The Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice Update 2006 (Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice Update (W/CD))
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    The Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice Update 2006 (Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice Update (W/CD))
    American Institute of Architects
    Manufacturer: Wiley
    ProductGroup: Book
    Binding: Hardcover

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    ASIN: 0471792942

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    REDEFINING THE PRACTICE OF ARCHITECTURE

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    This fourth companion volume to the Thirteenth Edition of The Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice brings architects and others working in the architectural community new and updated information, from important issues affecting day-to-day operations and emerging business trends to the latest AIA contract documents. Topics featured in this easy-to-use reference include:

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    The Jewelry Engravers Manual (Dover Craft Books)
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    The Jewelry Repair Manual
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    4 out of 5 stars Another Dover reprint that is a good idea.......2006-04-12

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    5 out of 5 stars A Hobby Beader's Opinion.......2006-03-21

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                      In 1916, with the Great War reducing northern Europe to a treeless, shattered void, a boy was born to the prosperous director of a pharmaceutical firm in Zurich. He was named Werner. It was not an auspicious time to be born and, indeed, his mother died soon after. As a child, young Werner sought order in his life by dissecting snails and photographing, in the limpid light of his creation, the elegant whorls revealed. He did not become the physical training instructor his father wanted him to be. He did not become the painter he had once wanted to be in Paris in 1939, on the brink of another devastating conflict. He became Werner Bischof, the man, and a photographer of incalculable artistry who found in both order and the chaos he confronted and experienced a sublime beauty, a humanity that was singularly his own. His photographs of a post-war Europe in poverty and despair expressed infinite hope for the human condtion, yet he was only 29. Less than 10 years later he was dead, leaving behind among his last photographs that of a Peruvian child playing his flute on the edge of a ravine. It is now an iconic photograph with a fatal allure. Bischof himself died when his jeep plunged over a ravine in the Andes on a quest for the faces, the lives, of harmony there. Fifty years later his son Marco has gathered together 70 previously unpublished photographs by Werner Bischof. They powerfully reiterate the man his father was, the nature of his humanity and his search for a benign and beautiful cognisance of the brief and terrifying world he lived in.

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                        Environmental concerns are on the corporate agenda, and companies are searching for effective managerial strategies. Multinational corporations command huge financial resources and technical skills, and their actions toward the environment can have a profound impact. Drawing detailed examples from major multinational companies, this book provides a wealth of practical insight on how companies approach the difficult task of responding to an increasing variety of environmental challenges. The authors identify several specific programs being developed and implemented by corporations to establish accountability for environment, health and safety and to integrate environmental concerns throughout the corporate decision making process. The material in this work is drawn from extensive interviews conducted in U.S.-based companies, and examinations of production facilities in developed and developing countries. In addition, results of a survey on corporate environment, health and safety practices are woven into the analysis. Although they note that there are inadequacies in some corporate responses to environmental challenges, the authors contend that improved practice will result from actions on the part of government and universities, as well as companies themselves. This book will help decision makers review their environmental programs and develop sound strategies to overcome the corporate environmental anxiety that, "We know we're out of compliance somewhere in the world all of the time."

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                          Marcelo Ramon Lascano
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                              The Loan Officer's Practical Guide to Residential Finance
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                              • The Loan Officer's Practical Guide to Residential Finance
                              • Great Info...Poor Editing
                              • Good guide, but can be confusing sometimes
                              The Loan Officer's Practical Guide to Residential Finance
                              Thomas A. Morgan
                              Manufacturer: Quick-Start Publications
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                              This is the 2007 Edition of the first book in the "Practical Guide" series for the mortgage industry.

                              Published since 1992, and updated annually, this 198 page textbook was written as an answer to the "sink-or-swim" training methods of many mortgage firms. The format is designed to give the newly initiated loan officer/agent, lender, processor, or other initiate the practical information they need to do the loan officer's job.

                              The reader learns how to understand rate and point quotes, how to use a financial calculator, how to make basic computations customers require, how to understand loan programs and compare product features. The student progresses through understanding loan specifications - Conventional Conforming, Jumbo, FHA/VA and Sub-Prime program guidelines - to a practical understanding of ratios, income, assets and closing costs, debts and credit history. This is then placed in the context of the loan application - how to collect all the required documents and disclosures and supervise a loan from application to closing. Beyond the basics, students learn how to finance various property types; condos, PUDs, new construction and investment property. A detailed chapter on refinancing addresses the issues which most often confront the loan officer in a period of heavy refinancing - 10 reasons to refinance.

                              Finally, understanding how loans are made in the secondary market and the basics of interest rate quoting and behavior are covered.

                              This product is submitted for approval for use in continuing education in all states which have, or are adopting, a requirement. Many companies use this product as a handout to prospective new loan officers. Many loan officers give this product to their referral sources to help educate them to the requirements of the industry.

                              Customer Reviews:

                              4 out of 5 stars Great book, but . . . ........2007-05-26

                              This is a great book and needs to be in your library if you are, or are considering a career in the mortgage industry. But, Mr. Morgan needs to do a better job of describing what is in the tables used as examples. It becomes confusing when looking at a box with numbers in it and little or no quantification of the rows or columns. If this book is truly a "guide to residential finance" then more examples are needed and perhaps some excises with answers, kind of like a text book. Even though this book has been around for several years, a few modifications could make it a well rounded text and an industry standard.

                              4 out of 5 stars One of the best!.......2007-01-23

                              If you're new to the mortgage business, then I highly recommend buying this book. It's very detailed and contains all of the practical info that you need to get a start in the mortgage industry.

                              Other than that, at times it becomes confusing due to a few editing errors.

                              5 out of 5 stars The Loan Officer's Practical Guide to Residential Finance.......2007-01-05

                              This is a text book for all loan officers. It is a must read for everyone interested in mortgages. The book is easy to understand and gives all the information in one place. This book will teach you everything you need to know about mortgages. Maximize your knowledge.

                              4 out of 5 stars Great Info...Poor Editing.......2006-10-24

                              I agree with many of the previous posters as to the value of the information contained in this book....it is excellent. That being said, the book is evidently updated annually and the author does a VERY poor job of editing from one edition to the next. I believe this to be part of the reason a previous poster found the text to be confusing at times. In addition to typographical errors, there are errors in the page locations of certain topics, and errors with some tables as well.

                              That being said, I still highly recommend this book. It is not one to be read only, but to be worked through with paper, pencil, and calculator.

                              4 out of 5 stars Good guide, but can be confusing sometimes.......2005-09-26

                              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.

                              Only problem is that it could be written more clearly. It's difficult to decipher some of the figures and tables because the author doesn't explain them enough beforehand. Also he uses some jargon and other terms that might not be familiar to a new loan officer.

                              Overall, a good guide with lots of specific, useful information. Drawback is some parts and concepts are not clearly explained. I would still recommend to buy it though as its faults are not overwhelming.
                              The Loan Officer Guide, Vol. I (Second Edition)
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                              The Loan Officer Guide, Vol. I (Second Edition)
                              Fredrick R. Williams
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                              Have you ever contemplated the best way to explain the APR to a customer? Have you ever wished for a faster way to figure the number of months of escrows to collect? If you answered "YES!," The Loan Officer Guide has the answers to these questions and many more! Fredrick Williams presents a proven, practical system to help increase your understanding, efficiency, and productivity in the mortgage industry.

                              Filled with specific instructions in an easy-to-read format, The Loan Officer Guide will help you understand and effectively complete each step of the mortgage loan process while maintaining compliance with federal regulations. You'll learn how to: 1)pre-qualify the borrower; 2)take a complete loan application; 3)read, analyze, and understand credit reports; 4)collect and analyze the appropriate, supporting documentation; and 5)submit a loan that can be easily processed, underwritten, and closed.

                              The Loan Officer Guide is the toolbox that allows the loan officer to improve productivity and efficiency, thus increasing profits. The book layout and the steps contained within each chapter correlate to the actual flow of a loan file from pre-qualification to closing. The author's intent is to offer a guide that is the essential resource within the mortgage industry for loan officers and loan processors.

                              Customer Reviews:

                              1 out of 5 stars the lerning process.......2005-10-15

                              as a loan officer in training this book has been a great tool in my lerning ,it explain in detail and clear how to do your job step by step, and how to avoid mistakes,i am glad that i found this book and recommended to any one interested in lerning about the mortgage business.

                              4 out of 5 stars Very useful would be 5 stars if rate sheets covered.......2005-10-03

                              As other reviews have stated, step by step loan origination/processing is expertly covered, but I would find it even more useful if rate sheets were introduced and explained.

                              5 out of 5 stars Mastering the Mortgage business for a lay person.......2005-09-16

                              Since being in the mortgage business for the past 26 years, I have read numerous mortgage books but none of them compare to Fred Williams publication. You could put the book down for a while and come back and not lost any of the information. I have recommend other individuals to purchase the book to better understand the mortgage field. I welcome anyone to contact me and I could explain in greater detail what the book has. I look forward to getting Fred's second book scheduled for publication in October, 2005.

                              5 out of 5 stars The Most Useful Book I've Ever Read.......2004-09-11

                              I am in my first year in the mortgage industry and for the first 6 months of my career I have been totally frustrated by the lack of training and support available to rookie loan officers. One day a friend in the business suggested I pick up a copy of the Loan Office Guide and I can truly say that my understanding of the process greatly increased. I am no longer at a loss of what to ask when I interview a potential applicant and what the next step is in the process. I can refer to the book at any stage of the process if I have a question and as a result a few cases that I had pending have been re-activated and are in submission for underwriting. I strongly suggest anyone considering getting into the business to read this book before they take their pre-certification and exam. It will unscramble the mysteries of the mortgage loan process.

                              5 out of 5 stars Incredible Book!.......2004-09-11

                              As an experienced loan officer, I was initially apprehensive about reading this book that a fellow loan officer at my company purchased. But, after reading the book from cover to cover, I was VERY IMPRESSED with how well written this book was. The author clearly has "revolutionized" the loan process from pre-qualification to the underwriting process!!!!!!!!!!
                              Delinquency Dollars: A Loan Officer's Guide to Beating Foreclosure
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                                Delinquency Dollars: A Loan Officer's Guide to Beating Foreclosure
                                Martin I Goodman
                                Manufacturer: iUniverse, Inc.
                                ProductGroup: Book
                                Binding: Paperback

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                                ASIN: 0595401589

                                Book Description

                                Most loan officers want to earn more commissions. Delinquent loans provide a unique way to make a dramatic difference in your client's life and earn more.

                                At least 25 percent of the homeowners that I've spoken to who have lost their home in foreclosure told me, "The loan officer is taking care of it." Their home was lost because the loan officer knew how to process a regular loan, but had no idea how to navigate through the murky depths of foreclosure.

                                This book helps loan officers to understand the foreclosure process in detail, from the inside out. So, they can be the champions and angels for their borrowers and help them obtain the best loan for their situation.

                                Processing a loan for a delinquent borrower is challenging. But if done right, it can be the most rewarding loan you have ever written.

                                Martin Goodman, Founder
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                                The Loan Officer's Practical Guide to Compliance - Federal Laws, Fraud, Predatory Lending and Ethics
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                                  The Loan Officer's Practical Guide to Compliance - Federal Laws, Fraud, Predatory Lending and Ethics
                                  Thomas A. Morgan
                                  Manufacturer: QuickStart Publications
                                  ProductGroup: Book
                                  Binding: Paperback
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                                  ASIN: 0971820546
                                  Release Date: 2007-02-01

                                  Product Description

                                  This is the 6th book in the "Practical Guide" mortgage industry training series. For the new loan officer, the first introduction to training he or she receives is a battery of regulatory compliance training. While this is not on the job, vocational training, knowledge of how regulations require the loan officer to conduct his or her job can aid the loan officer in developing rapport with a customer and help close more loans. The reader learns the requirements of the Federal Laws - who the regulators are and the impetus of the laws. This is followed with a detailed treatment of the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA), Truth-in-Lending (TILA), Federal Consumer Protection Laws like the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA), Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and Federal Privacy Acts (Gramm-Leach-Bliley), Home Mortgage Disclosure Act and others. Many compliance books are written from the perspective of a lawyer, providing citations and case law. This book is written in plain English from the perspective of the loan officer's daily business - the forms and disclosures, how they are completed, what they mean, and the practical applications of the law in daily life. In addition, sections on Understanding Mortgage Fraud, Understanding Predatory Lending and Understanding Ethics take the same plain English, practical approach. Each identifies the practices and how they may appear in day-to-day lending. Most importantly, the lessons are plain in how to avoid becoming involved in even the appearance of impropriety.
                                  Loan Officer's Complete Guide to Marketing & Selling Mortgage Services
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                                    Loan Officer's Complete Guide to Marketing & Selling Mortgage Services
                                    David L. Hershman
                                    Manufacturer: Probus Publishing Co.
                                    ProductGroup: Book
                                    Binding: Hardcover

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                                    ASIN: 1557381410
                                    The Loan Officer's Complete Guide to Marketing & Selling Mortgage Services. (book reviews): An article from: Mortgage Banking
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                                      The Loan Officer's Complete Guide to Marketing & Selling Mortgage Services. (book reviews): An article from: Mortgage Banking
                                      Bill Evans
                                      Manufacturer: Mortgage Bankers Association of America
                                      ProductGroup: Book
                                      Binding: Digital

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                                      ASIN: B00092BDQY
                                      Release Date: 2005-07-28

                                      Book Description

                                      This digital document is an article from Mortgage Banking, published by Mortgage Bankers Association of America on May 1, 1991. The length of the article is 770 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

                                      Citation Details
                                      Title: The Loan Officer's Complete Guide to Marketing & Selling Mortgage Services. (book reviews)
                                      Author: Bill Evans
                                      Publication: Mortgage Banking (Magazine/Journal)
                                      Date: May 1, 1991
                                      Publisher: Mortgage Bankers Association of America
                                      Volume: v51 Issue: n8 Page: p71(1)

                                      Article Type: Book Review

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                                      1997 fiscal officer training workshop participant's guide (SuDoc ED 1.310/2:414865)
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                                        1997 fiscal officer training workshop participant's guide (SuDoc ED 1.310/2:414865)
                                        U.S. Dept of Education
                                        Manufacturer: U.S. Dept. of Education, Student Financial Assistance Programs Office of Educational Research and Improvement, Educational Resources Information Center
                                        ProductGroup: Book
                                        Binding: Unknown Binding
                                        ASIN: B00010YAQO
                                        Fiscal officer training, 1999-2000 participant's guide (SuDoc ED 1.310/2:432182)
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                                          Fiscal officer training, 1999-2000 participant's guide (SuDoc ED 1.310/2:432182)
                                          U.S. Dept of Education
                                          Manufacturer: U.S. Dept. of Education, Office of Educational Research and Improvement, Educational Resources Information Center
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                                          ASIN: B000112M8G
                                          Insider lending;: A guide for directors and officers
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                                            Insider lending;: A guide for directors and officers
                                            T. Herbert Stevenson
                                            Manufacturer: Bankers Pub. Co
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                                            Binding: Unknown Binding

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                                            Law school admission officer guide to financial aid
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                                              John G Althoff
                                              Manufacturer: Law School Admission Services
                                              ProductGroup: Book
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                                              The Power of Handshaking: For Peak Performance Worldwide (Capital Ideas for Business & Personal Development)
                                              Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
                                              • Just stick to the facts!
                                              • Interesting and Useful Book
                                              The Power of Handshaking: For Peak Performance Worldwide (Capital Ideas for Business & Personal Development)
                                              Robert E. Brown , and Dorothea Johnson
                                              Manufacturer: Capital Books
                                              ProductGroup: Book
                                              Binding: Hardcover

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                                              ASIN: 1931868883

                                              Book Description

                                              Never again walk away from a greeting empty-handed! "The Power of Handshaking" was written by a sales expert and a protocol authority for business professionals who want to sharpen their intuitive skills when meeting new people -- worldwide. Handshaking is a valuable, and often overlooked, form of non-verbal communication. Learning to consciously send the message you want, and interpret the subconscious messages you receive is invaluable in both business and personal relationships. This handy little guide teaches you to grasp the meaning of those you meet. During his 30 years in business, Robert E. Brown has categorized 12 basic types of handshakes and identified specific states of mind and personal traits related to each. Teaming up with the founder and director of the respected Protocol School of Washington, Dorothea Johnson, he has expanded Brown’s handshaking theory to the international business arena. Now find out how to increase your awareness of your own handshake and make the most of your introductions.

                                              Customer Reviews:

                                              4 out of 5 stars Just stick to the facts!.......2006-04-07

                                              The basic information in the book is certainly informative and useful, however the little story that runs throughout the book reads like a fairy tale. It is distracting and just plain silly to write a serious book on the importance of shaking hands and illustrate it with such fluff. I realize this topic can be covered in a modest number of pages. Many other books do an admirable job of just that. Perhaps the fairy tale was added to justify the cost of this book and make a short subject seem worthy of more pages and ink. If so, it seems a poor choice. Four stars for information, but none for the annoying story. It was distracting and an ill-considered choice at best.

                                              5 out of 5 stars Interesting and Useful Book.......2005-01-20

                                              "The Power of Handshaking" by Robert Brown and Dorothea Johnson tells readers what they can learn about the people whose hands they shake. What you can learn through the handshake can be used to gear sales pitches, determine pitches to potential business clients, or just how to interact with the person in general based on the personality traits discovered through his/ her handshake. Robert Brown also describes the 12 different handshakes and what they mean. The book tells us how to properly greet people from other cultures, which is especially useful for people who interact with people from around the world regularly for business or personal reasons.

                                              I saw Robert Brown on "Fox & Friends" this morning (January 19th) and found the information from the book that he imparted to be very useful. I never realized there was so much to learn from a simple handshake. The psychology behind it is fascinating!

                                              I highly recommend "The Power of Handshaking" to people who work in business or anyone who wants a psychological edge when he/ she meets people.

                                              Management Skills: Learning Through Practice and Experience
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                                                Management Skills: Learning Through Practice and Experience
                                                Patricia M. Fandt
                                                Manufacturer: Dame Publishing
                                                ProductGroup: Book
                                                Binding: Paperback

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                                                ASIN: 0314028102

                                                Book Description

                                                This text presents management skills in self-contained modules with assessments and practice exercises. Each module has numerous video segments demonstrating that particular skill in action (i.e., decision-making, leadership, flexibility, oral and written communication, perception, interpersonal, and organizing).
                                                Management Skills : Learning Through Practice and Experience
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                                                  Management Skills : Learning Through Practice and Experience
                                                  Patricia M. Fandt
                                                  Manufacturer: Dame Publishing
                                                  ProductGroup: Book
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                                                  ASIN: B000OTNCGQ

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