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Peter Hupalo is constantly thinking too much. When he is not desperately struggling to keep current on the latest computer programming technologies or researching companies for investment, he has the annoying habit of trying to integrate everything he knows into one coherent framework. This book is afficher plus the result of that endeavor. afficher moins

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An incredible resource for the beginning independent publisher. The book introduces the many facets involved in publishing, from book design to accounting to etc. Also a valuable resource for the poet/writer if they're considering making any money from their art.
 
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NateJordon | Feb 26, 2009 |
If you are thinking about starting a home-based business, spend some time pondering this book.

Peter Hupalo has done all would-be entrepreneurs a favor by presenting a sober picture of the joys and tribulations of going-it-on-your-own. While I am not so sure about the underwear part, Hupalo offers a clear, well-written guide to starting your home-based business.

I have been home-based for more than 20 years. In my experience, you will need something covering your underwear if you plan to succeed. In my home state, Connecticut, the vast majority of business formations have failed within two years of their filing. To me success is a matter of prospecting, networking, execution and performance. That translates into face-to-face meeting. You will need some cloths.

Once you get beyond that idea, the book is great. The author covers critical topics such as:
• Business Models
• Personal Success Characteristics
• Naming your business
• Zoning
• Insurance
• Intellectual Property
• Limiting your Liability
• Business Expenses
• Taxation
• Financial Management

In my opinion, the best chapter provides state-by-state resources for starting your business. It provides a detailed guide to local and state business regulations, licensing, state taxation, and name registration. This chapter alone justifies the book’s price and any time you spend reading it.

If you have the proper make-up, working for yourself is great. But, as Hupalo correctly points out, there is an opportunity cost. If you understand it and accept the risks associated with that cost, you are well on your way to starting your business. This book will help you clarify those issues.
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PointedPundit | Mar 23, 2008 |
If you seek to build wealth by managing market risk, Becoming an Investor is not a bad place to begin.

The author, Peter I. Hupalo, argues conservative investment philosophies form the basis of any long-term wealth building strategy. It should include the following principles:

• A long-term view.
• Investments you understand.
• Purchase price discipline.
• Strict avoidance of speculation.
• Insight into a company’s intrinsic value.
• Insight into your investment limitations.

As the investor climbs the ladder of investment sophistication, you should add the following analytic tools to your investment arsenal:

• Insight into the Time Value of Money.
• Understanding the concepts behind a dividend discount model.
• Ratio analysis and financial statement analysis.

Finally, Hupalo offers five great rules for investors:

• Never get forced out of an investment opportunity because of a short-term cash requirement.
• Acquire adequate health insurance.
• Don’t buy what you cannot afford.
• Buy a house.
• Consider your career choice. Your earning power is a critical variable which will determine how much money you have to invest.

Hupalo offers all would-be investors sound advice. The only thing missing from this well-written wealth-building guide is the discipline to follow it in both good and bad times. That is something only the investor can supply.
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PointedPundit | Mar 23, 2008 |

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