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Building Superintendence Amateurs' manuals Construction industry Consulting contracts United States Contractors Contractors Selection and appointment Amateurs' manuals Contractors' operations Contracts for work and labor United States House construction House construction Amateurs' manuals Independent contractors Legal status, laws, etc United StatesDavis, Tanya R.
Summary: Thinking about building or remodeling your house? Are you looking for ways to cut costs and save money in this endeavor? Have you considered hiring yourself as the general contractor? You can save 10% to 35% of the project's cost, and, perhaps more important, you'll be able to monitor the quality of materials and workmanship, fine-tune the design, and make sure the result meets your needs....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Atlantic Publishing Group, Inc. 2015
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 662.5 DAVFishman, Stephen
Summary: Independent contractors can freelance with confidence and businesses can outsource without fear. This book explains how to establish an independent contractor relationship and provides easy-to-use sample contracts to document the relationship and avoid disputes. Get your contract in writing. Designed for both independent contractors and the businesses that hire them, Consultant & Independent...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nolo 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 346.02 FISFishman, Stephen
Summary: Ready to be your own boss? Whether you're starting a full-scale consulting business or booking gigs on the side, Working for Yourself provides all the legal and tax information you need in one place.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nolo 2017
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Summary: "Focusing on budgeting and estimating -- the least understood but most important factors of a contracting business -- this guide shows contractors how to price their services to recover expenses and still have money for capital expenses and profits. It goes into detail on accounting issues and provides checklists for required government accounts. Plus, it covers concerns such as dealing with...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Entrepreneur Press 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 658.6 MINKerson, Mark Q.
Summary: The book is concerned with the business of residential construction, including the maintenance, restoration, renovation, and construction of private homes and related properties.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Ground Up Publishing 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 690 KERSimpson, Cam
Summary: A heart-rending narrative that moves from the Himalayas to the Middle East to Houston and culminates in an epic court battle, this is a story of death and life - of the war in Iraq, the killings of the twelve Nepalese, a journalist determined to uncover the truth, and a trio of human rights lawyers dedicated to finding justice. At its heart is one unforgettable young woman, Kamala Magar, who...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 MAGAR, KAMALA SIMFishman, Stephen
Summary: Do-it-yourself information and forms for independent contractors and those who hire them to stay on the right side of the IRS and other government agencies. The eightth edition is updated to reflect the latest rules and regulations and includes a new chapter on agreements for social media consultants.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nolo 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 346.02 FISFishman, Stephen
Summary: Get your contract in writing! With the rise of the gig economy, independent contractor arrangements are more common than ever. Whether you're an independent contractor or a business hiring one to work for you, a written agreement will help to protect your rights, define expectations, and prove that there's no employer-employee relationship. Here you'll find specific agreements for many types of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nolo 2020
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 346.02 FISFair, Eric
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Word Mem FairHeldmann, Carl.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Storey Books 2001
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 690.837 HELSolakian, Susan.
Summary: Describes every stage of a house remodeling project, discussing such topics as finding and hiring an architect, spec writer, and contractor; obtaining insurance; keeping track of costs; evaluating progress; and releasing payments.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sterling 2008
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 643.7 SOLSummary: Describes the enormous, top-secret, invisible universe created by the government after 9/11 and describes why the system in place to keep us safe may actually be putting us in greater danger.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown and Co. 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 363.32517 PRIScutella, Richard M.
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Publisher / Publication Date: McGraw-Hill 2000
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Publisher / Publication Date: Real Estate Education Co. 1996
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Summary: "In the wake of her daughter's unexplained suicide and her husband Jim's sudden abandonment, Liddy Bryant is determined to move on and make some positive changes in her life. In her hometown of Wyndham Beach, the neglected and shuttered bookstore is also in need of renewal, and Liddy recognizes an opportunity to get herself and the bookshop back on track. With a little help from her friends,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Center Point Large Print 2022
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1 available in Large Print, Call number: LP Fiction StewartJohnston, Amy
Summary: A comprehensive guide to building or renovating a home provides everything homeowners need to know to get the best results, covering such topics as selecting and supervising an architect and contractor, cost estimates, budget, plan specifications, dealing with permits, and more and examining a wide range of common pitfalls and how to avoid them.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Shube Pub. 2008
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 690.837 JOHMcGuerty, Dave
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Publisher / Publication Date: Betterway Books 1997
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 692.8 MCGRichter, Corie
Summary: Buying a new home can be an expensive endeavor. Many people dream of building their own home but mistakenly believe that doing so is not cost effective. However, you can save 20 to 40 percent or more by building your own home. In The Complete Guide to Building Your Own Home and Saving Thousands on Your New House you will discover that your dream can become reality. From basic planning to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Atlantic Publishing Group 2009
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Publisher / Publication Date: Real Estate Education 1999
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 690.837 BUCFlorman, Samuel C.
Summary: "Starting in the Navy Seabees at the end of WWII, Samuel C. Florman made his way as a general contractor in New York City through the period of explosive development, private exuberance and the historic growth of publicly supported housing--all amidst the rise of the notorious Mafia families, and evolution of the Civil Rights Movement. His storied career brought him into contact with a variety...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Thomas Dunne Books 2012
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 624 FLORicchi, Kia.
Summary: "You'll learn how to: Develop a concise and inclusive scope of work that details what, exactly, the contractor will do; research the contractor's license and insurance, as well as his or her construction history and personal background; recognize proposals and contracts that are one-sided or unfair."--P. [4] of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Centerline Production, Inc. 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 692 RICGiven-Wilson, Rachel
Contents: What does it take to be an electrician? -- General electricians -- Specialist electricians -- Contractors and business owners -- Electricians of the future.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Jobs Given-WilsonGiven-Wilson, Rachel
Summary: "Learn about opportunities in the carpentry field, and find out which skills you can acquire now to get there"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Jobs Given-WilsonLacinski, Paul
Summary: This comprehensive guide will help designers, contractors, and owner/builders everywhere decide if straw bale is a viable building option for their situation.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chelsea Green Pub. Co. 2000