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2007-2011 Beige Book: Federal Reserve Board Commentary on Current Economic Conditions, including the Great Recession and Economic Crisis of 2008 by Progressive Management 2007-2011 Beige Book: Federal Reserve Board Commentary on Current Economic Conditions, including the Great Recession and Economic Crisis of 2008 by Progressive Management June 08, 2011 $9.99 585907 words Sample 10%
This 1500 page ebook reproduces Federal Reserve reports about the condition of the American economy from January 2007 through June 2011, including the economic crisis of 2008 and the Great Recession. These authoritative and widely-quoted reports, commonly known as the Beige Book, are published eight times per year.
2011 Government Benefits and Obamacare: Grants for Individuals, Organizations, Businesses, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Reference Guides, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act by Progressive Management 2011 Government Benefits and Obamacare: Grants for Individuals, Organizations, Businesses, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Reference Guides, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act by Progressive Management Nov. 30, 2010 $10.99 357675 words Sample 15%
This e-book provides a truly comprehensive and up-to-date guide to federal grants, government assistance programs, and grantwriting, plus the new Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA or ACA), and requesting government records under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act. It covers programs for non-profit organizations, small businesses, and individuals.
The Freelancer's Survival Guide by Kristine Kathryn Rusch The Freelancer's Survival Guide by Kristine Kathryn Rusch Oct. 30, 2010 $7.99 199050 words Sample 20%
Most people become freelancers without any idea of how to run a business. They learn in the school of hard knocks. Kristine Kathryn Rusch has taken the school of hard knocks and made it into one of the most useful business books written in years. Experts consider Rusch’s book the bible for the self-employed.
California Real Estate Broker Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig California Real Estate Broker Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig July 19, 2011 $49.99 194301 words Sample 2%
2,550 Most Recent & Accurate Exam-Style Questions. All Answers Fully Explained. All 2,550 Practice Questions & Answers. Topics in Each Question & Answer Cross-Referenced by Page Number to the Department of Real Estate Reference Book, Making Additional Reading Very Easy. Many Math Questions with Step-by-Step Answers and Explanations on Time-Saving Math Short-Cuts. 80+ Tips on How to Pass the Exam.
Juggernaut: Why the System Crushes the Only People Who Can Save It by Eric Robert Morse Juggernaut: Why the System Crushes the Only People Who Can Save It by Eric Robert Morse Jan. 01, 2011 $5.99 184765 words Sample 20%
A revolutionary new theory of political economy that will change the way you look at the financial crisis, the culture divide, and the system as a whole.
The Titan by Russian Classics Pro The Titan by Russian Classics Pro March 17, 2011 $0.99 178507 words Sample 10%
Ups and downs in business affairs are chasing the main character of the novel, while neglecting the norms of behavior is becoming his characteristic feature.
America's Housing and Financial Frauds by Rodney Stich America's Housing and Financial Frauds by Rodney Stich Nov. 04, 2010 $10.00 174698 words Sample 20%
America’s Housing and Financial Frauds details the various phases of the housing and financial debacles that plunged the United States into the worst financial crisis since the great Depression. The book provides details on the conduct prior to the implosion, the implosion, and the immediate actions taken thereafter.
Финансист by Theodore Dreiser Финансист by Theodore Dreiser April 01, 2011 $0.99 167493 words Sample 15%
Brilliant, based on the true story, novel about elite of American business
America's Greatest Challenge: Succession and Continuity by Joseph S.  Bayana America's Greatest Challenge: Succession and Continuity by Joseph S. Bayana Dec. 03, 2009 $7.99 155921 words Sample 25%
Tackling significant issues facing an America-led civilization, it reminds us how each and every generation must ensure the hand-over processes take place or risk the vaunted start of the breakdown. It's about the responsibilities and leadership of each and every American, explaining how and why our decisions can make or break history’s most successful experiment in democracy and capitalism.
Texas Real Estate Sales Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig Texas Real Estate Sales Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig July 25, 2011 $49.99 150501 words Sample 2%
Over 2,100 of the most recent and accurate exam-style questions gathered from recent exam takers to help you prepare to pass your Texas Real Estate Salesperson License Exam.
Texas Real Estate Broker Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig Texas Real Estate Broker Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig July 25, 2011 $49.99 150501 words Sample 2%
Over 2,100 of the most recent and accurate exam-style questions gathered from recent exam takers to help you prepare to pass your Texas Real Estate Broker License Exam.
New York Real Estate Sales Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig New York Real Estate Sales Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig July 22, 2011 $49.99 149309 words Sample 2%
Over 2,000 of the most recent and accurate exam-style questions gathered from recent exam takers to help you prepare to pass your New York Real Estate Sales Exam.
New York Real Estate Broker Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig New York Real Estate Broker Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig July 22, 2011 $49.99 149309 words Sample 2%
Over 2,000 of the most recent and accurate exam-style questions gathered from recent exam takers to help you prepare to pass your New York Real Estate Broker License Exam.
The Enterprise:  Mystery Unraveled by James Seymour The Enterprise: Mystery Unraveled by James Seymour June 22, 2011 $44.95 147539 words Sample 10%
Jim Seymour in his book, The Enterprise: Mystery Unraveled, follows with a beginning that leads step-by-step to a fully developed system with accurate data at all levels. Breaking it down so the all sides of the organization can go as far or as long as the need requires, he competently presents the mystery and systematically unravels it to its logical ending.
$12 Billion of Inside Marketing Secrets Discovered Through Direct Response Television Sales by Steven Dworman $12 Billion of Inside Marketing Secrets Discovered Through Direct Response Television Sales by Steven Dworman April 15, 2010 $19.95 146185 words Sample 15%
The entrepreneurs and pioneers behind the biggest success stories of direct response television marketing reveal their insights, secrets and lessons learned on their way to making billions of dollars. Readers looking for technical information will not be disappointed. Candid conversations reveal each insider's personal successes and failures while passing along tips and tricks of the trade.
Florida Real Estate Sales Associate Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig Florida Real Estate Sales Associate Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig July 22, 2011 $49.99 145756 words Sample 2%
Over 2,100 of the most recent and accurate exam-style questions gathered from recent exam takers to help you prepare to pass your Florida Real Estate Sales Associate License Exam.
Florida Real Estate Broker Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig Florida Real Estate Broker Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig July 22, 2011 $49.99 145753 words Sample 2%
Over 2,100 of the most recent and accurate exam-style questions gathered from recent exam takers to help you prepare to pass your Florida Real Estate Broker License Exam.
Pennsylvania Real Estate Sales Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig Pennsylvania Real Estate Sales Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig Aug. 11, 2011 $49.99 144616 words Sample 2%
Over 2,000 of the most recent and accurate exam-style questions gathered from recent exam takers to help you prepare to pass your Texas Real Estate Salesperson License Exam.
Pennsylvania Real Estate Broker Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig Pennsylvania Real Estate Broker Exam High-Score Kit by Michael Lustig Aug. 11, 2011 $49.99 144616 words Sample 2%
Over 2,000 of the most recent and accurate exam-style questions gathered from recent exam takers to help you prepare to pass your Texas Real Estate Broker License Exam.
Many Ships One Boat by Booksmith Productions Many Ships One Boat by Booksmith Productions Aug. 02, 2011 $16.99 141415 words Sample 20%
Digging beneath statistics and reports, this book explores the human and humorous side of expat life in Singapore, through the delightfully different narrative styles of 20 expats living in this bustling island. The writers come from a wide range of countries: India, Australia, Indonesia, Thailand, the UK, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Korea, Philippines, Germany, China and Hungary.
Accounts System - HSA by AN HO SY Accounts System - HSA by AN HO SY Sep. 27, 2011 $49.99 140763 words Sample 15%
1. Just reflect on TK 111 "Cash" in cash, the actual foreign currency to import, export cash funds. For amounts received (paid immediately transferred to the bank (not through the unit's cash funds) are not recorded in the Debit Account 111 "Cash" that recorded in the Debit Account 113 "Cash in transit".
Real Estate Principles in California by Michael Lustig Real Estate Principles in California by Michael Lustig Aug. 14, 2011 $9.99 139966 words Sample 2%
Covers the study of real estate, ownership of real property, estates, transfers and deeds, encumbrances and title insurance, agency, contracts, real property contracts and escrow, real estate licensing, real estate finance, lending institutions and the government’s role in real estate finance, specialized real estate, public controls, taxation, appraisal, and real estate math.
Property Management in California by Michael Lustig Property Management in California by Michael Lustig Aug. 04, 2011 $9.99 130851 words Sample 2%
Property Management in California provides an overview of the field of property management and describes the major functions of property managers, including their legal, interpersonal, maintenance, accounting, administrative, and other duties. It also covers specific practices and problems in the management of various types of property.
Managing from the Heart - A Way of Life by Manager Development Services Managing from the Heart - A Way of Life by Manager Development Services Sep. 02, 2010 $5.99 127613 words Sample 20%
This book is a comprehensive training manual on the “art” of managing people. Most managers are promoted to that position because they are very good at whatever it is they do, but are never trained in how to effectively manage their most valuable asset - their people. Learn the art of developing a staff that is willing to go to war for you.
Business Start-Up Guide by Tom Severance Business Start-Up Guide by Tom Severance July 26, 2011 $2.99 127105 words Sample 20%
Should You Start Your Own Business? Discover the ingredients to be a successful entrepreneur. You will learn to: *Find and evaluate new business ideas *Calculate the value of a business plan *Write a successful business plan *Segment and target your ideal market *Develop a powerful unique selling proposition *Select the ideal business entity *Analyze businessls financial health
Real Estate Economics in California by Michael Lustig Real Estate Economics in California by Michael Lustig July 02, 2011 $9.99 126437 words Sample 2%
Real Estate Economics in California is a complete text on California real estate economics which includes Proposition 13, rent controls, and condominium conversions. The approach is direct and practical and covers all the aspects of government trends, real estate resources, and new financing techniques.
Steve's Adventure with the Peace Corps by Steve Hunsicker Steve's Adventure with the Peace Corps by Steve Hunsicker May 03, 2011 $4.99 126147 words Sample 20%
After a 23 year career in TV News, Steve Hunsicker left the comforts of his Florida home, moved to the South Pacific and served for more than two years as Peace Corps Volunteer. This chronological account of his adventures begins from the day he first decided to apply to Peace Corps until the day he finished his service.
Legal Aspects of Real Estate in California by Michael Lustig Legal Aspects of Real Estate in California by Michael Lustig July 23, 2011 $9.99 125951 words Sample 2%
Legal Aspects of Real Estate in California covers the entire field of legal aspects of real estate and offers additional in-depth analysis of deeds of trust, deposit receipts, listing agreements, leases, and drafting problems. Deals with damages for breach of contract, and provides an introduction to environmental law problems
Real Estate Practice in California by Michael Lustig Real Estate Practice in California by Michael Lustig July 24, 2011 $9.99 123684 words Sample 2%
Real Estate Practice in California provides a comprehensive study of real estate practices in California as it relates to the real estate business, its regulations, income tax aspects, business opportunities, advertising, property sales, and the role of the broker and salesperson.
Real Estate Finance in California by Michael Lustig Real Estate Finance in California by Michael Lustig July 21, 2011 $9.99 121889 words Sample 2%
Real Estate Finance in California provides a thorough explanation of modern real estate financing, including money and interest rates, sources of mortgage money, non-institutional leaders, conventional loans, government-backed programs, foreclosure and other loan problems, construction lending, and alternative financing methods.
2011 Federal Debt Limit Extension Controversy: Official Reports, Potential Effects on Government Operations, Treasury Department Assessments and Possible Actions, Federal Debt Management by Progressive Management 2011 Federal Debt Limit Extension Controversy: Official Reports, Potential Effects on Government Operations, Treasury Department Assessments and Possible Actions, Federal Debt Management by Progressive Management April 27, 2011 $9.99 121488 words Sample 5%
The ongoing controversy in Washington over raising the federal debt limit is the subject of this comprehensive, ten chapter ebook which provides detailed and authoritative information on all aspects of federal debt management. Treasury officials believe that a failure by Congress to raise the debt limit would have catastrophic economic consequences
La stima immobiliare by  La stima immobiliare by ediedil June 28, 2010 $42.00 120548 words Sample 50%
Imparare a stimare gli immobili in maniera semplice scientifica e immediata. Il libro più venduto nel mondo cartaceo.
The Grey Line: Modern Corporate Espionage and Counter Intelligence by Andrew Brown The Grey Line: Modern Corporate Espionage and Counter Intelligence by Andrew Brown July 29, 2011 $9.99 119849 words Sample 20%
Corporate espionage is an inescapable reality of the modern global business world. The Grey Line is the comprehensive examination of how modern day private sector spies operate, who they target, how they penetrate secure systems and subvert vulnerable employees. Additionally, the book provides invaluable resources for companies and individuals to use in deterring and defeating corporate spies.
Mastering Inventions & Patents; Markets & Money by Steven Overholt Mastering Inventions & Patents; Markets & Money by Steven Overholt March 20, 2011 $9.99 119715 words Sample 20%
KNOWLEDGE IS POWER. Don’t be the one without it! This holistic guide brims with proven tools and strategies you can use to forge your idea into a business or licensing deal that creates great wealth. Surely this is the most complete "How-to" on this topic ever available to the public. Coverage is so complete, it would comprise 425 printed pages, with 375 topics in its table of contents.
Internet Marketing Bible for Accountants: The Complete Guide to using Social Media and Online Advertising including Facebook, Twitter, Google and LinkedIn for CPAs and Accounting Firms by Nick Pendrell Internet Marketing Bible for Accountants: The Complete Guide to using Social Media and Online Advertising including Facebook, Twitter, Google and LinkedIn for CPAs and Accounting Firms by Nick Pendrell Dec. 22, 2011 $9.99 116367 words Sample 15%
Written specifically for accountants and CPAs, the Internet Marketing Bible for Accountants provides a step-by-step guide for accounting firms to harness the power of the internet and social media to market their practices effectively and at very little cost compared to traditional advertising methods. This comprehensive, but easy-to-read book is written for those with only basic computer skills.
Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Part I: My World, My Nation by Patri K. Venuvinod Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Part I: My World, My Nation by Patri K. Venuvinod April 08, 2011 $8.99 116245 words Sample 15%
Today, the economic success of a firm or nation depends critically on how well it exploits technology (T), innovation (I), and Entrepreneurship (E). Yet, there are few books addressing TIE-exploitation in a contemporary and academic manner. This textbook is the first part of a trilogy that seeks to fill this gap. The book examines TIE-issues from a world-perspective but stressing nation-building.
The Stoic by Theodore Dreiser The Stoic by Theodore Dreiser April 01, 2011 $0.99 115827 words Sample 15%
Astonishing novel, which describes last decades in power of one of the American's richest and influential transport magnate and financier
The Economics of the Kingdom of God by James McCune The Economics of the Kingdom of God by James McCune Dec. 23, 2011 $6.99 114534 words Sample 20%
Solutions to the many failures of the modern global economy were offered over 3,500 years ago in God’s Law, but man has always been too stubborn to accept them. After the American Experiment has run its course and ended in failure—and the entire global system is groaning for deliverance—a new government will be set up on earth to rule in justice and wisdom using these very laws!
Have - From the books of the Bible by Richard J. McQueen Have - From the books of the Bible by Richard J. McQueen Dec. 03, 2011 $4.00 113941 words Sample 10%
The subject of “Have”, based on thematic studies conducted by Fernando D’Amico and Jacques Wisman, is proposed in this book as a themed walk through the passages of Scripture from the Old and New Testament. The having is a fundamental category of human thought and is a serious mistake to create a conflict between this category and that of being.
World Class Selling, 2nd edition by Roy  Chitwood World Class Selling, 2nd edition by Roy Chitwood Nov. 28, 2011 $16.95 112942 words Sample 10%
World Class Selling, 2nd edition is an about-face from obsolete hard-sell tactics. It eliminates the stereotype of salespeople maneuvering, ambushing, tricking, or cajoling customers into buying a product or service. World Class Selling, 2nd edition involves doing things for the client rather than to the client. If the customer doesn't benefit from the sale, the sale shouldn't take place.
The Astute Speculator: Moneymaking Stock Market Trading Advice from the Masters by Eric L. Prentis The Astute Speculator: Moneymaking Stock Market Trading Advice from the Masters by Eric L. Prentis Aug. 25, 2011 $9.99 112169 words Sample 20%
"The Astute Speculator" is the most important book on stock market trading since Jesse Livermore’s "How to Trade in Stocks," a national best seller. "The Astute Speculator" presents the collected wisdom from the greatest forty-five books and articles on speculating, making it the book to read. Successfully apply the best advice and techniques from the stock speculating experts.
The Inspired Shopper: Effortlessly Finding the Things You Truly Need by Catherine Magree The Inspired Shopper: Effortlessly Finding the Things You Truly Need by Catherine Magree Sep. 02, 2011 $2.99 111935 words Sample 15%
Save cash when you shop and curb your spending by using your unique intuitive abilities. With loads of shopping tips, shopping facts and real-life stories, The Inspired Shopper shows you how to become a skilled, efficient and mindful shopper. Whether you love shopping or hate it, you'll learn how to home in on the goods that will enhance your life - and avoid those that won't.
The Astute Investor, 2nd ed: Moneymaking Stock Market Advice from the Masters by Eric L. Prentis The Astute Investor, 2nd ed: Moneymaking Stock Market Advice from the Masters by Eric L. Prentis Aug. 25, 2011 $9.99 109309 words Sample 20%
"The Astute Investor, 2nd ed.," is the most important book on stock market investing since Benjamin Graham’s "The Intelligent Investor," a national best seller. "The Astute Investor, 2nd ed.," presents the collected wisdom from the greatest thirty-seven books and articles on investing, making it the book to read. Successfully apply the best advice and techniques from the stock investing experts.
Discover Your Inner Strength by Bob Weinstein, LtCol USAR-Ret. Discover Your Inner Strength by Bob Weinstein, LtCol USAR-Ret. Nov. 17, 2009 $6.95 106156 words Sample 50%
By Lt. Col. Bob Weinstein, Stephen Covey, Ken Blanchard and Brian Tracy, among others. Discover Your Inner Strength is the tool that can help you to dig deep inside and unleash your inner strength. Each interview in this anthology will give you valuable resources and knowledge about how to find your inner strength. Col. Weinstein talks about how to get your priorities straight.
Business Law in California by Michael Lustig Business Law in California by Michael Lustig July 17, 2011 $9.99 103728 words Sample 2%
Business Law in California provides a thorough explanation of the entire field of business law. covers the U.S. legal system, law & business, property, trusts & estates, agency, partnerships, corporations & other business forms, labor laws, sales of goods, contracts, negotiable instruments, secured transactions, insurance and professional licensure and liability.
Information Bombardment: Rising Above the Digital Onslaught by Nick Bontis Information Bombardment: Rising Above the Digital Onslaught by Nick Bontis June 16, 2011 $9.99 103338 words Sample 20%
It's Time to Work Smarter, Not Harder! Information Bombardment provides proven, real-world solutions for proactively managing the onslaught of information we face each day both in and out of the office. Dr. Nick Bontis weaves humor and personal stories with industry best practices and uses a simple framework of multilevel analysis to transform you to higher levels of productivity.
WoW Factor: an insider's look at the real skills developed in the virtual World of Warcraft by Kirk Wankel WoW Factor: an insider's look at the real skills developed in the virtual World of Warcraft by Kirk Wankel Aug. 30, 2010 $9.99 102902 words Sample 50%
Every day players develop valuable skills in the virtual World of Warcraft. The raid leader that helped your guild complete the latest expansion could be training to become the next great CEO. From battlefields to boardrooms, WoW Factor is an entertaining journey, transporting the World of Warcraft player out of the virtual world and into the real one.
Unsustainable by James MacDougald Unsustainable by James MacDougald June 30, 2010 $8.99 102416 words Sample 20%
UNSUSTAINABLE is packed with information that is vital to every taxpaying American. It reveals shocking information that has long been hidden from the public. It exposes how governments at every level hide the pay and exorbitant pensions they provide to themselves and use accounting trickery to keep taxpayers from knowing of the enormous costs and long-term liabilities.
21 Questions for 21 Millionaires: How Ordinary People Create Extraordinary Success by Brandon Pipkin 21 Questions for 21 Millionaires: How Ordinary People Create Extraordinary Success by Brandon Pipkin Oct. 11, 2011 $6.99 101065 words Sample 5%
This book tells the true success stories of 21 self-created millionaires in their own words. By interviewing 21 ordinary people who created extraordinary success, Brandon learned: - The four commonalities these millionaires share - The missing ingredient in success - The role of right time, right place in success - The myth of goals, vision, and passion and what advice they would give YOU!
Conscious Finance: Uncover Your Hidden Money Beliefs and Transform the Role of Money in Your Life by Rick Kahler Conscious Finance: Uncover Your Hidden Money Beliefs and Transform the Role of Money in Your Life by Rick Kahler Oct. 13, 2010 $5.99 100739 words Sample 10%
Learn how to manage money instead of letting money manage you. Poor money choices are often based on deep, unconscious beliefs about money. This readable, practical book shows you how to discover those beliefs and break their power. It gives you tools for taking control of your day-to-day money decisions so you can use money as a valuable resource for building a fulfilling life.