Finally an Easy Read about Short Sales!!!
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As a Real Estate Investor, short sales are something that I have been curious about for a long time. But every time I would try and learn about them I would end up becoming more confused. The internet is filled with people who think they know what they are talking about and just use a lot of big technical words that you don't understand. Trying to learn about short sales was no different. I ended up even more confused after every search, so I stopped looking. Then I ran into this book. This author wrote this book with actual people in mind. He took the time to explain stuff and often added humor into his writing making it a super easy read. After reading this, I feel like I actually understand the process of short sales and how I , a normal person, can actually make a decent profit from them.

One of my favorite parts of the book is the case studies. He shows us actual people and their situation. He lists what hurdles they needed to overcome and how they actually made it work for them. There are several cases that give you all kinds of different scenarios that I thought were really helpful. These are not what if issues. These are all actual issues that have happened and what their outcome was.

This shows me that the author actually cares about this subject. Has taken the time to give me correct figures as well as taken the time to place real projects out there. I would highly recommend reading this book before anyone completes a short sale or if you're just curious about how the process actually works.
2959154
The book was easy to read, pretty short (maybe 100 pages) and witty.  The author has clearly been around the block in business and gives advice that is truly helpful.  I especially liked the tip on salary negotiation, I am totally going to use it the next time I have a chance.
3015791
I love this book. I am a subscriber to the authors weekly newsletter and look forward to receiving them every Monday morning. I even save some of them so I could go back and refer to them from time to time.  When I saw it was turned into a book I could not wait to get it.

Everyone who is in sales should buy this book. It is a fresh approach to selling that I have never seen before. The author is straight to the point and knows what he is talking about. He tells real life stories unlike some other books that are all theory.
3716826
This was my first great Pre-forclosure book I have read.  It has all the details needed to put together a system to locate and purchase pre-forclosure properties....Fix them up and flip them or keep them as investment property.  I really liked his straight forward...no bull approach to business.  He tells it like it is.  I have read several other books and they all gave me some information....and some outdated examples...but Mr. Lucier walks you through the process from start to finish....and doesn't leave out any steps...and doesn't sugar coat it....This is not a get rich quick scheme....you work hard and get rich eventually......  I would strongly recommend this book to anybody considering pre-forclosure properties.
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I really enjoyed reading this!  The author is down to earth and straight forward.  Good read for a newbie to shorting and buying options!
2217434
This book is short, sweet, and to the point. I knew practically nothing about investing in stocks prior to reading this, and now I have the basic knowledge required for the confidence to begin buying stocks. This book helped me learn the terminology that I previously hadn't understood. It really was helpful in getting me started in the right direction. I've also read his book "How to Retire Before 40" which I also recommend for anyone trying to reach realistic retirement goals.
3308857
I'm very new to selling on Amazon. I usually sell on Ebay. After reading this book, I can see many different things similar to selling on ebay, and now feel that I will be able to sell on Amazon easily. This book is short and straight to the point with all the basic important information a new seller needs to get started on their Amazon . It was very useful in that I didn't even know about, that can help you. You can dip into it without having to read hundreds of pages to find a useful tip. I recommend this to any complete newbie who doesn't even know where to start, it will set you off on your way! Thanks writer for sharing his idea.
1454883
I went from terrified to sell to an unheard of close rate thanks to this book. It really is a simple process that anyone can learn in a day. I was able to not only get people engaged but to have relatively few objections, making the close easy. I recommend this book to anyone who is new or old to sales. There's benefit for all.
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Brent does a wonderful job of making any small business a SUCCESSFUL small business.  The bock is short and to the point in everyday layman terms, not some 100+ page monster talking strategies that some big corporation might use and "dumbing it down" for the little guy.  Simple, concise, and F.A.S.T.  Way to go Brent!!
4162499
What I like about this book is that it was concise and to the point! I did not have to read 200 pages to quickly learn some powerful new sales techniques and strategies.
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As someone who is new to managing a small sales force, I found The Sales Whisperer to be an easy read, yet very down to earth yet informative, and a great resource for increasing my team's productivity. I will be on the lookout for more books written by Mr. Panzica in the future, I'm hooked!
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Reading this book has enlightened me. I have found the key to unlocking the secrets that Newbies like myself are not privy to. I am ready to venture out into the short sale arena of real estate with confidence.

Grover M.
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This book was just what I needed to help me navigate the sales process in a simple and easy to understand way.  Diane gives so many great examples and good ideas to anyone new to sales or anyone who just needs a refresher course in the basics.  I am involved in a direct sales organization and I am giving this book to all my new recruits and team members to help them get a good start in their business.
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I was looking to find a quick read that gave an overall understanding of using market timing as an investment strategy..this guide fit that perfectly.  I didn't want to put a lot of time into it, just get the basic ideas and be able to apply it to other strategies I currently use and I found this great, especially when discussing acceptable risk iin using either passive or active market timing.  The part that really helped was when it went into Shiller and the CAPE strategy which I really didn't know that much about.  Really great wrap up at the end taking everything discussed and gives a step by step which is awesome.  I recommend this to anyone handling their own investing.
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I was impressed with this summary guide to investing. If you're like me and hate when author's fill the pages with fluff and unrelated stuff, then you'll love, "A Beginner's Guide To Investing". Don't be fooled by the term "overview, concise, or summary" this book gets very specific when detailing a topic. When I say it's concise I mean it gets to the point and only speaks to vital information necessary to understanding the material - it leaves all other secondary issues out of the text (thank you Ivy Bytes)!!! Very well written, easy to understand, examples are digestible and practical, and above all I felt like I was actually learning and retaining the information. I've very happy that this new publishing format offers a litany of further reading, resources, and additional information on discussed topics which makes it a true resources that extends beyond the text. If you're a novice investor, looking to better understand the differences and distinctions of various investment vehicles, or want a quick refresher I highly recommend, "A Beginner's Guide to Investing" you won't be disappointed!
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Best and easiest book I have read in Real Estate Investing. Honest, well-organized, FULL of useful information. I have truly taken this book and is now running with it.  The author includes formulas that allows the investor to determine whether a property is worth investing in or not.  I was surprised to find the same formulas being sold as an "Analysis Tool" CD by another popular Real Estate Millionaire author for $250!! This book cost me under $20 with Amazon discount, I think..and it gave me all the same info as in the $250 CD! Happy RE Investing!
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I was encouraged to start selling things from my home to make extra money. I must say that it has been fun! This book gives the basic tools you need to get started and it gives a few hints that you won't find on ebay! So glad I started selling. This is a job that ANYONE can do!! Great first book. Can't wait to read more tips in the next edition.:o)!