The First-Time Homeowner's Handbook: A Complete Guide and Workbook for the First-Time Home Buyer (Book & CD-ROM)
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Fantastic Information
  • excellent advice for all homebuyers
  • Feel Confident Buying Your First Home
  • Even building your own house is examined in this excellent, wide-ranging guide recommended for its easy explanations.
  • Exceeded my hopes and expectations
The First-Time Homeowner's Handbook: A Complete Guide and Workbook for the First-Time Home Buyer (Book & CD-ROM)

Manufacturer: Atlantic Publishing Company
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0910627703

Book Description

The procedure of buying a home can be a scary experience. There are a lot of people to deal with, from realtors to attorneys to bankers. There's tons of paperwork with terms and vocabulary that read like a foreign language. In this new book you will find vital information and great strategies that will allow you to find your dream home faster and feel confident about the purchase. You will learn to avoid some of the most prevalent—and potentially dangerous and expensive—mistakes made by first-time home buyers.

According to Money Magazine, "Over the past five years, home values nationally have risen 65 percent while the stock market has fallen." Now is the time to get into the real estate marketplace. With the help of this comprehensive new guide, you will learn how to find the best opportunities, negotiating, financing, budgets, needs and wants, credit reports, home-buying timeline, the process of building a house, manufactured homes, real estate and mortgage glossaries, setting values, home warranties, homeowners insurance, creative financing, buying with little or no money down, closing, moving plans, walk-throughs, closing and settlement inspections, legal contracts, mortgages, what you can afford, deciding which neighborhood to choose, hiring a realtor, which government agencies can help, considerations for veterans, IRA use, hiring an attorney, the offer, calculating monthly payments, and escrow.

This comprehensive resource contains a wealth of modern tips and strategies for financing and closing on a property. The author shows readers how to find out how much they're really worth, how to uncover unknown assets, and how to enhance credit ratings within six months, provides information and suggestions on everything from no-down-payment mortgages to finding the right agent. It leads you down the path to home ownership, one step at a time. Though you may be relatively cash-poor or have a less-than-perfect credit rating, you can acquire a mortgage and find the house you've always wanted.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Fantastic Information.......2007-08-27

I just recently finished it and I feel like having taken a course on Real Estate 101. It is helpful, practical, and easy to read. It has great tools like check-off lists and sample contracts all on a complimentary CD.

We are looking into buying a house and this has given me a great base of knowledge to start making smarter decision.

Worth the $$.

5 out of 5 stars excellent advice for all homebuyers.......2007-01-11


Though this book's title specifies that it's for the first time buyer, my advice would be to pick it up and read it thoroughly regardless of how many times you've bought or built. It is a super compendium of all the steps a buyer needs to take, including information on motivation and emotions in home buying, taxes, paperwork, hiring a professional advocate such as a lawyer or real estate agent, and an in-depth discussion of how to find out your credit score. The section on credit also gives good advice about establishing and maintaining a good credit score that would be helpful for anyone trying to finance a large purchase. The information in this book should be available from the real estate agent you're working with, but it's good to know it yourself in case the agent isn't keeping your well-being in mind at all times.

I also appreciated the straightforward, matter-of-fact tone of this book. There were no embellishments, just the information in a logical, easy to understand format. It also includes a 15 page glossary, helpful for the novice. Five stars out of five.

5 out of 5 stars Feel Confident Buying Your First Home.......2006-12-21

First off, let me say that my husband and I really appreciate the CD. It has all the forms and lists we needed to feel confident when we bought our first home. From building costs and budget worksheets, to banking support, these documents were a big help.

From why you want to own your own home, what to do when you find the one you're looking for, and what to expect at closing, this handbook walks you through the process. This step-by-step guide shows you how to fill out the attached forms and gives you confidence that is sure to eliminate any buyer's remorse you would have felt after your purchase.

Overall, the book was very helpful and will be a useful tool for anyone going through the process for the first time. Buying your first house doesn't have to be scary. This handbook makes the process an understandable and exciting experience.

5 out of 5 stars Even building your own house is examined in this excellent, wide-ranging guide recommended for its easy explanations........2006-12-12

The First-Time Homeowner's Handbook: A Complete Guide and Workbook for the First-Time Home Buyer comes with 30 forms on a convenient cd-rom and covers the entire experience of buying a home, from understanding terminology and confusing points to avoiding common, expensive mistakes. Chapters cover the basics from how to look and assess to financing and closing. Even building your own house is examined in this excellent, wide-ranging guide recommended for its easy explanations.

Diane C. Donovan
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5 out of 5 stars Exceeded my hopes and expectations.......2006-11-09

I was a little nervous about buying yet another book on how to buy my first home. After all, if I had spent all the money I spent researching the concept on my down payment... Well, ok may that's a bit of an exaggeration. I was still skeptical I could learn anything new, but I was wrong. This book is different from other guides in that it provides accessible information for me, the everyday Joe Q. public person. I don't have a trust fund to take care of my bills, my credit isn't pristine for the past billion years, and my credit-to-debt ratio reflects 8 years of college from a working class environment. Yet, this book gave me answers, strategies, and lots of helpful information that was more than just hope. It made it seem possible. Nothing is just glossed over; rather there are comprehensive guides, tools, and strategies to make owning your own home a reality. The forms included on the CD are a bonus as well! And in PDF format for a win so it's simply filling it out on screen, printing and moving forward with no excuses left! I can't wait till I finally close!
Schaum's Outline of Electric Machines & Electromechanics
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Really great supplemental text and source of problems
  • Weak on PM Machines
  • Helpful tool for electrical machine problems
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More than 50,000 copies of this powerful study guide sold in the first edition! Covering a broad range of topics, from simple DC magnetic circuits to electronic control of DC and AC motors, all the concepts and their applications are clearly explained and illustrated. Includes hundreds of problems with detailed solutions to help students learn quickly and reaise test scores without investing unnecessary time. Ideal for undergraduate students of electrical engineering, for solo study, and as a refresher.

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5 out of 5 stars Really great supplemental text and source of problems.......2007-02-05

This book doubles as a cheap textbook on the subject it covers - electric machines and electromechanics. If I remember correctly, this was not one of the more difficult upper undergraduate Electrical Engineering courses, but that was because I had a very good instructor. The textbook itself was somewhat useless...and expensive. This text has plenty of well done narrative explaining all of the concepts. With this particular subject, good figures are important too, and they are plentiful in this Schaum's outline. Equations are all explained and presented well, with lots of example problems as well as solved exercises. I particularly liked the last chapter in the book on the electronic control of electric machines. It does a good job of merging what is really two subject matters and explains concepts well. It shows Electrical Engineering students that all of these courses don't exist in a vacuum. You are going to need to learn how to merge electromechanics, electronics, and digital systems into unified designs, and this book gets you started down that road. One reviewer said that he/she thought the outline was dated. I haven't found that to be true at all, at least for the situations where I've required some brushing up. The student should already have an understanding of electric and electronic circuits, basic electromagnetics, and calculus. Highly recommended.

3 out of 5 stars Weak on PM Machines.......2005-05-08

Good book overall, but is getting dated. Most of the problems seem to be done in Gauss and Oersteds, and I don't believe there were any problems which used Neodemium magnets, which are most common in newer, high efficiency motors.

There was also very little on Permanent Magnet machines, about 6 pages, much of which was diagrams or descriptions of magnet types. Am still looking for a good book with problems on Permanent Magnet motors and generators.

Am using Hendershot and Miller's Design of Brushless Permanent Magnet Motors, which is very good. But it does not have many problems in it.

4 out of 5 stars Helpful tool for electrical machine problems.......2000-05-29

I found that this book is a very useful source for solving problems related to elctrical machines. It provides clear and easy to follow instructions that are well laid out and easy to follow. It offers a varying level of problems ranging from the fundamentals through to the more complex machine problems. This is a useful aid or reference for anyone looking for a book to help them in their studies and wants to have more practice at solving problems relating to this subject.
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5 out of 5 stars Truly Excellent Book!.......2005-10-01

I was thrilled to finally get some serious and safe " how to" information on investing. I thoroughly read and enjoyed Peter Lynch's book " One Up On Wall Street", which is the true ABC guide to investing, but never felt confident enough to put my money in any sort of investment vehicle. This book helps the reader to diversify and thus reduce risk. Simple explanations and data to back up the authors' claims makes this an excellent guide for the first time investor.

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5 out of 5 stars Great Primer on Investing Basics and Risks Involved.......2004-08-20

Although I'm a veteran investor, I enjoyed reading this well-written updated third edition by two highly qualified authors. Everyone involved in investing in the stock market, mutual funds or separately managed accounts will glean useful information from this book. Composed of 22 chapters and three appendices, this 300-page paperback covers the key basics of investing.

This no-nonsense easy-to-read text explains the importance of determining your risk tolerance before you invest, understanding the difference between asset allocation and diversification so you don't make foolish mistakes, knowing how to determine your retirement income goals and capabilities, and investing for your children's education.

Many investors do not have a clear idea of the riskiness of the stock market. Perhaps after the the Nasdaq Composite Index fell from 5048 in March 2000 to 1100 in October 2002, investors learned the hard way that risk really matters. That is why one of the key discussion points that the authors hammer home is the comparison of investment risk vs. reward. The authors cover the risk-to-reward spectrum with numerical examples, the meaning of the efficient frontier, beta, and the standard deviation. One chapter provides a blueprint of how to build a diversified portfolio in five easy steps.

Additional chapters cover the basics of investing in active and passive mutual funds, their share classes, stocks, bonds, annuities,separate accounts and company stock options. Also provided is a 17-page glossary of investment terms.

If you have never invested in the stock market or have a minimal knowledge of how to play the game, then I highly recommend that your read this book before you place your hard-earned cash in the market so that the odds are in your favor. You need at least a basic knowledge prior to investing, otherwise your may lost a large portion of your capital without realizing what happened to you, and that would be a shame.

4 out of 5 stars Useful info and easy to read........2004-07-16

An easy read yet full of useful info. The authors explained some concepts I'd heard often but never fully understood. I'm excited about applying the concepts to my personal portfolio and my 401k.
First Time Investor's Workbook: A Hands-On Guide to Implementing a Successful Investment Plan
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5 out of 5 stars A Financial Advisor's Review.......2005-08-23

Gave this to a client who wanted to be more knowledgeable about basic investing. She spent the weekend working through the book, and called to say it's the best book she's ever read. She said she placed it beside her Bible as her second most important book for her family!

5 out of 5 stars This book is phenemonal !.......2001-09-20

Two thumbs up! Finding an investment book that actually makes sense to me is a rarity. This might actually be the first that actually helps me make money. I would recommend it to any investor, not just the neophytes. It is written in an easy-to-read fashion, but is jam packed with information that anyone can use. In fact, I'm going to give it to everyone I know as a Christmas present. This is the best book I've read all year. Buy it. Read it. Use it.

5 out of 5 stars Really helpful & suprising.......2001-08-14

I read this on a flight overseas. It helped me to understand what I've been doing wrong over the past few years. As a doctor I have very little time to commit to investing however this was without a doubt one of the most useful and practical books I've ever read on investing. I only wish I'd gotten it sooner, it would have stopped me from making a lot of mistakes! Easy to apply and gave me some real peace of mind.

5 out of 5 stars Easier than studying.......2001-06-22

I read this book to see if I could get more out of it than I was getting at my college investments class. It actually helped me to understand the concepts the complicated text books included. As a student I can see this book being very useful to anybody learning about investing. The graphical depictions are awesome. Really interesting and practical, I'm sending this to my Mom to help her out. Now all I need is some money to do it with!

5 out of 5 stars This Was Really Great.......2001-06-21

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    The First Time Investor: How to Start Safe, Invest Smart & Sleep Well
    Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    • A Deceptive Title
    • This book is excellent.
    • Badly organized.
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    The First Time Investor will change the way you view your money! This comprehensive and respected guidebook, a bestselling Fortune book club selection in its first edition, has been completely updated to explain rules, strategies, and techniques for investing success in today's turbulent market. Packed with examples, its discussions include: How to take the first steps to get your investment plan in motion; Step-by-step techniques to increase returns while minimizing risk; On-line trading techniques to slash commission costs; An up-to-date listing of important Internet resources; Asset class investing tips and strategies. Master the rules of independent investing, minus sales pressure, bias, and irrelevant media noise, with The First Time Investor.

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    2 out of 5 stars A Deceptive Title.......2000-01-14

    This book is not appropriate for a first time investor. It never really describes what a stock is, how a bond works, or why interest rates matter. If you have no knowledge of investment, I suggest you find a gentler introduction.

    5 out of 5 stars This book is excellent........1999-02-03

    I'm no writer, but I've been an investor for 25 years. I have two kids in college. I bought books for both of them. The author makes it clear how to invest without taking needless risks understandable. I know the "On-line Day Traders" are today's hot books, but I've seen traders come and go. I like how the author refers to investment news as investment pornography. It get you all excited but that's about all. I think this is an important book because once this part of your life is handled, you can make different life decisions. Not decisions based on investment catch-up. Today's college kids are watching CNBC and CNN on their breaks. They think that kind of info gives them up to the minute answers. But so much of the news is mis-information. This book will help anyone who is serious about saving and investing. I recommend it.

    2 out of 5 stars Badly organized........1999-01-11

    Make no mistake: I can see that Chambers is fairly intelligent, and his prose is actually not that bad. But he needs a harsher editor. The book drifts from topic to topic, and the sequence of chapters makes little sense. Especially poor are the discussions of academic theory. Chambers fails to make it clear whom he agrees with, or why. The strategy of "get in, stay in, and ignore the investment noise"--which Chambers is correct to recommend--does not need elaborate citation of investment theory to justify itself. It is becoming common sense, even for "ordinary" investors. (Or maybe I'm too optimistic?) The discussions of diversification contain some insights, but I've read other books that present the same points much more clearly (e.g. anything by Rick Edelman). No, I'm not an experienced investor, but I am a writer, and as a writer and reader I cannot recommend this book.
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    First Time Investor is for people who want their investment options explained in a simple, supportive way. Highly experienced advisor Gordon Williamson provides you with the essential, first-step information you need to make wise investments. It's filled with straightforward, no-nonsense tips and strategies.

    First Time Investor covers:

    Stocks, bonds, and mutual funds

    Retirement accounts

    Sound investment strategies

    Common mistakes to avoid

    And plenty more!

    First time investors want to know that they're going to make money. But at the same time they want to know that their investments are going to be safe. First Time Investor will show them just how to achieve that balance.

    Customer Reviews:

    4 out of 5 stars not bad.......2001-07-30

    When acquaintances ask me to explain investing to them, I tell them it's not something you can learn in a five minute conversation, and I tell them to get a few books on the subject. Although I have not found a single book that is completely satisfactory, this one is good. And it's not too large, which unfortunately is important because a lot of people have short attention spans and would never make it through a more verbose primer.
    CIMA: Pass First Time! (CIMA Exam Support Books) (CIMA Exam Support Books)
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      CIMA: Pass First Time! (CIMA Exam Support Books) (CIMA Exam Support Books)
      David Harris
      Manufacturer: CIMA Publishing
      ProductGroup: Book
      Binding: Paperback

      GeneralGeneral | Popular Economics | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
      GeneralGeneral | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
      GeneralGeneral | Accounting | Industries & Professions | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
      ManagementManagement | Accounting | Industries & Professions | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
      ManagementManagement | Management & Leadership | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
      GeneralGeneral | Accounting | Accounting & Finance | Professional & Technical | Subjects | Books
      ASIN: 0750683961

      Book Description

      Students of professional qualifications often work in the dark. Many take no formal tuition and are often left to learn off the page.

      Many students learn the theory but are unable to identify what the question requires. They miss marks they could, and should have picked up for material they have spent precious time studying. They fail exams they have the ability to pass. This book spotlights what examiners look for and helps you ask, and answer, this key question What exactly does the examiner want?

      The book covers exam techniques, how to approach different styles of question (such as CBA, essays, case studies) how to lay out your work, etc. Written in a straightforward manner, this study buddy gets the point across clearly without dumbing down important messages. Cartoons, illustrations and mind-maps show you how you should be thinking, and what you should be doing in order to work smarter, not harder.

      Professional exams are highly time pressured, both for the student and the marker. Good exam technique is a priority.

      This book will help you get all the marks you deserve, and perhaps a few you don't!

      * Get the most out of your study time, and maximum marks at exam time - this books shows you how to work smarter, not harder
      * Written by a CIMA Examiner and Tutor, this study buddy shows you exactly what the examiner is looking for
      * Illustrations, mind-maps and cartoons cool your nerves and show you how to plan and write your answer succinctly and successfully
      CliffsNotes First-time Investing Online for Canadians
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        CliffsNotes First-time Investing Online for Canadians
        Andrew Dagys , and Jill Gilbert
        Manufacturer: Not Avail
        ProductGroup: Book
        Binding: Paperback

        GeneralGeneral | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
        IntroductionIntroduction | Investing | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
        GeneralGeneral | Personal Finance | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
        InvestingInvesting | Personal Finance | Software | Computers & Internet | Subjects | Books
        ASIN: 1894413261

        Book Description

        In the world of investing, online transactions have revolutionized business practices. Now you can take advantage of the possibilities to make quick profitable investments online. CliffsNotes First-time Investing Online for Canadians takes a beginner's approach to using the Internet to shape your finances. Learn about the best Web sites for gathering information about stocks, bonds, and mutual funds and how to make online trades. You'll find: information to help you decide whether online investing is for you; Web research techniques for finding details on stocks, bonds, and mutual funds; how to open your online account and make your first online trade; and ways to save money on brokerage fees and transactions.

        Books:

        1. The Five Rules for Successful Stock Investing: Morningstar's Guide to Building Wealth and Winning in the Market
        2. The Five Rules for Successful Stock Investing: Morningstar's Guide to Building Wealth and Winning in the Market
        3. The Handbook of Fixed Income Securities
        4. The Law of Tax-Exempt Organizations, 7th Edition
        5. The Law of Tax-Exempt Organizations, 7th Edition
        6. The Leaky Funnel: Earn More Customers by Aligning Sales and Marketing to the Way Businesses Buy
        7. The Little Book of Common Sense Investing: The Only Way to Guarantee Your Fair Share of Stock Market Returns (Little Book Big Profits)
        8. The Little Book of Common Sense Investing: The Only Way to Guarantee Your Fair Share of Stock Market Returns (Little Book Big Profits)
        9. The Little Book of Common Sense Investing: The Only Way to Guarantee Your Fair Share of Stock Market Returns (Little Book Big Profits)
        10. The Little Book of Common Sense Investing: The Only Way to Guarantee Your Fair Share of Stock Market Returns (Little Book Big Profits)

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