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Book Synopsis Homeowners' Construction Survival Guide by : Ryan Brautovich
Download or read book Homeowners' Construction Survival Guide written by Ryan Brautovich and published by . This book was released on 2015-02-14 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ryan Brautovich's book breaks down the process of building a house into 4 simple steps: 1) Design 2) Contract 3) Construction 4) Warranty All of the tricks and games that contractors play to "screw" you - the homeowner - out of your money are revealed. You'll get the tools you need to help prevent unscrupulous contractors from taking the money that you have worked so hard to earn. This book will prepare you for anything a contractor or sub-contractor throws at you and ensures you'll never be one of the hundreds of people who ends up calling Ryan after their contractor has burned them - leaving the job unfinished so that they can't move in but are still paying mortgage payments - month after month - on a house they still don't occupy. Be smart - purchase our Homeowners' Construction Survival Guide and start protecting your family's investment, dreams, and future today with our two decades of construction experience - delivered in 4 easy-to-learn steps.
Book Synopsis Construction Contractors' Survival Guide by : Thomas C. Schleifer
Download or read book Construction Contractors' Survival Guide written by Thomas C. Schleifer and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 1991-01-16 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The turnover rate for companies in the construction industry is high. This book identifies the ten key elements of contractor failure and shows how to avoid them. Each element of failure is defined, illustrated by real examples, and ways are discussed to avoid or minimize the risks involved. The final chapter shows how to bring all these elements together to develop a positive and workable management strategy. This survival guide should prove invaluable to the 1.4 million individual construction-industry businesses in this country.
Book Synopsis On Time and On Budget by : John Rusk
Download or read book On Time and On Budget written by John Rusk and published by Main Street Books. This book was released on 1997-05-19 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In On Time and on Budget, New York City contractor John Rusk combines his extensive knowledge of the how architects and contractors work with revolutionary win/win negotiation principles to produce a readable, entertaining and totally useful guide that no homeowner should be without. He shows readers how to: Find the right architect, and make sure that he or she draws plans that give you a realistic view of the finished product. Negotiate with contractors and set up a fair payment schedule that will keep them working until the project is finished. Create an effective "punchlist" so you get what you paid for. Avoid paying for costly change orders and still make sure you get a beautiful renovation, on time and on budget.
Book Synopsis A Survival Guide for Selling a Home by : Sid Davis
Download or read book A Survival Guide for Selling a Home written by Sid Davis and published by Amacom Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using handy checklists, worksheets, and examples, Davis helps readers face the challenges of deciding whether or not to use an agent, how to find one, estimating a price, and deciding which upgrades are worth making--and which ones are not--to add to their home's value.
Book Synopsis Power Plant Construction Management by : Peter G. Hessler
Download or read book Power Plant Construction Management written by Peter G. Hessler and published by . This book was released on 2014-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This timely second edition of Power Plant Construction Management: A Survival Guide is revised and updated to include new technologies, evolving regulations, and the changing power generation mix between gas and coal plants. Hessler expands upon the first edition and provides a thorough plan for managing the financials of building a power plant. He covers the entire process from preplanning to contingency planning to the business of on-site construction management. The book includes checklists, guidelines, photos, and examples that serve as useful tools in the decision-making process. With a focus on finances, management skills, regulations, technology, and much more, this book is a must-read for anyone with a stake in the power plant construction process.
Book Synopsis A Survival Guide for Buying a Home by : Sid Davis
Download or read book A Survival Guide for Buying a Home written by Sid Davis and published by AMACOM Div American Mgmt Assn. This book was released on 2009 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Buying a home is a complex process that involves a delicate balance of financial, emotional, and practical factors. This essential resource helps readers come out on top, revealing the best strategies for finding and buying a new home -- while saving money every step of the way.Whether looking for a house, condo, co-op, or manufactured home, readers will learn how to:* Hire the right agent* determine financial limits* develop relationships with banks and other potential lenders* evaluate communities* get prequalified or preapproved for a mortgage* negotiate the best price and terms* and more.There's also a checklist of the 15 costliest mistakes homebuyers make -- and how to avoid every one of them -- plus crucial information on how to sell a home. Owning a home is the American dream, but achieving it can be a nightmarish experience. With this vital information and great strategies, readers will not only find their dream home faster, they will do everything right to move in quickly and confidently!"
Download or read book The Home Book written by Glen Martin and published by . This book was released on 2016-05-01 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Homeowner maintenance reference manual including 380 residential workmanship guidelines covering conditions and maintenance for topics including: floors and ceilings; roofs and gutters; foundations and basements; interior/exterior components; grounds; utility systems; and walls. Homeowner and builder maintenance responsibilities are stated along with the performance guideline and additional information for each topic. Green home construction is also covered.
Book Synopsis Green from the Ground Up by : David Johnston
Download or read book Green from the Ground Up written by David Johnston and published by Taunton Press. This book was released on 2008 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Green construction is the building trend of the decade. In direct response to the growing demand for sustainable, healthy, and energy-efficient homes, David Johnston and Scott Gibson present the most forward-thinking theories and the best proven methods of new and remodeled green construction. They begin with down-to-earth explanations of green building basics and move on to site planning, materials selection, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality -- detailing along the way every step in design and construction, from framing to finishes" -- back cover.
Book Synopsis Managing the Profitable Construction Business by : Thomas C. Schleifer
Download or read book Managing the Profitable Construction Business written by Thomas C. Schleifer and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-02-21 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take control of your construction contracting business and manage it through the natural highs and lows of the construction market. Learn from a team of construction business veterans led by Thomas C. Schleifer, who is commonly referred to as a construction business "turnaround" expert due to the number of construction companies he has rescued from financial distress. His financial acumen, combined with his practical, hands-on experience, has made him a sought-after private consultant. His experience and no-nonsense philosophy have truly given him a unique perspective. Important topics covered include: Understanding the primary areas of construction business failure in the next decade Minimizing business risk with real-world examples Developing a positive and competent management attitude and strategy Discover how to maneuver through this complicated and risky industry by using the authors' research and proven success strategies to sustain and grow your business.
Download or read book Housing 2.0 written by Sam Rashkin and published by . This book was released on 2021-09-15 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Home is the ultimate consumer product. It has to be. We spend nearly 70 percent of our lives in our homes. Which leads to the "why" forHousing 2.0: Home is where life happens. Moreover, housing is one our nation's largest industries with a profound impact on our national economy. However, five crises are historically converging on the industry causing exponentially increasing pain. Housing 2.0 is about connecting the dots by identifying four market-ready innovations that will effectively mitigate these crises. In essence, it is a guide how to prepare for the inevitable disruption looming ahead.And it all begins by shifting the housing industry to a user experience optimization business model. Housing 2.0 uniquely serves this transitionwith an actionable framework for consistently delivering homes that meet and exceed homebuyer expectations. It includes:? 19 strategies for optimizing 5 key user experiences? 150+ proven user experience best practices? 400+ pages of meticulously organized content? 360+ citations supporting key findings and recommendations? Hundreds of charts, graphs, and illustrations? Eight thought leaders essays providing expert insights in key principlesAdapting the Housing 2.0 framework provides an opportunity to build homes with substantially greater user value at significantly lower cost.This finding is supported by detailed tabulations throughout the book and empirical case studies in the final chapter. But one warning. Housing 2.0 is a lot to take in all at once. Do not be overwhelmed by all of the exciting opportunities provided to optimize how we build communities and individual homes. Instead, every housing organization should be inspired to start getting on their own optimization path. One wherethey customize the comprehensive Housing 2.0 framework for their regional constraints and business constraints, and then start applying it to actual projects. Towards that end, all housing professionals are invited to join Housing 2.0 Workshops and Action Groups provided by Green Builder Media and to start their own journey to user experience leadership. Housing 2.0 is about homes where life happens better.
Book Synopsis The First-Time Homeowner's Survival Guide by : Sid Davis
Download or read book The First-Time Homeowner's Survival Guide written by Sid Davis and published by AMACOM/American Management Association. This book was released on 2007-07 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For many new homeowners, the euphoria that comes with buying the perfect new house can soon turn into total panic. First-time buyers often feel overwhelmed by the amount of maintenance their new home requires—not to mention the nasty problems and surprises that seem to be lurking around every corner (and in every wall). Finally, author and real estate guru Sid Davis provides the antidote for the common worries that plague every new owner. From easy repairs to seemingly insurmountable projects, readers will discover sanity-saving advice on: • improving roofing, siding, walkways, and driveways • fixing or replacing appliances and fixtures • refinancing tips and traps • reducing the costs of home ownership and maintenance • lowering property taxes • working with contractors and not getting taken • insurance tips • budgeting for the unexpected Owning a home should be exciting, not terrifying. Now with this reassuring guide, novice homeowners can experience all of the joy, and none of the trepidation, that comes with having a place of their own.
Book Synopsis A Survival Guide for Buying a Home by : Sid Davis
Download or read book A Survival Guide for Buying a Home written by Sid Davis and published by AMACOM/American Management Association. This book was released on 2014-05-14 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Expert advice for an exciting (but complicated) process.
Book Synopsis First-Time Homeowner's Survival Guide by : Joshua Harper
Download or read book First-Time Homeowner's Survival Guide written by Joshua Harper and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-23 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eliminate the Home Owner Rookie Mistakes and Protect Your New Castle while Living a Stress-Free Life Having your first home is wonderful until 5 minutes later... Then the stress hits! You need to maintain and protect your new house. If you didn't have your father or grandfather teach you how to maintain everything you might need to learn some skills on the go. Let's roll the sleeves because it's to learn how to protect your new castle! Introducing... FIRST-TIME HOMEOWNER'S SURVIVAL GUIDE Joshua Harper is going to be your personal drill instructor to teach you how to protect and maintain your home! Inside you will learn: - Fixing power outages like an expert and never again ruining a nice family dinner or evening with your friends - 7 must-know secrets to prevent your home from burning down eliminating the worry even when you are away - Protect your castle from humans and pests without spending a fortune on security systems - The 7 principles of becoming a landscaping professional that will get people asking you for advice - And much more! Having your own home is not a joke, it's a stepping stone to adulthood, and having the right skills in your arsenal is crucial. Get access to everything you need to live a worry-free life with your new home now. Are you ready to start the training? Scroll up, click on "Buy Now" and Get Your Copy Now!
Book Synopsis Software Project Survival Guide by : Steve McConnell
Download or read book Software Project Survival Guide written by Steve McConnell and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 1998 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How to be sure your first important project isnþt your last.
Download or read book Build It written by Jonathan Hayes and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-05-08 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you considering a home renovation? Not sure where to start? This guide for first-timers by respected builder Jonathan Hayes of Tailored Construction Group will take the stress out of renovating and reveals why choosing the right builder is key to a smooth and successful home renovation project.
Book Synopsis Building Your Home by : Kristina Leigh Wiggins
Download or read book Building Your Home written by Kristina Leigh Wiggins and published by . This book was released on 2017-04-11 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a savvy and thorough guide to remodeling and building homes, architect and project manager Kristina Leigh Wiggins guides us through every step of the daunting process. Whether your project is indoors or outdoors, long term or short term, big or small, you¿ll want to have Building Your Home: A Simple Guide to Making Good Decisions by your side to help you achieve the home of your dreams.
Book Synopsis The First-time Homeowner's Survival Guide by : Sid Davis
Download or read book The First-time Homeowner's Survival Guide written by Sid Davis and published by Amacom. This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For many new homeowners, the euphoria that comes with buying the perfect new house can soon turn into total panic. First-time buyers often feel overwhelmed by the amount of maintenance their new home requires--not to mention the nasty problems and surprises that seem to be lurking around every corner (and in every wall). Finally, author and real estate guru Sid Davis provides the antidote for the common worries that plague every new owner. From easy repairs to seemingly insurmountable projects, readers will discover sanity-saving advice on: - improving roofing, siding, walkways, and driveways - fixing or replacing appliances and fixtures - refinancing tips and traps - reducing the costs of home ownership and maintenance - lowering property taxes - working with contractors and not getting taken - insurance tips - budgeting for the unexpected Owning a home should be exciting, not terrifying. Now with this reassuring guide, novice homeowners can experience all of the joy, and none of the trepidation, that comes with having a place of their own.
