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5 comments about The Standard & Poor's Guide to Long-term Investing: 7 Keys to Building Wealth.

1. This book explains, in simple terms, how to be a successful investor based on proven techniques. It covers almost all aspects of investments (stocks, bonds, funds, and more)

   A great book. I changed my investment strategy because of this book. I am also going to keep in mind a lot of the tips that were covered in the book. Good job, Tigue.




2. This book is the most basic "investing book" I have ever read. Essentially, Tigue's guide states you should start investing now invest every month and but good divedends paying stock. Well that's great advice. Why didn't I think about that? (note sarcasm) The problem is that he doesn't really give you a lot of information on how to pick these stocks. The reader who apparently isn't smart enough to know he shouldn't waste money on lottery tickets (one of Tingues suggestions to save money) is somehow suppose to find great stocks that increasingly increase their dividends. He gives some suggestions, but most of these seem to be advancing Standard and Poor's research and other agendas.

   Tingue does, however, have one good chapter. In it he explains the necessity of keeping down your costs. Once again this is obvious but he gives a pretty lucent description of fees associated with mutual funds and Direct Stock purchase plans. In the end, you should probably takes Tingues on advice and utilize the library rather than spend money on another investment book you don't need




3. Very useful if you are a beginninger in investing and know nothing about it. Explain in very simple term but at the same time, give quite a detail. I enjoy it. Of course, this book is not mean to make you rich in 24 hrs but does provide some tips on how we should manage our personal investment.



4. If you want to understand long term investing, this book is the key to grasping the fundamentals.



5. I picked up this book after reading another book by Mr. Tigue on dividend investing. Like the first book I read by Tigue, this book is simple, straightforward, and very well written. However, I have to admit that at some points it was slow going, but then much of the information is not new to me, so I believe that may explain it.
   
   Tigue borrows a marketing ploy from the infamous Stephen Covey, and uses it to pass on some general, but very powerful ideas on long term investing. The first chapter talks about the various investment vehicles available to save and invest, either tax-deferred or tax-free. This chapter is probably the most important one of the book (apart from the chapter on keeping costs down), because it discusses the critical concept behind any successful long-term investing strategy: paying oneself first. Anyone that works for a living should get into the habit of setting aside a fixed percentage of their net (after-tax) income, and put it to work building capital.
   
   The second chapter talks about diversification, and is probably a very good idea for the small investor. However, I felt this chapter was a bit under-done, because most small investors are of limited means, and to achieve adequate diversification, one would need a sizable bankroll (about fifty grand, minimum I would say). So, I believe most folks would be better off by automatically investing a fixed percentage of their net, after-tax income in a good, no-load, low cost stock mutual fund. Most index mutual funds allow you to participate with automatic contributions of a hundred bucks, and thus would be a good way to achieve diversification- if, of course, diversification is important to you.
   
   The third chapter talks about holding stocks for the long term, and points out that over long periods of time, stocks have low volatility. 'Tis the short term that causes ulcers.
   
   The fourth chapter talks about doing those things you know and understand, avoiding the sophisticated and exotic, and most important, evaluating the business and not the stock. I felt Tigue could have said more on this, but this is a book for the beginner, so I will not mark him down for it.
   
   The fifth and sixth chapters talk about when to buy in, and having done a fair of investing over the years, I feel that these chapters are potentially misleading. Serious investors buy businesses, and not stocks.
   
   The seventh chapter talks about keeping costs down, and is probably the most important chapter for the seasoned small investor, but second in importance to the novice. Costs do matter because all the players know what you know, and most of you achieve the same results as most everyone else. By netting as much as the return as possible, you can very easily propel yourself far above average. However, I think for the novice the concept of paying oneself first, CONSISTENTLY, is the most important lesson to take away from the book.
   
   Chapter eight talks about knowing when to sell, and is good background for the novice and the seasoned small investor.
   
   Chapter nine talks about making investment decisions, and I have to commend Mr. Tigue for his inclusion of various sources information- websites, periodicals and books, in most chapters so that readers can glean further information. The chapter contains good information overall, and would be most helpful in developing a healthy skepticism among beginning investors.
   
   Chapter ten talks about the various types of bonds one can buy. I found it quite peculiar, and very disturbing, that Mr. Tigue spent no time talking about inflation in this chapter.
   
   Chapter eleven basically talks about the joys of compounding- if you have time on your side. I think he basically got it right, so I won't argue with him there.
   
   So, in sum, this book is geared toward the beginner or novice investor. Seasoned investors would do very well to pay close attention to the chapters on cost containment and investment selection, but can otherwise comfortably skip the rest. If I were to run a short course on long-term investment for the beginner, this is the book that I would use as a teaching tool.

5 comments about How to Attract Money Using Mind Power.

1. After reading "How To Attract Money Using Mind Power," I'm very impressed with the way James Goi Jr. has organized the book into concise, well-written, and easy-to-follow concepts, steps, and quotes. He presents the material in an interesting, straightforward manner that's both appealing and refreshing. Having read many self-help books over the years, I can say from my experience that too many authors are long-winded and preachy. What a refreshing change to read this book. Right to the point with no author ego getting in the way. I've already applied principles I learned from the book, and within a short time, work (interesting work, in fact) began flowing in, and work equals money. So I have to say this little book really delivers!How to Attract Money Using Mind Power



2. I have to admit, when I first saw the title of this book, HOW TO ATTRACT MONEY USING MIND POWER, I was skeptical, but the idea intrigued me so I decided to give it a try. James Goi Jr's simple, straightforward writing style made the book an easy read, and the concepts he outlined were so exciting I decided to try and put them into practice. I realized after reading the first few pages that I had a lot of work to do when it came to changing my "money attitudes." Like anything else, you get out of this book what you put into it, and while HOW TO ATTRACT MONEY USING MIND POWER will not work miracles overnight, I believe the exercizes it contains WILL work. Within a week of changing my money attitudes, I began to see an improvement in my finances, and more importantly, a substantial improvement in my attitude. I will recommend this book to my friends.



3. "How To Attract Money Using Mind Power" By James Goi Jr. is a gem of a book. I have read many books on mind power. So many are wordy with so much filler. Not this one! James keeps it simple and to the point. This is a book I will read over and over. Very highly recommended!



4. 
   This is a fantastic handbook that goes beyond attracting money; it inspires us to become the best that we can be, so that we can attract to us all that we are.
   
   This book is brilliantly designed to satisfy the logical mind, but more importantly, gives us the mystical secrets for creating, obtaining and holding on to wealth.
   
   If a picture says a thousand words, each word in this little book says a million!
   
   James Goi, Jr. has done all the work and research for us and bridged it in a coherent, easy to read manner. I predict this book will become a classic. If everyone had a copy of this book and followed the simple principles, life would indeed be abundant for us all, and the world would be a better place!
   
   Chandi Devi, editor in chief [...]
   
   Author, "From Om to Orgasm: The Tantra Primer for Living in Bliss"
   
   Co-host "The KarmaCaffe Spiritual Hour" [...]



5. After reading this extremely motivating , uplifting, thought-provoking, and inspirational book, I have been on a mission to implements its instructions. Truly, James, you have inspired me in a wonderful and rewarding new journey. I can hardly wait to reap the rewards and share with others! Thanks! May you keep going in helping others reach their money goals. Good job, well done.

3 comments about Hidden Profits in Mobile Home Investing: How a Real Estate Investor Stumbled on to the Lucrative World of Mobile Home Investing!.

1. This material basically tell you how the author become MH investor. There is no "how to" information that you can learn. If you would like to know how the author become a MH investor, then this will be an interesting material for you. If you are looking for a "how to" material than this is not for you.



2. Well i was a little nervous going into this purchase. I didnt know one thing about mobile homes or mobile homes park. I took a chance with this purchase and it paid off. You always hear the awful stories behind mobile home investing. People over the years have tend to create a panic when in realitiy there is nothing to panic about. Jerry doesnt come off as some hotshot guru who knows it all. He comes off as a normal guy or "joe" who had some rough times and fell into mobile home investing. This audio cd informed me of ideas i never even thought of. Jerry explains his system, his methods and his mentality behind mobile home investing. I own a couple of residential property and never thought about getting into mobile homes until now. The course is well thought out and he touches on everything from financing to inspections. So far i havent seen a audio program of this mailitude for this price. I will have to keep a watch on jerry and his products because they are golden. I would have to give this course a 9/10. THe only reason i give it a 9/10 is because im greedy and wanted more!!!. Seriously, though a great program and i look forward to more from jerry.
   
   Joshua



3. This NOT a how-to on buying mobile homes. It is a puff piece trying to convince you that buying mobile homes is a good investment. The whole thing lasts less than an hour. Much of the beginning is Jerry's personal story about not being able to figure out what he wanted to do with his life. Do I care? Not if it doesn't give me detailed information that helps me buy mobile homes I don't.
   
   What little concrete evidence he offers isn't so concrete; he can't remember exactly when he bought this or that property in his examples, or how much exactly he paid for it. So, how is this helping me, exactly?
   
   Listen up and I'll summarize this entire cd for you: Jerry flipped houses. Jerry thought trailers would be neat to invest in. Jerry bought trailers and did make some money. Then, finally Jerry tells you that to really make money you need to buy mobile home PARKS.
   
   Thanks, Jerry. That's like writing a book on flipping houses, then telling people in the last chapter that to make real money you have to buy your own town.

1 comments about A Woman's Guide to Investing.

1. The information in the book provides a good foundation. However, I found the book annoying to read because each page was broken up with different illustrations and sections that were not conducive for my style of reading.

1 comments about Escape Fire: Designs for the Future of Health Care.

1. Escape Fire is collection of compelling speeches by one of America's leading crusaders for health care quality and patient safety - Don Berwick, MD, founder and president of the Boston-based Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI.org).
   
   Each year, IHI hosts the National Forum on Quality Improvement in Health Care. The influential annual event draws 4,000 health care leaders from around the world in person and 6,000 via satellite. In many ways, Dr. Berwick's keynote lectures set the tone for quality improvement efforts across the US. With an effective blend of common sense, real-life stories, persuasive metaphors, and out-of-the-box thinking, Dr. Berwick's presentations make for fascinating reading for anyone interested in improving America's $1.7 trillion health care system.

5 comments about Financial Accounting: A Mercifully Brief Introduction.

1. This is a great book for small businesses. I've started recommending it to my clients who are doing their own bookkeeping (and all you professionals know what a nightmare that is!) and to bookkeepers who find themselves doing balance sheet accounting without a good background in the real story of debits and credits. This book covers the basics in an accessible, jargon-less prose yet still covers the essential points. I'm suggesting that this be a reference book my clients keep in their offices. That way they have a quick reference guide for themselves or their employees. Hopefully, when they go through 3 bookkeepers in a year the learning curve will be less steep than usual for the new employees, and I'll get fewer "just a quick question" phone calls during tax season.



2. For the person who has no knowledge of accounting and wants to understand the very basics this book is indeed a good brief introduction. The author makes a good point of the fact that most introductory accounting texts spend a great deal of time covering the basics of transaction entry. In today's marketplace the software packages take care of these details of ensuring double entry occurs and the entries balance. When that information is removed you end up with the very basics of accounting including the basic accounting equation, cash and accrual accounting, receivables and payables, fixed assets, inventory, and financial statements. Explained at a level that a reader with no previous knowledge of accounting can follow the author does provide a mercifully brief introduction that is only the basics needed for everyday work.



3. THIS BOOKS HELPS TO BRUSH UP YOUR BASIC ACCOUNTING 101. BUT NEEDS MORE EXAMPLES TO MAKE THE READER COMPREHEND. OVERALL NOT BAD.



4. This book is an informative and well-written primer on a range of important concepts necessary to "get a handle on" the financial basics that small business owners and allied professionals frequently confront.
   
   The author successfully employs humor in developing scenarios, examples and explanations which remain in the reader's mind and make these often times abstruse subjects understandable.
   
   The Summaries, Exercises and Problems sections of the book are particularly effective teaching tools. I found the most interesting and useful chapters to be Chapter One (Introduction: Difficult Measurement Problems), Chapter 7 (Fixed Assets and Depreciation Methods) and particularly Chapter 10 (Financial Statement Reliability) for its treatment of embezzlement prevention and related issues.
   
   I have practiced law for almost 33 years and have represented many small businesses during that time. I am pleased to have encountered this book, which I will highly recommend as a very helpful tool for business owners and others in understanding, approaching and evaluating accounting issues.
   
   Sara Clarenbach
   Attorney, Capitola CA



5. This book is a great crash course in beginning accounting. I recommend it to anyone that needs a head start in understanding accounting principles.

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1 comments about My Blue Goose, Exploiting The Wow Factor in Real Estate Marketing.

1. A fabulous read. I was struck half way through that this wasn't just a book for real estate agents, but its a book for anyone who wants to improve what they're already doing. Priceless tips and clever ideas are peppered all throughout this book. I've already developed a whole new business strategy and feel confident in taking the steps towards a more successful future! You cannot afford to miss out on this valuable information! Two thumbs way up!

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