone through the process of building and using a root cellar to store their fruits and vegetables for later use, through the cold winter months when even the most basic items can cost an arm and a leg. Before even starting your root cellar, you will learn the basics of choosing the right crops and planting them at the right time or buying them in advance for your root cellar. You will learn how to know which crops and which specific vegetables and fruits are good to keep and which ones should be left alone. You will learn how and when to bring in the harvest and how to prepare for storage effectively. You will learn the basics of spoilage and what to expect from your foods. You will learn what to expect each winter for multiple month storage and which vegetables and fruits to start expecting in your cellar.

You will also benefit from interviews with the top experts in the field of storage and root cellaring and farmers who have been storing vegetables for years. You will learn how to start your own underground garden and what various types of cellars exist

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When You Have to Go to Prison: A Complete Guide for You and Your Family

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The number of people incarcerated across the United States reached two million in 2002. That number has increased since then, and the U.S. holds the highest incarceration rate in the world — one out of every 100 Americans are in prison. The rate of imprisoned females is rising at a faster rate than imprisoned males, and many individuals are imprisoned for non-violent crimes. Individuals with otherwise respectable lives are incarcerated with little or no idea of what to expect and how it will affect them and their families.

This book was written to help anyone who is preparing to go to prison with the possibilities, expectations, and realities of their situation – from the strain it will put on a marriage, to the conversations you will need to have with your children. You will learn everything you need to know about prison that the system is unwilling to tell you. Learn how visitation works and how often you will be able to see your family. Learn how to discuss prison with your children and how to maintain a healthy relationship with your spouse regardless of the duration of your incarceration. Learn about the unique issues women go through in prison. Learn how to write a loving letter and how to effectively bide your time in prison without succumbing to the temptations and bad influences. Learn how to maintain your dignity and the respect of your children despite everything that has happened, by consistently keeping in touch.

After interviewing more than 100 past and present inmates along with their families, this book provides a complete perspective into how people respond to the prospect and reality of incarceration, and what you can do to prepare for those realities. Learn what prison life is really like depending on your crime and where you will be sent. Learn how you can reduce your prison time through good behavior and how you can: prepare your family for your departure, prepare your finances, ensure friends or family members will help your spouse, and set aside the necessary resources to maintain your family’s lifestyle and comfort. For anyone preparing to go to prison and leaving behind a family, this book will provide the necessary information that no one else is willing to tell you before you go in.

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The Complete Guide to Writing Effective and Award Winning Grants

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Every day federal, state, and local government as well as other organizations including corporations and foundations give out more than a MILLION DOLLARS IN FREE GRANT MONEY. A grant is essentially a gift. It goes to an organization, municipality, business, or individual to enable them to continue conducting their activities or research. You or your organization may be eligible for millions of dollars in free grant money. Grant money does not have to be returned or paid back. Unfortunately, many grants are not awarded because of improper filing procedures, and or poorly written proposals, and so literally millions of dollars go unclaimed every year.

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Exploring the Human Body: The Nervous System

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The Nervous System unit is an overview of one of the most complex system of the human body. The unit covers the anatomy of the brain and the major nerves of the body. The cranial nerves, spinal structure, functional brain areas and the neuron and synaptic cleft are shown through other images. The special senses of sight, taste, smell, hearing and touch are also covered.

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The Refractive Thinker: Vol II Research Methodology (Chapter 9)

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Chapter 9: The Elements of the Gaze: Building Internal Coherence in Research Design

Celebrate the diffusion of innovative refractive thinking through the writings of these doctoral scholars as they dare to think differently in search of new applications and understandings of social responsibility. Unlike most academic books that merely define research, The Refractive Thinker offers commentary from the perspective of multiple authors--each offering a chapter based on their specific expertise.

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The Refractive Thinker: Vol IV: Ethics, Leadership, and Globalization (Chapter 2)

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Chapter 2: Have We Tipped:Are We Ready to Demand Ethical Behavior from Our Leaders?

Celebrate the diffusion of innovative refractive thinking through the writings of these doctoral scholars as they dare to think differently in search of new applications and understandings of social responsibility. Unlike most academic books that merely define research, The Refractive Thinker offers commentary from the perspective of multiple authors--each offering a chapter based on their specific expertise.

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The Complete Guide to Planning Your Estate In Pennsylvania: A Step-By-Step Plan to Protect Your Assets, Limit Your Taxes, and Ensure Your Wishes Are Fulfilled for Pennsylvania Residents

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What happens to your estate after you are gone is very much within your control. Estate planning is not only for the wealthy; it is for everyone. It is simply the process of deciding where your assets are to be distributed after your death. For those people who wish to preserve their assets for designated purposes — such as family or special charities — it becomes necessary to make special advance preparations.
To ensure your assets are protected and final wishes are carried out, there are some common actions that should be taken now. Proper estate planning allows you to plan for yourself and your loved ones without giving up control of your affairs.
Your estate plan should also allow for the possibility of your own disability. It should detail what you own and whom you want to leave it to at a time of your choosing and the way you want. Your estate plan should include fully disclosed, controlled costs for you and your loved ones. The last thing you want to worry about is having your estate drained of value through taxes and legal costs.
The right plan can protect the value of your estate and spare your loved ones unnecessary hassles and legal conflicts. The Complete Guide to Planning Your Estate in Pennsylvania will help you glide through this complicated process. This new book has been adapted to offer Ohio residents state-specific advice for estate planning. Co-authors Margo Pierce and Linda C. Ashar, attorneys at law, have crafted an estate planning primer, allowing Pennsylvania residents to become more informed and more involved during the process.
Many books on estate planning indicate you do not need the services of an attorney, but this book highly recommends using an attorney versed in this area: You should not go through the process alone. This book is intended explain the complicated issues, terminology, and planning strategies of estate planning so when you do meet with a qualified attorney, you will be well prepared. You will understand the legal terms and be ready to discuss issues and strategies with familiarity, saving you time and legal fees and ensuring peace of mind.
Pennsylvania -specific information is offered throughout this book, including: Pennsylvania ‘s probate code; Pennsylvania rules, regulations, and laws specific to estate planning; elements of a valid Pennsylvania will; planning your living will in Pennsylvania; explanations of Pennsylvania laws regarding durable health care power of attorneys, do not resuscitate (DNR) orders, and directives to withhold CPR. The book’s easy-to-understand context clarifies this complicated and sensitive subject and gives readers the power to take control of their future.
This book also offers an overview of abatement rules, settlement costs, guardianship and minor children, executors and trustees, life insurance, potential long-term care needs, marital deductions, types of trusts, gift splitting, survivorship deeds, 529 plans, reducing or eliminating estate taxes, avoiding tax on life insurance, using insurance to pay estate taxes, gift tax issues, generation skipping transfer tax, and tax-deferred accounts.
Estate planning should be a positive experience. It involves reviewing your situation and planning for your future. Although few people want to think about the possibility of disability or disease, advance planning is also a way to show your love and to reduce potential distress later.
Other books offer a non-state-specific overview of estate planning, causing many readers to be misinformed about rules and regulations particular to their state; but, this new book provides information Pennsylvania residents need to know. Do not get outdated or wrong information that does not pertain to you specifically. Use this new book to craft an estate plan that is not only legally sound but also fully carries out your last wishes and protects your loved ones.

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Attorney at Law, Foreword by Kim L. Allen-Niesen, Linda C. Ashar

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This new edition of the classic text by Aki and Richards has at last been updated throughout to systematically explain key concepts in seismology. Now in one volume, the book provides a unified treatment of seismological methods that will be of use to advanced students, seismologists, and scientists and engineers working in all areas of seismology.
"An excellent study and reference book for seismologists well-grounded in the methods of mathematical physics.  This updated version of Aki and Richard's classical geophysical text deserves a place in every serious geophysicist's library."
The Leading Edge

"For more than twenty years, Aki and Richards' classic has maintained its position as the most complete and accessible text on theoretical seismology.  Now brought up to date throughout, and with several completely revised chapters, this book will remain "The Bible" of the subject for years to come."
Bruce R. Julian, USGS

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The Pre-Foreclosure Real Estate Handbook: Insider Secrets to Locating and Purchasing Pre-Foreclosed Properties in Any Market

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The Pre-Foreclosure Real Estate Handbook explains everything you need to know to locate and purchase real estate bargains from banks, public auctions, and other sources. Whether you are a first-time homeowner or an experienced property investor, The Pre-Foreclosure Real Estate Handbook is a tremendous guide for buying pre-foreclosed homes in any market. You will learn the simple formula (developed from real-life experience) that can build massive wealth through real estate foreclosures.

The Federal Reserve Bank indicates"....that foreclosed properties average 22% less than typical properties."

Home foreclosures are at their highest peak in years; you can be one of the thousands earning six-figure incomes in this lucrative segment of the real estate marketplace. You can do this part-time or full-time. Learn how to buy directly from property owners whose mortgage loans are in default and stay away from courthouse-bidding feuds. With the help of this new book, property investing can be a very lucrative line of work. You will learn how to identify the most valuable properties and control every step of the procedure.

We spent thousands of hours interviewing, e-mailing, and communicating with hundreds of today’s most successful real estate investors. If you are interested in learning hundreds of hints, tricks, and secrets on how to make money (or more money) investing in real estate foreclosures, then this book is for you!

The Pre-Foreclosure Real Estate Handbook is the resource for novices and pros alike; it will guide you through every step of the process including finding properties, negotiating, and closing on your first deal. This new exhaustively researched book will arm you with hundreds of innovative ideas that you can put to use right away. This book gives you the proven strategies, innovative ideas, and case studies from experts to help you get more with less time and effort.

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Every year more than 200,000 people take the Graduate Management Admission Test, also known as the GMAT. Of those, 21 percent are repeat testers. The best business schools in the country typically look for scores in the upper 600s to low 700s, with 800 being the highest score. How can you pass the test and improve you score? Reading 101 Ways to Score Higher on Your GMAT and using the techniques provided within is one way to do so. The GMAT is used to assess the qualifications of business school candidates and predict their performance in an MBA or other graduate management program. In this book, you will learn how to prove you are ready for advanced study in business and management. You will learn about the computerized adaptive format and the content of the exam. You will also learn how to read questions correctly, control your anxiety, and how to approach each section. In addition, you will be presented with a list of resources to help you prepare and dozens of proven strategies, mindsets, and problem solving methods. 101 Ways to Score Higher on Your GMAT is filled with practice questions and reviews of the topics covered in the verbal, math, and writing sections, including reading and understanding material, evaluating arguments, writing in standard English, reasoning quantitatively, solving quantitative problems, and interpreting graphic data. Instead of panicking and worrying about the GMAT, pick up this book and be confident in your test-taking abilities. Whether you are sitting for the test for the first time or you are a repeat tester, you will learn valuable information and practical tips for improving your score.

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Food Service Management: How to Succeed in the High-Risk Restaurant Business: By Someone Who Did

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Many of us have endured a stint in food service, whether it was our first venture into the working world or served as a part-time job strictly for extra income. For the majority of us, there was never any intention of pursuing it as a career. However, the fast pace and interaction with a variety of people delights some, and they develop an enthusiastic attitude toward the business. These people often understand the sound fundamentals of food preparation, appreciate the value of personal service, and possess excellent people skills. But there is much more to the world of food service and food service management. Food Service Management: How to Succeed in the High-Risk Restaurant Business By Someone Who Did will reveal all the hidden facets of this fast-paced business and show you how to succeed as a food service manager. The author, Bill Wentz, speaks from experience, making his advice that much more valuable. Wentz truly understands the industry and shares the priceless experiences he had and lessons he learned throughout his career. In this book, you will learn if a food service career is right for you, the many opportunities available in the industry, and where to go for the best training. Food service managers will learn how to predict food costs, how to achieve profit goals, how to conduct recipe cost analysis, and how to realistically price a menu. In addition, this book discusses labor costs and controls, profit and loss statements, accounting systems, inventory, sanitation, and effective communication. Furthermore, Wentz shares his philosophies regarding ethics, hospitality, and performance. This book will show you how to develop and nurture your relationships with customers and how to keep them coming back to your establishment time after time, as well as how to be an effective manager, how to hire and train employees, how to get results, and how to further your success. The topics of proper kitchen design and layout, time management, and food quality are also covered in this unique book. Whether you are considering a career in food services or you are already the manager of an establishment, you will certainly find some wisdom in Wentz s words. Wentz passes on his knowledge in this easy-to-read and entertaining book that not only tells you how to survive in the food service business but also tells you how to be successful.

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The eBay Success Chronicles: Secrets and Techniques eBay Power Sellers Use Every Day to Make Millions

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Atlantic Publishing Company spent over a year compiling this new book. The author contacted hundreds of PowerSellers were contacted and over 60 of them agreed to talk--sharing their stories and helpful ideas. They talked about the basics and how they do those on eBay as well as giving tips and hard-learned advice for those who also want to become successful. There are many books on eBay; this is the only one that will provide you with insider secrets. We asked the PowerSeller experts who make their living on eBay every day--and they talked. We spent countless hours researching, interviewing and e-mailing eBay PowerSellers. This book is a compilation of their secrets and proven successful ideas. If you are interested in learning hundreds of hints, tricks, and secrets on how to make money (or more money) on eBay, then this book is for you. The experts chronicled in this book earn $1,000 to $150,000 per month through eBay. Inside the pages of this new exhaustively researched guide you will find a jam-packed assortment of innovative ideas that you can put to use today. This book gives you the proven strategies that you need to sell more with less time and effort. With over 430,000 sellers make a living off eBay today, there is no reason you shouldn?t become financially successful. This book will arm you with the knowledge to become an eBay PowerSeller. **Award-Winning Finalist in the Business Category of the National Indie Excellence 2007 Book Awards **Silver Winner in the Computer/ Internet Category of the 2007 Independent Publisher Book Awards

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The Complete Power of Attorney Guide for Consumers and Small Businesses: Everything You Need to Know Explained Simply

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Every year, thousands of medical, financial, and legal issues crop up due to the confusion surrounding the specific directions of an individual incapable of making the necessary decisions about their estate, body, or finances. The same problems can arise for small businesses and, for that reason, understanding what power of attorney entails, and how you go about establishing it, is a vital step. This guide helps you cut away the confusing red tape and finally understand exactly what power of attorney involves and how you can use it to your advantage.

The first thing you will learn is the various forms of power of attorney that are available to you, including for financial purposes, medical and health care purposes, living wills, childcare, and all-in-one purposes. The details of what an agent can supply in each instance will be provided to help you understand what each specific style of power of attorney will provide. The process of choosing your agent will be outlined in detail for you, including who is applicable and what important factors should be included in every discussion related to who your power of attorney will be.

You will learn how to select a lawyer and whether you will be able to afford one in certain instances. You will be able to see what is involved in working with a lawyer and what you need to do if you decide to fire that particular lawyer. The federal laws and then the specific state laws that apply to your situation will be provided with details about how you can further research them to know how they apply to even more specific situations. For those seeking financial powers of attorney, you will learn how to limit the power of attorney, how that power applies to real estate, and how to acquire and use an affidavit of attorney in fact.

For those with health care related issues, you will learn how a durable power of attorney operates for health care, how to choose someone to make medical treatment decisions, the creation and application of a living will, the specific presentation of a do not resuscitate order, and how to determine the distribution of anatomical gifts. Finally, issues such as child care and the revocation of a power of attorney will be discussed. With the assistance of dozens of interviews across multiple different fields with experts in law, family, and business applications of a power of attorney, you will be provided with an extensive overview of everything you need to know to effectively utilize this highly valuable legal tool. This book is the essential tool every small business or individual with need of a power of attorney needs.

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The Food Service Professionals Guide To: Food Service Menus: Pricing and Managing the Food Service Menu for Maximum Profit

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This new series of fifteen books - The Food Service Professional Guide TO Series from the editors of the Food Service Professional are the best and most comprehensive books for serious food service operators available today.
These step-by-step guides on a specific management subject range from finding a great site for your new restaurant to how to train your wait staff and literally everything in between. They are easy and fast -to-read, easy to understand and will take the mystery out of the subject. The information is"boiled down"to the essence. They are filled to the brim with up to date and pertinent information.

The books cover all the bases, providing clear explanations and helpful, specific information. All titles in the series include the phone numbers and web sites of all companies discussed. What you won’t find are wordy explanations, tales of how someone did it better, or a scholarly lecture on the"theory". Think of them as"Cliff Notes TM"on the subject matter.

Every paragraph in each of the books are comprehensive, well researched, engrossing, and just plain fun-to-read, yet are packed with interesting ideas. You’ll be using your highlighter a lot! The best part aside from the content is they are very moderately price. You can also purchase the whole 15 book series the isbn number is 0-910627-26-6. You are bound to get a great new idea to try on every page if not out of every paragraph. Do not be put off by the low price, these books really do deliver the critical information and eye opening ideas you need you to succeed without the fluff so commonly found in more expensive books on the subject. Highly recommended!

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The Complete Guide to Robert's Rules of Order Made Easy: Everything You Need to Know Explained Simply

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Robert's Rules of Order have been around since 1876, when Henry Martyn Robert published the first edition of his book, which was then known as the Pocket Manual of Rules of Order for Deliberative Assemblies. The book based its outline on the House of Representatives' meeting procedures and adapted these methods for use in society as a whole. Since these rules debuted, they have become the most commonly adopted parliamentary method in the United States, with approximately 95 percent of all clubs, organizations, and governments practicing them. When the copyrights of the original editions expired, many other Robert's Rules of Order began to surface. Today, many of these books are the same - with one apparent problem: a lack of focus on current trends, specifically the Internet. However, The Complete Guide to Robert's Rules of Order Made Easy emphasizes this fact and stresses how society has changed due to the advent of the Internet. Clubs, organizations, and societies need to know how to meet and communicate online, and this book provides the answer. In this book you will learn about technology, conducting meetings online, communicating online, teleconferences, Web conferences, and Web seminars. You will also learn the proper ways to address and send e-mails, as well as how to communicate using instant messenger software. The Internet has transformed the meeting space, and you need to incorporate these changes into your meetings. Additionally, you will learn about all the more traditional rules, including such things as quorum, abstention votes, votes of no confidence, friendly amendments, proxy votes, executive sessions, points of privilege, parliamentary inquiries, and debates. You will also learn how you can adopt Robert's Rules of Order, how to qualify as a legal meeting, how to follow the standard order of business, how to handle a motion, and how to nominate and elect officers. Also included is a discussion of the various motions, including privileged, incidental, subsidiary, main, and unclassified, as well as the basic by-laws and the required paperwork, such as minutes, treasurer's reports, and committee reports. The Complete Guide to Robert's Rules of Order Made Easy will serve as your guide to conducting orderly and fair meetings in the 21st century. The rules for using the Internet as a meeting and communication space are clearly defined, easy to understand, and simple to apply.

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The Complete Guide to Locating, Negotiating, and Buying Real Estate Foreclosures: What Smart Investors Need to Know Explained Simply

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In every hour of each day, savvy real estate investors are accumulating vast fortunes buying foreclosed homes at bank foreclosures, pre-foreclosures, and foreclosure auctions. Recent research indicates that more than 1 percent of ALL residential property in the United States today is already in; or facing foreclosure soon.. In April 2006 RealtyTracTM , the leading online marketplace for foreclosure properties, released its 2006 Q1 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report, which showed that 323,102 properties nationwide entered some stage of foreclosure in the first quarter of 2006, a 38 percent increase from the previous quarter and a 72 percent year-over-year increase from the first quarter of 2005. The nation s quarterly foreclosure rate of one new foreclosure for every 358 U.S. households was higher than in any quarter of last year. There is an estimated 1 million plus homes being foreclosed on. Armed with the right knowledge and tactics, opportunities for buying low-cost real estate foreclosures are plentiful. There are a lot of things you need to know before you get started. You need to understand how the foreclosure process works, what the borrower is going through, and the lenders role. You will be taught everything you need to know to locate and purchase real estate bargains from banks, public auctions, and other sources. Whether you are a first-time homeowner or an experienced property investor, this is a tremendous guide for buying pre-foreclosed homes in any market. You will learn the simple formula (developed from real-life experience) that can build massive wealth through real estate foreclosures. You will learn how to: negotiate with homeowners in distress, prepare contracts and paperwork, determine the true market value of the property, creative techniques to finance properties, learn how to flip the property, locate one-of-a-kind properties, negotiate with sellers, research, auctions, estimate repair costs, eliminate, obtain REO, use online resources, look up owners contact information, communicate with property owners, write ads, how to receive pre-foreclosure information, options, and more. This brand new book is the resource for novices and pros alike; it will guide you through every step of the process including finding properties, negotiating, and closing on your first deal. This new exhaustively researched book will arm you with hundreds of innovative ideas that you can put to use right away. This book gives you the proven strategies, innovative ideas, and case studies from experts to help you get more with less time and effort.

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Private Mortgage Investing: How to Earn 12% or More on Your Savings, Investments, IRA Accounts and Personal Equity: 2ND EDITION

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In recent years, stock market and traditional investing have proven unstable and not very rewarding as many investors have watched their retirement and personal holding accounts dwindle or even collapse. Banks close, stock markets crash, and returns diminish. Want a safer bet for your hard-earned money? Try private mortgage investing.

Private mortgages investing has grown into a multi-billion dollar industry, becoming an important fixed-income vehicle for many investors with their personal funds, equity, and self-directed IRA accounts. Private mortgage investing is not for the get-rich-quick type of person but is proof that good things come to those who wait; you can comfortably double your money every four to six years. This market allows investors to earn substantially higher yields — while offering the security of real property to back the loan.

Whether you are an experienced real estate pro, new to investing, interested in diversifying your portfolio, or simply tired of trusting stockbrokers and fund managers with your money, this book is for you. Private Mortgage Investing offers an alternative to traditional forms of investment. This comprehensive guide provides detailed information on how to put your money to work in a relatively safe investment with a high return of 12 to 15 percent (or more) in most cases, compared to just 2 percent with most banks.

Learn to “be the bank” and take control of your investment destiny. Start with the basics of private mortgage investing, including what exactly it is and how it differs from traditional forms of investment. You will learn how to work with mortgage brokers, how to construct an amortization schedule, and how to discern worthy borrowers from risky investments and protect yourself from loss. You will also learn the pros and cons of going it alone versus forming a partnership, the ins and outs of tax code, and the advantages and disadvantages of owning private real estate from your IRA.

This book will lead you through conversations when approaching mortgage holders and how to establish trust from both banks and borrowers. Learn the value of holding a presentation for a group of potential borrowers, as well as how to calculate a prime loan-to-value ratio to get the best returns on your investment. In addition, this book will lead you step by step through the process of inspecting and updating a property.

Like any business or investment, there are many details to learn, but you do not need to learn them on your own. We spent hundreds of hours interviewing real estate experts so you have all the resources and information you need right at your fingertips. Updated to reflect the recent housing and subprime mortgage-lending crisis, Private Mortgage Investing will lead you step by step through the different scenarios involved in private mortgage investment and is full of tips, testimonies, and case studies to help you get the most from your money.

Even in this economic environment of very low interest rates, you can still earn high yields with virtually little or no risk to your investment. This book shows you how.

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Martha Maeda and Teri B Clark and Matthew Stewart Tabacchi

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The Franchise Investor's Handbook: A Complete Guide to All Aspects of Buying, Selling, or Investing in a Franchise

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A great resource for both prospective franchisees and franchisers, this book explains in detail what the franchise system entails and the precise benefits it offers to both parties. You will learn franchising advantages and disadvantages, how to develop or purchase a winning concept, how to choose a business franchise that fits your personal style and financial goals, how to develop forecasts and budgets, and how to estimate startup costs. The book also covers managing daily operations, attracting and keeping customers, hiring employees and training staff, securing financing, legal agreements, offerings, markets, real estate, cost control, marketing, international franchising, as well as federal and state franchise regulations.