Even in the wake of the 2008 meltdown, real estate investing remains one of the most reliable paths to prosperity. It is not without its pitfalls, however, and the prudent investor will know how to maximize gain while minimizing risk. This concise guide explains the important concepts of leverage, tax shelter, legal tax avoidance and more.Long-time real estate broker, investor and mortgage lender Joe Parsons gives a plain-language, easy to understand introduction to the most import...

Do you ever think big things for God? Born into a wealthy family and endowed with a large inheritance after the death of his father, Henry Parsons Crowell had many opportunities to try his hand at business, a passion that suited him well. His shrewd business sense eventually brought him to the top of the oatmeal business, and to the potential for even greater wealth, if only he would compromise his values. But Crowell was a man of integrity and compassion. Read this compelling story of a m...

The allure of the modern metropolis is undeniable. It promises unparalleled opportunity, cultural richness, and a dynamic lifestyle that captivates the imagination. Yet, beneath the glittering facade of skyscrapers and bustling avenues lies a complex reality, one often fraught with challenges that can strain the most determined individuals and families. This book is born from an earnest observation of these realities, a recognition that the urban dream, while potent, can quickly morph into...

Brilliantly reconstructed from contemporary narratives, The Last Outlaws is both a gripping work of historical true crime and a richly revealing examination of our nation at its birth. The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith meets Killing for Country.In the winter of 1900, Wiradjuri man Jimmy Governor and his brother Joe murdered nine people across New South Wales, in a rampage that caused panic in the colony on the cusp of nationhood. Triggered, ...

Privatdetektiv Frank Faust ist aufgeregt! Zum ersten Mal macht er Urlaub mit seinem Vater – in England. Dort wollen sie das große Rätsel lösen: Wer war Artus? Wo liegt die Burg Camelot? Gibt es die Tafelrunde, den heiligen Gral, Merlin und Excalibur wirklich? Doch nach einem Streit ist Fausts Vater auf einmal verschwunden und schwebt in größter Gefahr…