Individual Freedom: Selected Works of William H. Hutt (Contributions in Economics and Economic History)

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Individual Freedom: Selected Works of William H. Hutt (Contributions in Economics and Economic History)
William H. Hutt , Svetozar Pejovich , and David Klingaman
Manufacturer: Greenwood Press
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Individual Freedom Selected Works of William H. Hutt
Svetozar (David Klingaman) Pejovich
Manufacturer: Greenwood Press
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Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000J0W112

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I recommed it to my students.......2005-02-17

I am a law professor and this is the one book about legal writing I recommend to my students. However, please note that this book is not a textbook. There are better textbooks to teach [and learn] analytical thinking, persuasive writing and legal research. What this book provides is a great quick reference guide to some of the most common problems in writing in general and legal writing in particular. The book is well organized and concise. The material is organized around short rules and for every rule there are good examples of poor writing and suggestions on how to improve it.

Accurate but dry........2001-11-21

Go ahead and use this book as a reference. Skim it once in a while to refresh your memory about correct legal style. But don't sit down and read it straight through, as I did. I found it slow going and dry.

Not bad, but nothing new.......2001-06-03

This book is one of many on legal writing. The information usually stays the same even though the titles change. It would be a good start for an attorney with little background in writing. But if you've read other books on legal writing, pass this one by.

Along Came A Legal Writer.......2001-04-23

THE ELEMENTS OF LEGAL WRITING nowadays are clear, simple everyday language avoiding lawyerisms and following standard grammar and word order. Computer and word processing graphic design and typeface breakthroughs make how documents look important: text in attractively manageable chunks, such as paragraphs each generally running no longer than about 1/4-1/2 of the page, and with descriptive headings, footnotes and transitions prioritizing orderly presentation of ideas and respecting the visually balancing role of white space. Authors Martha Faulk and Irving M Mehler review effective format, grammar, organization, tone, and word order choices. Their book would interest readers of Clarice R Cox and Jerrold G Brown's REPORT WRITING FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROFESSIONALS, THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND CRIMINOLOGY ON THE WORLD WIDE WEB, Barbara Frazee and Joseph N Davis' PAINLESS POLICE REPORT WRITING, and Don MacLeod's THE INTERNET GUIDE FOR THE LEGAL RESEARCHER

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The 100 establishments that have been identified by incognito judges as worthy of admission to the prestigious Tea Guild each offer homemade sweets and savories that use local ingredients and reflect regional traditions. Settings range from cooked little house built in 1687 to a garden with stunning views of the windswept coastline. Organized by region (including London); with map, directions, hours; and things to do and see in each area.

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Audio tape series which is a companion to the workbook. Contains 4 audio tapes. [2 hours]

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The bestselling author of "Resumes Don't Get Jobs" shows how to ruthlessly tailor job-hunting strategies to the realities of business today, from telecommuting and reengineering to outsourcing and the meltdown of company/employee loyalty. Lightning Print on Demand Title

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Insightful!.......2001-08-24

Bob Weinstein has built a career on advising you about yours. He is right on target in his latest book, a snappy, honest, conversational guide to job-hunting. Throw away all your old books on the subject. This one takes you right into the heart of today's marketplace, where the old employment-seeking rules (even from five or 10 years ago) no longer apply. Whether you're looking for a new job, or your next one, we [...] highly recommend this book to everyone from custodians to CEOs.

This book speaks the truth.......1999-10-12

As a professional "headhunter," I lend this book to candidates as a primer. Weinstein fearlessly debunks the myths around getting hired. Unfortunately, few people will practice what he preaches. Humans tend to go with conventional wisdom. The bold others will always get the jobs they want.

Who Says There Are No Jobs Out There?: 25 Irreverent Rules for Getting a Job

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Who Says There Are No Jobs Out There?: 25 Irreverent Rules for Getting a Job
Bob Weinstein
Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill
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Binding: Paperback
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An engaging back-to-the-basics approach to financial freedom.

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Check Out the Person

A good read

Good Motivator

A bit old

Order is Not Important - The Message Is!

Rich Dad's Retire Young, Retire Rich : How to Get Rich Quickly and Stay Rich Forever!
Sharon L. Lechter
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Cashflow Quadrant: Rich Dad's Guide to Financial Freedom

Rich Dad's Guide to Investing: What the Rich Invest in, That the Poor and the Middle Class Do Not!

Rich Dad, Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money--That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not!

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ASIN: 1586212567

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It's the American Dream--to be able to make so much money at an early age that you could decide when to retire, knowing that you have enough money stashed away to ensure a life not burdened by financial restraints.Here, in the fifth book in the phenomenal Rich Dad series, financial guru Robert Kiyosaki provides practical insight on how to put together a financial plan which will not only make you prosperous but will also allow you to map out the freedom to choose your own retirement age.

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It's the American dream;to be able to make so much money at an early age that you could decide when to retire, knowing full well that you have enough money stashed away to ensure a life not burdened by financial restraints. In this new book, the fifth in the Rich Dad series, financial guru Robert Kiyosaki provides practical insight on how to put together a financial plan which will not only make you prosperous but will also allow you to map out the freedom to choose your own retirement age. Built upon Kiyosaki's own personal experiences; he retired at the age of 49; he shows how you can take advantage of smart investments in real estate and in the stock market to help you control your own financial destiny.

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Check Out the Person.......2007-06-28

Saw this guy hawking his hype on TV and decided to do a little background checking. While his general priciples are expoused by any financial "guru" the fact remains he's been bankrupt at least once following his own information. Real estate is risky business and not the bed of roses he makes it out to be. Just wait until your first stinker of a renter and when the state comes a calling because the person you rented a 1 bedroom apartment to has two kids and the law doesn't allow this (after the person told you they had no kids).

Wouldn't surprise me that most of his money comes from selling these books more than real estate.

A good read.......2007-05-22

Like other author's book, this one is also easy to follow, a good bedtime read. Unfortunately like other books it lacks more specific detail on the subject although it is present more here then in the other books.

The whole series is a good eye opener but author would do all of us a favor if he would make all of it into one book.

Good Motivator.......2007-02-26

Once again, the Rich Dad series has an inspiring and motivational book. No it doesn't give you all of the answers, but tells you how you need to think to be rich. Why do most lottery winners go broke? Because they don't know how to think and act rich and just blow their money. This book will definitley help you think rich and become rich if you beleive in yourself.

A bit old.......2007-02-16

This is Rich Dad Poor Dad reprinted with a few additions. The message of the book is correct: create assets that create passive income, avoid debt, get out of the rat race, don't count on job security etc.

One element is missing, though. The risk of building a business is also high, as well as failure rate. Kyosaki is a very successful businesman, but like many other successful people he fails to mention the role of chance in building a successful business. Yes, if you persevere, you may build a good business and become financially independent. But you also have a chance of being broke, bancrupt and have a heart attack. Dentists on the average financially do better than college dropouts, even though some of the dropouts may become very rich, like Bill Gates.

By all means, read this book and follow its principles. But read also Taleb's "Fooled by Randomness", a sobering balancer.

Order is Not Important - The Message Is!.......2006-12-04

Many know that I am (proudly) an advocate of the teachings of Kiyosaki. However, that does not mean he can get off without some constructive criticism every now and then as I see it.

First the positive: Retire Young - Retire Rich (RY-RR) is an solid (but not necessarily essential) component of the RDPD series of books/products. Within RY-RR one will review the key components of his prevous books and add to the base the important role of leverage and how it accelerates one's goal of becoming financially independent/wealthy. As I have stated in previous reviews, he begins his books after RDPD with a sound review of previous lessons and fundamentals and ends with new thoughts/introductions to new concepts. Within RY-RR leverage is applied/incorporated to the teachings of the first three books of his RDPD series and when combined - accelerates wealth-building. Specifically, he introduces an explanation (backed by sound references - primarily by government sources) of the passive-portfolio income levels. Second, he discusses in-depth that retiring young and rich is not about thinking differently, but thinking the opposite of how the poor and middle class think. Next, in Section III (until the end), he goes into the leverage of passive and portfolio income strategies that will accelerate one's goal of becoming financially independent while you're still young enough to enjoy it.

However, there are flaws. This book, if you read the first three books in the series (and maybe the fourth, which I don't consider in my reviews because of the target audience, which I am not a part of) will be slow - Sections I and II were forced reads. One may find the need to read hoping to catch every gem of wisdom and thought of a powerful force in the finance/investment world (Kiyoaski), but may find it slow. Having read the first few books in the series, the power and discussion of leverage may seem a bit late - either because you know about it and/or discovered it if you are an action-oriented reader. Also, I agree that the concept of leverage is important - it is a KEY ingredient to beooming financially successful and independent. This book would have been better placed within RDPD and CFQ with Section III being incorporated within Rich Dad's 'Guide to Investing.'

Now if you are only a casual reader of investing and finance then let me disclaim and insert a spoiler: Read pg. 104 and you have what you're looking for. But if you really want to continue in building your millionaire mindset influenced by Kiyosaki - read the entire book and have fun with Section III.

The good news as the reviewer of this book is that Kiyosaki stands firm and I believe in his concepts because they are many of the concepts I utilize in my investments. Furthermore, a financial paradigm shift is a on-going process. Sometimes redunancy is good - but again, in this particular book, it goes on too long. Allow me to give you some key points to focus on:
- Serving more and more people with less and less effort
- Adhearing to and following your plan even during times of disappointment
- Conepts of shorts, puts, and options - don't gloss over this: If you are a "doer" in this section, you may disagree with Kiyosaki points (some of which I do), but the concepts are well-explained in lay terms.

Bottomline: Is RY-RR essential reading in the Kioyaski series? The answer is "no," plain and simple. Is it worth the read? To use one of Kiyosaki's favorite phrases: "It depends." It depends on where you are financially, your knowledge base, and your understanding and application of his previous work. But just as important: It depends on your patience to get through the first two sections of the book and overcoming what I am confident will be a shared opinion: Your willingness to hear the same message again with the topic of leverage appearing two books too late.

Oh - least we all forget: Kiyosaki, as of the placement and order of this book within his series, does not give you a blueprint. So, if you're reading hoping that it's written with concrete steps of how to reach the affluent-super rich categories then don't buy - I will argue that you will be disappointed almost with every book written by him. But if you seeking fundamentals and looking to increase your knowledge level and expand on the mind-set format of which he writes for a practical $18.00 value - you may enjoy (all points considered in the review above).

How to Retire Young and Rich (Money's America's Financial Advisor Series)

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A Good Read!
Not too bad...

How to Retire Young and Rich (Money's America's Financial Advisor Series)
Joseph S. Coyle
Manufacturer: Grand Central Publishing
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In Car Shopping Made Easy You learn how to get the car you want at the price you want to pay. 401(k) Take Charge of Your Future is one of the best investments ever devised, readers can now discover exactly how to take charge and make the most sponsored retirement plans, and much more. How to Retire Young and Rich provides the solid strategies needed to put together a winning financial and emotional plan. The Right Way To Invest In Mutual Funds explains how to build wealth in todays hottest investments.

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A Good Read!.......2001-03-21

Joseph S. Coyle offers basic advice for people pondering retirement. The book outlines straightforward strategies for saving and investing, and urges investors to start early and to put as much as they can into 401(k) plans and IRAs. So much for the obvious. Coyle also offers specific and useful guidelines for buying mutual funds and allocating assets. He realistically presents issues you may face in retirement, such as the emotional difficulties involved in leaving a career and having enough money to support your lifestyle (so buy a bond instead of that snazzy watch). Some of the book's basic advice will seem redundant to sophisticated investors, but the more detailed information will intrigue even them. We at getAbstract recommend this book for anyone looking for guidance about saving and investing for retirement. [getAbstract note: The investment advice here - tax laws, stock markets, and what not - is extremely U.S.-oriented, although the lifestyle information is broadly applicable.]

Not too bad..........2000-03-31

Don't be fooled by the title, the author spends a lot of the book explaining the realities of retirement. That is, we're living longer in retirement and not saving enough to meet the challenge that presents. Early retirement will take a determined effort and persistent savings to achieve. Just think about it, if you retire at 55 and expect to live to 90 you are talking about 35 years of living off your investments! The book is well written and even gives some good ideas of what towns you might want to consider for retirement living. Retirement, let alone early retirement presents a challenge for everyone, this book is a good place to begin thinking about the subject.

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How to Retire Young & Rich
The Editors of Money Magazine
Manufacturer: Time, Inc.
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000HZ98BK

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The Right Book At The Right Time

How to Retire Young (One Hour Guides)
Edward M. Tauber
Manufacturer: Irwin Professional Pub
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ASIN: 1556231539

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This series will help readers to set and achieve their financial goals! Each book in this series offers practical advice and proven methods for improving your financial situation. You'll find tips on everthing from becoming debt-free to retiring young.

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The Right Book At The Right Time.......2001-12-10

Every once in a great while, maybe once in a lifetime, it's possible to stumble across a book that, if you are ready to hear what it has to say, can send your life off in a new direction. A little more than ten years ago, this book did that for me. Being a child of the sixties, I went to work for one of those "make-a-difference" professions that are notorious for not paying very much. Only a few years out of school, and long before the media decided it was fashionable, I racked up an incredible amount of credit card debt. Looking for a way out, I stumbled across this book, and one of those rare inflection points occurred in my life.

"How to Retire Young" is laid out rather simply. Its starts with the basic premise that it is not necessary to work forever and shows how this is possible. Next it shows why not being dependent on a job is something to look forward to, rather than the beginning of boredom. Then it explains how employers no longer have any loyalty to their employees - just ask anybody who's been laid off recently. Choosing the right profession is discussed, and explains that although becoming self-sufficient by working for someone else is clearly more difficult, it is possible. The book then covers the different steps necessary to accomplish an early retirement including the different tools to take advantage of while accumulating retirement assets. Because of the age of the book, it does not cover more recent developments like Roth IRAs, but everything it does cover remains relevant. Toward the end of the book it covers issues for special populations: older workers, women, and singles. Lastly, the book provides inspiring case histories of people who succeeded in leaving employment when they wanted to, not when they had to.

Between this book and "Your Money or Your Life" by Joe Dominguez and Vicki Robin (still in print), which were published at roughly the same time, I was inspired to create change not only in my finances but also in my lifestyle. It took a few years, but I crawled out of debt (without declaring bankruptcy), learned how to save money, and was motivated to start investing. I'm still in the same profession, and it will be a few more years before I'm financially self-sufficient, but I'm looking forward to a comfortable retirement well before I'm 62, the median retirement age in the United States. Wherever you are Mr. Tauber, thank you.

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How To Retire Young And Rich
Money
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How to Retire Young and Rich
Joseph S. Coyle
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How to Retire Young and Rich - Editor of Money Magazine
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Great information for everyone!!!

Personal Finance 101 - A Beginner's Guide: What Every High School and University Student Needs to Know About Debt, Credit, and Money!
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Everything that you need to know about basic personal finances, from how to open a checking account to getting credit cards to how to use credit wisely and to your advantage to how to avoid getting into trouble with debt and credit to how to get a loan or grant for university to basic investing ideas, and more is in this book! Filled with a wealth of knowledge to help you gain good personal financial habits and retire wealthy, Personal Finance 101 - A Beginner's Guide is ideal for teens and twenty-somethings just starting out in the financial world. Parents will want to read this book with their young adults to give them the head start in financial life that they never received. Complete with numerous links to on-line resources, you'll want to refer to this book over and over again!

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Great information for everyone!!!.......2005-06-15

This book is a great read! It lays out the rules for having credit cards and checking accounts that I wish I had when starting out with my personal finances. I finally found out how checks are used by banks and department stores. And I like the ways to protect myself from getting my personal information ripped off and my credit ruined. And the ways to get out of financial trouble if your in it are wonderful.

This book also has many ways to get free money in the form of grants for college and starting a business that I find useful. Many foundations and the government have a lot of money they give away every year. There is a lot of free money out there that I didn't even know about, like credit cards and special financing deals for cars and furniture.

I always thought that a budget was about counting pennies, but I was wrong. The way to create a budget in the book is easy and makes sense. And there is a lot of good information about easy investing for the future. I loved it!

You CAN Retire Young: How to Retire in Your 40s or 50s Without Being Rich

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Excellent book
Read this book and you will retire young!
Practical & Achievable, A Priceless Book
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Well Written, Enjoyable Book On Investing and Retirement!

You CAN Retire Young: How to Retire in Your 40s or 50s Without Being Rich
Larry A. Ferstenou
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If your goal is to retire before 60, this book is for you. Author Larry Ferstenou retired at age 42, even though his family's overall income averaged less than $50,000 per year. You can do it too! This no-nonsense guide focuses on retirement in your 40s or 50s and reveals the strategies essential for a comfortable retirement at any age. You will learn:

Why you should plan to retire as early as possible,
How much is "enough" to retire young,
How to control spending, live on less, and save more,
What you can and cannot expect from Social Security,
How to wisely invest your savings and grow net worth,
How to apply the 3 Keys to retiring young,
And much more!

If retiring as young as possible with as much money as possible appeals to you, then this straightforward, easy-to-read book is one you cannot afford to be without.

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Excellent book.......2006-11-06

It's an easy read from someone with a short attention span. Plain english; a story that just takes you in. I am grateful to Larry for writing this book and sharing that this alternate lifestyle is possible.
It's encouraging me to save more.

Read this book and you will retire young!.......2006-04-15

Larry Ferstenou does an excellent job of pulling together many of the things you need to look at when deciding if you can retire young, and what steps you can take to put yourself on that path.

This book was written by someone who practices what he preaches as he was able to retire in his early 40s. He touches on financial issues, social issues (the "work ethic"), and why people work.

Some of the figures he uses in his financial calculation may not apply to your situation, but the concepts likely will.

I would recommend this book to anyone, even if they are not thinking of retiring early.

Practical & Achievable, A Priceless Book.......2006-04-15

My wife and I are very thankful that Larry and his wife Kris took the time to write down the path they took to reach financial freedom in "You Can Retire Young!".

Unlike so many other books written by the so called "experts" (who are still working full-time), Larry and Kris write from their really life experience. This make this book all the more valuable.

I have not found many other books written by ordinary working people who have actually been able to successfully retire early. There are two books referenced in "You Can Retire Young!" written by actual early retirees, but in my opinion, "You Can Retire Young!" is by far the best.

I say this because "You Can Retire Young!" presents very practical steps that can be accomplished at any life stage on our way to retirement.

We purchased "You Can Retire Young!" and have read it twice. And we plan to keep re-reading it along with the notes we have taken plus reading the other books that are referenced until we also are successfully retired young.

We are a 38 years married couple, who by following the steps laid out in this book are much closer to successfully retiring early then before reading it and to us that's priceless.

We wish every reader of this book a successful and early retirement.

Great Information, But ............2006-02-24

This book contains a lot of good information, and is well written, so I would recommend it as a great starting point. My only concern is, why was this book written? Did the authors need the money? If that's the case, then you have to look at the title of the book and the advice given with the understanding that the authors needed to work to make their early retirement possible.

Well Written, Enjoyable Book On Investing and Retirement!.......2005-05-14

I came across this book after thinking about retiring at age 51. It had good reviews so I thought why not. At that time there was none in stock and I had to wait at least 4 weeks to get a hold of a copy. It was definitely worth the wait! I found it to be very encouraging and sensible.
There is a lot to this book that will benefit anybody thinking about retirement now or in the future. Even if you never plan on retiring there is plenty of financial advice that makes it worthwhile. I've read many financial books and the author tells it as good or better than most. He definitely has a knack for writing and can hold your interest while teaching you what real financial planning should be.
I especially liked the window into the author's (Larry Ferstenou) and his wife Kris's life to show how they did it, what retirement is like for them, and what you should plan on in retirement both financially and psychologically.
Definitely worth getting, reading, and then keeping as a reference.

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How Retire Young Pre 5 Bks
Tauber
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