The cost-conscious guide to building your dream house. Now readers can manage the construction of their dream homes and save big bucks in the process. This book guides prospective homebuilders through each stage of the homebuilding process—from planning and financing to design and construction—and shows them how to reduce, even eliminate, costs along the way. Readers will learn how to: • Buy the right piece of land at the right price • Find the best loan and negotiate closing costs • Get free design advice from professionals • Buy the floor plan of their dreams for next to nothing • Negotiate the best prices on materials and supplies • Save thousands on plumbing, electrical, and heating and cooling systems • Cut costs on walls, flooring, and interior rooms • Keep contractors and subcontractors on schedule • Handle unexpected delays and expenses

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Moran, Gwen

Bradley, Chris

Nonnenberg Jr., Henry

Engineering

Alpha

The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Business Plans offers both the tactical and economic considerations to start and sustain your company-- and keep ahead of the competition. The book explores the crucial elements of a business plan-- with examples, information about credit and hot is perceived by investors, expert marketing suggestions, and effective strategies for putting together operational and sales plans.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Business Plans

Business & Money

Johnson, Sue

Management & Leadership

It's just good business. The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to Business Plans, Second Edition, helps new and existing entrepreneurs create clear, comprehensive, and compelling business plans by walking them through all of the decisions they'll need to make before writing their plans, and then helping them structure and execute their plans to achieve their specific business goals. ?According to the Small Business Administration, in 2002 approximately 570,000 new small businesses opened their doors for business, and in 2007, the number rose to 680,000. Data shows that the past three recessions all resulted in significant rises in the number of new small businesses. ?More than 75 percent of small firms use some form of credit in their startup or operations

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Business Plans, 2nd Edition

The right way to start a business. This book includes all the invaluable information from The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to Business Plans, Second Edition, but adds a content-rich CD-ROM, featuring more than 90 time-saving planning tools, business forms, and financial worksheets to help entrepreneurs prepare, write, and make the most of their business plans. • According to the Small Business Administration, in 2007, the number of new businesses was 680,000, and that number is expected to be higher in 2011 as the economy drives people into starting their own businesses • Features eight business plans covering a broad range of businesses • The new CD-ROM is user-friendly, up-to-date, and content-rich

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Business Plans

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