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Author
Publisher
International Jewelry Publications
Language
English
Description
Newman, a gemologist and author of gem and jewelry guides, explains how to assess the quality of colored gemstones when buying and valuing gems. She covers shape and cutting style, carat weight, color, clarity and transparency, cut quality, star and cat's-eye stones, treatments, synthetic stones, and deceptive practices, followed by descriptions of specific gemstones, with broad price ranges, and tips on caring for gems.
Author
Series
IMF working paper volume WP/09/271
Publisher
International Monetary Fund
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
Author
Language
English
Description
"From the most trusted name in real estate, a new and fully updated edition of the indispensable guide that helps first-time buyers land the home of their dreams What does "location, location, location" really mean? How do I decide what to offer on a house? What exactly is the closing?Buying a home is one of the most important decisions in any person's life. It will be the place where you plant your roots, come home after a long day, raise a family,...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"A first car is a young person's ticket to independence and responsibility. A lot is involved in the process of this purchase: how to decide what to buy, what is affordable, how much may be owed in taxes, and what the insurance options are. This information-packed volume helps readers learn how to negotiate the purchase price, whether they are entitled to a warranty, and how to get a loan. Tips include the particulars of service contracts, fuel conservation,...
Author
Publisher
Business Expert Press
Language
English
Description
Tax considerations are seldom the determining factor in deciding whether to purchase a business. However, taxes often affect the price and form (e.g., purchase of stock or purchase of assets) the acquisition takes. This is true because the rationally determined price will be based on the expected present value of after-tax future cash flows. The tax component of the equation will depend on the form the acquisition takes. From the seller's perspective,...
Author
Publisher
Fairchild Books
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
"This comprehensive book provides students with the skills and savvy needed to become successful buyers in any area of retail. With a simple and straightforward approach, Clodfelter presents step-by-step instructions for typical buying tasks, such as identifying and understanding potential customers, creating a six-month merchandising plan, and developing sales forecasts. With coverage of math concepts integrated throughout the text, this new edition...
Author
Publisher
Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"In 'An Aviator's Field Guide to Buying an Airplane' author Jason Blair shares his experience of purchasing his own and well as helping numerous customers buy, sell, manage, and choose the right aircraft for their needs. The book is the result of years of industry experience and notes he has passed along to his own customers and students, and now compiled to share with the broader aviation community. This book is a detailed dive into the decision...
13) First car smarts
Author
Series
Publisher
Rosen Pub
Pub. Date
2010.
Lexile measure
980L
Language
English