Reviews (114)

Avoid this book at all costs
Fortunately I only paid a few pound for this book at a book fair. I have been successfully day trading for over 5 years, have read in excess of 60 books. This is the worst I have seen. Oliver Velez should be taking out the backyard and horse whipped.

Beware of superbookdeals seller
If you want to buy the book, go ahead, just be careful of superbookdeals, they take your money but don't deliver and don't answer emails. Caveat Emptor.

Love this book!!!!!!!
This Book TOTALLY rocked!!!!! I read this book alot because it was so awesome ... Read more

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Reviews (8)

Good guide, but can be confusing sometimes
This is a good book. It is crammed with lots of information that is specific to the loan industry. It is a comprehensive guide covering most of the aspects of the loan industry. I turn to this guide every now and then to check up on problems and questions that I run into with my loans.
A Must Have for the new mortgage broker!
I wish I had found this book the very day I passed my state exam.It would have saved me much frustration and my confidence could have been boosted a lot sooner, which is key to succeeding in this business.This book is putting me equal to, if not ahead of many people who have been in the business for years.I'm shocked at how little people know and I'm pleased at how much I've learned from this book.Absolutely the best money I've spent on my new career!

Jameson Thottam (worked with The Loan Page, IndyMac Bank, Homestore)
Hi, my name is Jameson Thottam and as a mortgage industry participant (VP with various firms such as The Loan Page, IndyMac Bank, Homestore), I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in learning about how the mortgage industry works (soup to nuts: Mortgage Value Chain, Secondary Mortgage Loan Insider Trading, Marketing, and issues related to OCC / OTS / SEC / FDIC, RESPA legal issues & litigation, Operations and other significant issues).
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Subjects:  1. Banks & Banking    2. Business & Economics    3. Business & Economics / Banks & Banking    4. Business & Economics / Real Estate    5. Business & Economics / Training    6. Business / Economics / Finance    7. Business/Economics    8. Finance    9. Loan officers    10. Mortgage loans    11. Real Estate    12. Real Estate - General    13. Real Estate - Investments    14. Real Estate Finance    15. Residential real estate    16. Training   

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Total Rip-off
The book is good, but $130 dollars!!!!You still need to buy a 3 ring binder to put the sheets in, it's not even a paperback, meaning the publisher didn't even spend the money for binding. Who owns this company, Shell?Exxon?Enron?!?There are other accounting books for a fraction of the cost, but the organized crime (my community college) requires this particular one.I wonder what their incentive might be???

Beginners manual
If you are new to accounting then this book should definitely be on your list.Explaining step by step how to record basic journal entries and how these entries relate to the various financial statements (Income Statement, Cash-Flows...), in a clear and well organized fashion.The only reason I am unwilling to rate this book five stars is due to the price; as most people will be using this book as an introduction to financial accounting it does seem a little expensive.It is also worth noting the problems and examples used throughout the book are of excellent quality, especially the financial statements provided in appendix A and B.If you have previous experience within the accounting field I would probably recommend a book at a higher level but beginners could do no better. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Accounting    2. Accounting - Financial    3. Business & Economics    4. Business / Economics / Finance    5. Business/Economics    6. Business & Economics / Accounting / Financial    7. Financial accounting   

Reviews (13)

Excellent Ideas
I watch "Designed to Sell" every night - sometimes even the reruns! I looked forward to getting the book but was a bit disappointed about the book's layout. For one thing, on some of the pages they use very small print with a font color that almost matches the background of the photo on the page. I actually had to go back through the book at one point because I had missed some of the write-ups once I realized what they did.
Much more informative than I thought it would be...
I was expecting this to possibly be a picture book full of before/after shots.Instead, it's much meatier than I was expecting.So far, so good.

Great Resource
Designed to Sell is a well written book with helpful tips and photo comparisons from the Designed To Sell program.Lisa Laporta has a wonderful sense of style on a budget.I'll look forward to a possible sequel to this book.
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Great for the novice Risk Manager
If you are a budding Risk Manager/ Officer or are considering a career move towards Risk Management, this book is a good high-level illustration of what the major sleeves of Risk Management has to offer.
This book is a must read for all mid-level and executive level managers
James Lam has written a remarkably clear and relevant portrayal of how [enterprise] risk management can be used to deliver real value in any business.
Remarkably Succinct Coverage of a Hot New Topic
You bought Jorion, Pearson, and Hull; you slammed headfirst into the quantitative quagmire of risk management, and you may even have passed the Financial Risk Manager exam, sponsored by the Global Association of Risk Professionals, but are you prepared to become your company's "Risk Champion?"Can you explain to laymen why loss distributions are not normal?Can you illustrate the "sweet spot" in the profit/risk tradeoff?If you aren't quite there yet, pick up James Lam's new book, Enterprise Risk Management, From Incentives to Controls.It's a book you can read on the five hour flight from New York to Los Angeles, and its melodies will linger in your memory.This book has changed the way I communicate with people both in and outside the risk management profession.Read it with a highlighter in your hand, and keep the book within easy reach. ... Read more

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Reviews (5)

Excellent!
It is most refreshing to find a book that discloses the less than glamorous side of Forex trading. The percentage of people who consistently win is very small but this is the case with all businesses, not just trading.The information discussed in this book is precisely the kind of information that makes the difference between those seeking fast wealth who then drop out a few months later, and those who persevere and are able to stack the odds in their favor. Forex trading is indeed a matter of learning to beat the odds by trading based on a combination of factors that add up to high percentage odds which create consistent wins over time. Igor has earned my respect as one of the few legitimate traders who is not in the business to be a broker's employee selling glamour to the masses who have no intention of undergoing the discipline and work it takes to become a successful trader. Thanks!

A light at the end if the tunnel
Being exposed to Forex for a little more than 13 years now, I have to honestly say that having read numerous volumes on the subject this book stands out both by it's simplicity and complexity combined. It is a well known fact that a majority of really great things are simple. Here is where this book comes in. Even though it might lool a bit comlex after reading it carefully and grasping the idea, or better put, the strategy that Igor describes you will get the sense of safe heaven. Forex markets are driven both internally and externally by such an abundance of information that it is difficult and sometimes very tiresome to make sense of it all. This book gives a clear cut picture of what needs to be done at a a very specific points in time. It doesn't just give you the tools to trade but also, and that's extremelly important, teaches you the right attitude to forex. It gives the trader the peace of mind with clear cut money management and trading techniques to be applied when the market presents it's opportunities. This strategy can be used by both seasones traders as well as novices. You can work and still manage 20 to 40 min a day to do your analyses and enter the orders for the trades. Or you can watch the market constantly and identify and react to the situations that present itself. I highly recomend this book as a unique approach to trading and consistently making money with a very limited stress that most people experience in this bussiness. For a person with an opened mind this could be a breakthrough that they need to develop their own profitable trading routine.

Hands-on trading guide
I view this book as the best possible instruction manual and survival guide in a cold and merciless trading world.
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Subjects:  1. Business & Economics    2. Business / Economics / Finance    3. Business/Economics    4. Finance    5. Foreign exchange futures    6. Foreign exchange market    7. Investments & Securities - General    8. Speculation    9. Business & Economics / Finance    10. Investment & securities   

Reviews (7)

Poor Quality
This book has serious manufacturing defects.First books pages were not in align, same problem with replacement book.Amazon must have no quality control, because I do not known how they could miss this.Amazon was great in replacing book, but sent me another defective book.Had no other problems with Amazon books in past.If you order this book expect defects.

One of the true classics
This book is a true classic, and most investors would be well-advised to start with this book as they seek to learn more about the process of making their money work for them.In particular, Graham's book is useful because it recognizes that the universe of potential investments is greater than just stocks - he covers warrants, bonds, etc.
I Like This One The Best
Out of all the editions of this book commonly available I have to admit liking this one the best.It is the original Graham unfiltered by Warren Buffett or anyone else.There is some great advice in the book but much of it is available elsewhere these days and much of it many experienced investors understand only too well after recent adventures in the stock market.It is worth noting, however, that despite all the hype about Graham's being a buy and hold kind of guy, the book contains a Dow Jones timing strategy that the author thought the public might find useful in timing their sales and purchases of stocks.
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Editorial Review

On any given day, one out of four Americans opts for a quick and cheap meal at a fast-food restaurant, without giving either its speed or its thriftiness a second thought. Fast food is so ubiquitous that it now seems as American, and harmless, as apple pie. But the industry's drive for consolidation, homogenization, and speed has radically transformed America's diet, landscape, economy, and workforce, often in insidiously destructive ways. Eric Schlosser, an award-winning journalist, opens his ambitious and ultimately devastating exposé with an introduction to the iconoclasts and high school dropouts, such as Harlan Sanders and the McDonald brothers, who first applied the principles of a factory assembly line to a commercial kitchen. Quickly, however, he moves behind the counter with the overworked and underpaid teenage workers, onto the factory farms where the potatoes and beef are grown, and into the slaughterhouses run by giant meatpacking corporations. Schlosser wants you to know why those French fries taste so good (with a visit to the world's largest flavor company) and "what really lurks between those sesame-seed buns." Eater beware: forget your concerns about cholesterol, there is--literally--feces in your meat. Read more

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Easy to get lost
If you like fact reading, you'll like this.I thought he was to discriptive and went on and on and on about nonsense. Some of the info was really good, but it was hard to stay focused and really take it all in.I found my mind wondering and thinking about other things.

Like a guilty little trip to the corner Mickey D's
Eric Schlosser's "Fast Food Nation" is a thorough if somewhat slanted analysis of the fast food industry.The author hooks the reader early with sweeping invectives against the titans of fast food.Before you can say "Supersize Me," you've learned that Ray Kroc and his cronies are responsible for the homogenization of global culture, the spread of E. coli and other deadly pathogens, the obesity of America's children, and the exploitation of the unskilled masses.Take a deep breath - that's just the intro.
Top-notch Journalism
The author brings a high level of professionalism to his story about the growth of the fast food industry and the consequences of its ruthless pursuit of profits.
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Reviews (29)

Not very good for beginners
I'm sorry to say that I was disappointed of this compared to previous versions of Rich Dad series.It isn't for novices like me, but more for intermediate or expert investors.I suggest reading something like Investing Without Losing by Don Sausa for a better guide on real estate investing, especially for finding properties below market value.

Fun Book on Bricks
This was a very feel-good primer on real estate investing.It's very much about the mindset of why you should invest.A couple of years ago it would have been like a cheerleading squad for newbies.But in this uncertain time, it's just a little comfort.
Finally a book with real numbers and details, not just fluff like the others
First, I was a bit skeptical because although I really liked the Rich Dad series, I thought it was extremely light in the "how" department.Everything he said made sense, but how do I do it?Well the ABC's of Real Estate Investing will take it to the next step and tell you how.
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Reviews (26)

Excellent
There is so much information in this book a review need only be brief."The Secrets of Economic Indicators" has the most accurate and concise definitions for terms, indicators, indexes, and general information about them than most other books on this topic.All of the contact information on these agencies and groups are provided.The brilliance in this book is its a) organization b) succinctness c) writing style.Written to point, and for the layperson.Easy reading.
Good Book
I used this book for a course at school and i coupled it to econoday.com and found the compbination of the two resources an excellent way to understand the real world of business.

Highly Recommended Reading
This is the book I suggest getting if you are trading reports in my group. Very well written and excellent research! I have been trading and teaching Fundmanetal Trading in foreign exchange for several years. This is a must have item for my students. ... Read more

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Reviews (7)

Textbook, Not Real World
Coverage of theoretical, not application.Useful for referencing concepts and reinforcing a specific point, but much more of a teaching text than reference material.

worst than boring school text book
This book is worst than school text book!!! Don't understand how others rated this book so highly.It is full of principles and theories vs. practicle real life informations.If you want to waste $$ or if your desire is to obtain dry, boring book to help you sleep, this is the one.

all about development
This book is very helpful to the novice real estate developer or student. It's very clearly written and the information is well ordered. Ideas, concepts and explanantions are well expressed. The glossary is also helpful. Highly recommended. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Business & Economics    2. Business / Economics / Finance    3. Business/Economics    4. Real Estate - General    5. Real estate development    6. United States    7. Business    8. Property & real estate    9. Real Estate   

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Excellent and Comprehensive Introduction to Microeconomics!!!
If you are really into learning Microeconomics right form the start, this is the book for you... ... Read more

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Reviews (9)

Not a good book for real estate tax liens or tax deed sales
I went to read this book to see if they had any definite information on tax liens and tax deeds.Plenty of developers have raked in millions because they were able to start subdivisions with cheap land bought through tax sales.Unfortunately, this book doesn't cover a lot of this.
Wish I had seen it first
I am only mid-way through this book but it has already answered so many of my questions (that another book did not)!I am new to real estate investing but not new to real estate.This book is layed out (like the rest of the Dummies books) in a very easy to follow format.It points out items to definitely remember when considering transactions and also points out warnings.
Very Good Book on Real Estate Investing!!
I've purchased several books on real estate(RE) investing and this book by far is the best of the lot.It is written in a concise yet informative manner and provides beginning investors with the techniques and strategies to get their RE investment careers off to a solid start.I'm sure I'll be referring to this book many times throughout my RE investment career.
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Reviews (10)

A Quick Guide to Venture Capital Thinking
This book, one claimed by the publisher to fall into the need-to-read category rather than the nice-to-read, is aimed at giving the businessman the information he needs to know to be able to hold an intelligent conversation with a venture capitalist.
Great Book - But Even Better is Author DVD Called Negotiating Term Sheets & Valuations in VC Deals
This author definitely knows his stuff - but even better is author's new product called Negotiating Term Sheets and Valuations in Venture Capital Deals (ISBN 1597010987).It is a 100 minute DVD that has a lot of different material in it that is critical for doing venture capital deals.It also covers specific negotiation strategies and roles and motivations for each key deal participant - which is not covered in this book or the authors other book (Term Sheets & Valuations).

Very Disappointed
After enjoying his first book, Term Sheets and Valuations, I was looking forward to this one.I regret to say that I found it a big waste of time and a bigger waste of money.
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Reviews (24)

Great book!
Great book not only for those who flip, but even for regular homebuyers in general. I am very impressed with this book. Not only it is very informative, but it is very easy to understand and read!

Good book--could be better
Pretty good book for someone starting out.He does add alot of personal life not related to flipping and repeats over and over how he is a host on Extra.Would be better if before and after pictures were from the same angle.

A Classic
This book will undoubtedly become a classic in this category, and for good reason.It is practical, well-written and realistic.It provides great pictures and examples of the author's points.It also doesn't over-hype the flipping concept as a get-rich-quick scheme.
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Subjects:  1. Business & Economics    2. Business / Economics / Finance    3. Business/Economics    4. House buying    5. House selling    6. Real Estate - General    7. Real Estate - Investments    8. Real Estate Investment    9. Business & Economics / Real Estate   

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it's "all that and a bag of chips"
This is a demanding high school (or undemanding college) introductory textbook on the subject.Only the most rudimentary algebra is required, and honestly one could easily get through the book without even that.
Simply put, the best economics textbook on the market
UPDATE:This is the 3rd edition.The 4th edition just came out, and it is excellent.I have read every page, and will post a review as soon as I have time.But in the meantime, do not buy the 3rd edition.(I'm not sure why Amazon is still selling this now outdated edition.)
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Reviews (24)

Content is disaapointing
This book is not worth your time.It covers the most basic material, and full of clichés, generalities and fallacies.If you are over 20 years old and if you actually find something new in this book, then you definitely shouldn't be investing in real estate.You might get lucky when the tide is rising, but you will likely loose it all.

Good overall picture but light on specifics
I was hoping for more details on the different types of real estate transactions while the book is more focused on just getting you excited about real estate and getting started.Pretty good if you need something to lift you up and get you going but very light on details - models discussed are very high level.

The Millionaire Real Estate Investor
Great book, it's not just a bunch of fluff like some other books are. The book breaks the process down and give's you good outlines follow.Also has some inspiring story to motivate you. ... Read more

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Clear and compelling
This book spells out in a clear and compelling fashion the challenges that American workers face in our global economy, and what can be done to stop the American dream from disintegrating any further.
Finally!
Finally, a book that tells the truth about what is really happening to the middle class in this country -- and more importantly, gives common sense solutions that could really turn America around. That's probably because it is written -- not by someone who has spent his life in academia or in politics or talking on TV or radio -- but on the front lines actually fighting to make work pay for working families. He's looked both employers and working people in the eye, and that makes all the difference. This book is interesting, personal, and visionary.

Best of its Kind
Informative, visionary, yet personal.This book is the work of a brilliant individual who is passionate about his subject.His views cover not only the story of labor,then, now and in the future, but its interconnection with governments and economies throughout the world. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Industrial relations    2. Labor & Industrial Relations - General    3. Labor movement    4. Labor unions    5. Political Science    6. Politics / Current Events    7. Politics/International Relations    8. Reference    9. United States    10. Political Science / Labor & Industrial Relations