JoAnn Kurtz – författare

If you''ve ever bought, owned, or sold a home--or are about to--you know how exciting and how daunting it can be. Buying, Owning and Selling a Home in Canada, Second Edition, completely revised and updated, tells you absolutely everything you need to know about the joys and headaches of owning a home. Complete on-volume reference on every stage of owning a home. Covers shopping for a mortgage; negotiating your agreement of purchase and sale; signing contracts with renovators, movers, and others; understanding those mpenetrable insurance policies; dealing with problem neighbours and much more. Your "operating manual" for legal issues as well as the everyday problems of home ownership. Written in plain English that''s easy to understand. Includes helpful, practical checklists and forms. Tells you what you need to know to prevent and solve many problems on your own. What you need to ask lawyers and other professionals--it may even help to reduce the fees you''ll have to pay. Completely revised and updated including: how to look for a home on the Internet and how you can use your home to save, or get more money. Expand information on such topics as: condominium ownership, making offers on a home, and homeowner''s insurance, to name just a few.

All the information you need to manage your money wisely in one great guide

Looking to expand your knowledge of money management? This all-in-one resource is the tool you need. From dealing with debt and setting financial goals to starting a small business and planning your estate, this indispensable desk reference is bursting with sound financial advice. Our Canadian financial experts offer the insight you need for making first-class money-management decisions.

Setting financial goals — determine your money personality and set a financial course that works for you

Getting yourself out of debt — tackle credit problems and expense issues to set yourself on the right path

Buying and selling a home — get the home of your dreams for the best price and sell your house easily and profitably

Understanding investing essentials — explore your options to make the most of your money

Building wealth through stocks, bonds, and mutual funds — buy the most profitable investment vehicles no matter what the economic climate

Planning your retirement — build your RRSPs to enjoy a comfortable retirement free from money worries

Readying your estate — ensure that your estate is properly managed and safe from taxes

Starting a small business — set out on an entrepreneurial adventure with everything you need to be successful

"An indispensable reference guide." —Mike Gillespie, Canwest News Service

Open the book and find:

How to manage your money to meet your goals

Budget tips to help you save more

How to reduce the taxes you pay

Expert tips on buying your perfect home

The best investments for your personality and goals

How to build a diversified portfolio

The scoop on how much you''ll need to retire comfortably

Essential information on estate planning

What you need to succeed in small business

All the information you need to manage your money wisely in one great guide

Looking to expand your knowledge of money management? This all-in-one resource is the tool you need. From dealing with debt and setting financial goals to starting a small business and planning your estate, this indispensable desk reference is bursting with sound financial advice. Our Canadian financial experts offer the insight you need for making first-class money-management decisions.

Setting financial goals — determine your money personality and set a financial course that works for you

Getting yourself out of debt — tackle credit problems and expense issues to set yourself on the right path

Buying and selling a home — get the home of your dreams for the best price and sell your house easily and profitably

Understanding investing essentials — explore your options to make the most of your money

Building wealth through stocks, bonds, and mutual funds — buy the most profitable investment vehicles no matter what the economic climate

Planning your retirement — build your RRSPs to enjoy a comfortable retirement free from money worries

Readying your estate — ensure that your estate is properly managed and safe from taxes

Starting a small business — set out on an entrepreneurial adventure with everything you need to be successful

"An indispensable reference guide." —Mike Gillespie, Canwest News Service

Open the book and find:

How to manage your money to meet your goals

Budget tips to help you save more

How to reduce the taxes you pay

Expert tips on buying your perfect home

The best investments for your personality and goals

How to build a diversified portfolio

The scoop on how much you''ll need to retire comfortably

Essential information on estate planning

What you need to succeed in small business

Wills & Estate Planning For Canadians For Dummies walks you through the steps of planning your estate. This friendly guide will help you Reduce the tax you or your estate will pay Plan for your children''s future Leave a charitable legacy Decipher the legal lingo in wills Prepare a living will to ensure you get the treatment you want Hire an estate planning team that will meet your needs

Through practical advice from expert authors, this book helps you ensure that your affairs are in order, and your loved ones will be looked after.

Wills & Estate Planning For Canadians For Dummies walks you through the steps of planning your estate. This friendly guide will help you Reduce the tax you or your estate will pay Plan for your children''s future Leave a charitable legacy Decipher the legal lingo in wills Prepare a living will to ensure you get the treatment you want Hire an estate planning team that will meet your needs

Through practical advice from expert authors, this book helps you ensure that your affairs are in order, and your loved ones will be looked after.

If you''ve ever bought, owned, or sold a home--or are about to--you know how exciting and how daunting it can be. Buying, Owning and Selling a Home in Canada, Second Edition, completely revised and updated, tells you absolutely everything you need to know about the joys and headaches of owning a home. Complete on-volume reference on every stage of owning a home. Covers shopping for a mortgage; negotiating your agreement of purchase and sale; signing contracts with renovators, movers, and others; understanding those mpenetrable insurance policies; dealing with problem neighbours and much more. Your "operating manual" for legal issues as well as the everyday problems of home ownership. Written in plain English that''s easy to understand. Includes helpful, practical checklists and forms. Tells you what you need to know to prevent and solve many problems on your own. What you need to ask lawyers and other professionals--it may even help to reduce the fees you''ll have to pay. Completely revised and updated including: how to look for a home on the Internet and how you can use your home to save, or get more money. Expand information on such topics as: condominium ownership, making offers on a home, and homeowner''s insurance, to name just a few.

Tried-and-true advice, tools, and strategies to start and succeed in a small business

With more Canadians yearning to start a small business—along with benefitting tax rate incentives and interesting new business opportunities—there''s never been a greater need for a detailed, comprehensive guide to operating a small business.

Comprising the most pertinent information from several bestselling For Dummies books on the subject, this all-encompassing guide gives you everything you need to know about successfully running a small business. 

Define your target market Create  the perfect  business plan Get to the bottom of financials Build a strong online presence and social media following

From soup to nuts, this book is your recipe for small business success.

Practical advice as you prepare to leave your legacy

You’ve worked your entire life to give your loved ones the best life they can have. Don’t let death be the end of your caring and thoughtfulness. You can make sure your family is taken care of after your death and your wealth and assets go where you intend with the help of Wills & Estate Planning For Canadians For Dummies. This down-to-earth guide takes some of the stress and uncertainty out of this unpleasant topic by offering straightforward advice about preparing end-of-life documents and planning your estate. Discover the best way to transfer your assets to your heirs and the charitable organizations of your choice. Find out how to prepare a living will, donate organs, and give instructions for your burial. You also get expanded information about family law in Canada, details on why you need a power of attorney, and guidance on will preparation, funeral planning, green burials, tax implications, and more.

Understand the laws surrounding estates, wills, trusts, and taxes in Canada Get details on buying life insurance, naming your heirs and beneficiaries, and designating an executor Find advice for discussing inheritance matters with a legal professional when you have a tricky situation Put your mind at ease with a solid plan for your assets and your end-of-life care

Thanks to practical advice from an expert author, you can ensure that your affairs are in order and your loved ones will honor your final wishes. Wills & Estate Planning For Canadians For Dummies will help you leave behind a meaningful legacy for all who know and love you.

Practical advice as you prepare to leave your legacy

You’ve worked your entire life to give your loved ones the best life they can have. Don’t let death be the end of your caring and thoughtfulness. You can make sure your family is taken care of after your death and your wealth and assets go where you intend with the help of Wills & Estate Planning For Canadians For Dummies. This down-to-earth guide takes some of the stress and uncertainty out of this unpleasant topic by offering straightforward advice about preparing end-of-life documents and planning your estate. Discover the best way to transfer your assets to your heirs and the charitable organizations of your choice. Find out how to prepare a living will, donate organs, and give instructions for your burial. You also get expanded information about family law in Canada, details on why you need a power of attorney, and guidance on will preparation, funeral planning, green burials, tax implications, and more.

Understand the laws surrounding estates, wills, trusts, and taxes in Canada Get details on buying life insurance, naming your heirs and beneficiaries, and designating an executor Find advice for discussing inheritance matters with a legal professional when you have a tricky situation Put your mind at ease with a solid plan for your assets and your end-of-life care

Thanks to practical advice from an expert author, you can ensure that your affairs are in order and your loved ones will honor your final wishes. Wills & Estate Planning For Canadians For Dummies will help you leave behind a meaningful legacy for all who know and love you.