Building Home

Author : Eric John Abrahamson
Publisher : Univ of California Press
ISBN 13 : 0520953428
Total Pages : 392 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Building Home written by Eric John Abrahamson and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2013-02-28 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Building Home is an innovative biography that weaves together three engrossing stories. It is one part corporate and industrial history, using the evolution of mortgage finance as a way to understand larger dynamics in the nation‘s political economy. It is another part urban history, since the extraordinary success of the savings and loan business in Los Angeles reflects much of the cultural and economic history of Southern California. Finally, it is a personal story, a biography of one of the nation‘s most successful entrepreneurs of the managed economy —Howard Fieldstad Ahmanson. Eric John Abrahamson deftly connects these three strands as he chronicles Ahmanson’s rise against the background of the postwar housing boom and the growth of L.A. during the same period. As a sun-tanned yachtsman and a cigar-smoking financier, the Omaha-born Ahmanson was both unique and representative of many of the business leaders of his era. He did not control a vast infrastructure like a railroad or an electrical utility. Nor did he build his wealth by pulling the financial levers that made possible these great corporate endeavors. Instead, he made a fortune by enabling the middle-class American dream. With his great wealth, he contributed substantially to the expansion of the cultural institutions in L.A. As we struggle to understand the current mortgage-led financial crisis, Ahmanson’s life offers powerful insights into an era when the widespread hope of homeownership was just beginning to take shape.

Author : George Wilkie
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781742572161
Total Pages : 264 pages
Book Rating : 4.62/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Building Your Own Home written by George Wilkie and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This complete guide to building your own home covers every step of the process. It includes advice on: how to select land ; design guidelines; the roles of professional consultants ; how to deal with the workings of control authorities ; preparing working drawings ;who's who of subcontracting and supply industries. Includes in detail the practical steps that owner-builders need to take to ensure their building meets the aims of local regulations in environmental efficiency. Also included are detailed drawings showing how all the components are assembled to achieve the home of your dreams.

Author : Polly Faber
Publisher : Unicorn Academy: Where Magic Happens
ISBN 13 : 9781788007030
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Building a Home written by Polly Faber and published by Unicorn Academy: Where Magic Happens. This book was released on 2022-03-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A non-fiction picture book packed with action and vehicles for children who enjoy discovering how things are made.

Author : Ron Hildebrand
Publisher : Ortho Books
ISBN 13 : 9780897212359
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.55/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ortho's Basic Home Building written by Ron Hildebrand and published by Ortho Books. This book was released on 1991 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents the steps of building a new house. Covers tools, materials, and techniques.

Author : Dan Ramsey
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 9780028643113
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.19/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Building Your Own Home written by Dan Ramsey and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2002 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A clear, concise, up-to-date guide on all aspects of deciding, designing, hiring, financing, building, and enjoying a home that's really your own. -- Covers all aspects of the home building process, from deciding what kind of house to build, to designing it, planning it, hiring the people to build it, and financing it. -- Less intimidating than many do-it-yourself books which are 600+ pages and either assume some knowledge of the home building process or are geared towards those who plan to do some of the actual constructing themselves. -- Written by an experienced consumer rather than a contractor, banker, realtor, or other biased author. The Complete Idiot's Guide "RM" to Building Your Own Home is a clear, concise, up-to-date guide on every aspect of the home building process. It answers every question readers have about building a custom residence-and a few questions they may not have considered. With clear instructions and illustrations, this book takes readers through every step of the home-building process from figuring a budget to finding labor and materials to all aspects of home construction. Whether they plan to build it all themselves, build some and hire some done, or hire it all done to their specifications, The Complete Idiot's Guide "RM" to Building Your Own Home will do the job.

Author : Eric John Abrahamson
Publisher : Univ of California Press
ISBN 13 : 0520273753
Total Pages : 391 pages
Book Rating : 4.57/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Building Home written by Eric John Abrahamson and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2013-02-28 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book is not only a biography of Howard F. Ahmanson but also the story of the financing of the postwar housing boom and the tremendous growth of Los Angeles. Americans have long believed that homeownership is fundamental to the strength of our democracy and the character of our people. Victory in World War II, combined with new government policies designed to stimulate mortgage lending, sparked a tremendous surge in rates of homeownership in the 1950s. With savings and loans providing more than half of the mortgages for these homes, the industry enjoyed a golden era in its history--especially in southern California. Among its peers, Home Savings & Loan Association of Los Angeles was a giant. By 1954 it had more customers and assets than any other thrift in America. Through its real estate development entities, the company played a leading role in the postwar suburban explosion that made LA the quintessential postmodern city. As the crown jewel among a handful of mortgage-related businesses launched and controlled by Howard F. Ahmanson, the company generated philanthropic capital to build L.A.'s cultural centers and finance the campaigns of the region's leading politicians. As a sun-tanned yachtsman and a cigar-smoking financier, the Omaha-born Ahmanson was both unique and representative of many of the business leaders of his era. Like many elites, Ahmanson shared a fundamental confidence in his ability to lead the nation to prosperity. His death in 1968 came just as the era of deregulation was beginning. In this new era, the central role of the savings and loan in financing the American dream diminished and Home Savings was sold to help create one of the biggest branch banks in America--Washington Mutual"--

Author : Kevin Daum
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118054067
Total Pages : 386 pages
Book Rating : 4.62/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Building Your Own Home For Dummies written by Kevin Daum and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-03-04 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Keep construction on track with helpful checklists Turn your dream of a custom home into reality! Thinking about building your own home? This easy-to-follow guide shows you how to plan and build a beautiful home on any budget. From acquiring land to finding the best architect to overseeing the construction, you get lots of savvy tips on managing your new investment wisely -- and staying sane during the process! Discover how to: * Find the best homesite * Navigate the plan approval process * Obtain financing * Hire the right contractor * Cut design and construction costs * Avoid common mistakes

Author : Lane W. Moore
Publisher : Krug Industries, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1933351012
Total Pages : 111 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Home Building Contractor Secrets: How to Buy Wholesale and Save $40,000 (or More) on the Construction of Your Dream Home written by Lane W. Moore and published by Krug Industries, Inc.. This book was released on 2005 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Samantha Skye
Publisher : Samantha Skye
ISBN 13 : 0645129291
Total Pages : 225 pages
Book Rating : 4.98/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Building Home written by Samantha Skye and published by Samantha Skye. This book was released on 2022-08-05 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Love can’t be a game. Because the way my ex is playing, there aren’t any rules... They call me the darling of DC; an event manager extraordinaire, with everyone who's anyone on speed dial. But my world stopped when the first man I ever truly loved left me. Dad’s funeral is breaking me in two. But then a stranger reaches out, right as I need it most. With my conniving ex, Richard, ambushing me at every opportunity, and an ever-expanding business to run, Jake Holland is a pillar of stability in my suddenly crazy life. Just like he was for my dad. His best friend. Maybe it comes with being ex-military — once you’ve dodged death for a living, a socialite’s drama is a drop in the ocean, right? Whatever it is, all I know is Jake makes me feel protected. And...other things. When an old letter surfaces, true feelings fly. But when Jake’s past comes back to haunt him, I’m the one who will face the consequences... Building Home is an age gap, dad best friend billionaire romance. It is book four in the Boston Billionaire series. Coming Home - Book One Finding Home - Book Two Leaving Home - Book Three Building Home - Book Four "I couldn't put this book down. If you like reading love stories with a happy ending, and with some spicy scenes, this one is for you." - Marta "This was one of those stories that hit home for me. The characters felt so real, so relatable and not forced. Nothing gets me more invested in a book when there's something so captivating about two people with completely different backgrounds and despite all obstacles just somehow find their way to each other because their love was meant to be. I love the chemistry between Jake and Isabelle. They couldn't be more fitting for each other. This is how good of a writer Samantha Skye is because I get goosebumps just thinking about it." - Simone "Omg I couldn't put this book down and even though it was so emotional that I cried it was so addictive and a real page turner. Samantha Skye is an amazing author and writer and she certainly knows how to keep her reader's attention on the edge of their seats while reading her books and I definitely recommend you read this book and others by her and you will definitely not be disappointed." - Jean Keywords: billionaire, age gap, dads best friend, bodyguard, alpha hero, protector, ceo, office, alpha strong heroine, soul mates, instalove, romance novel, sexy book, sexy romance book, steamy romance novel, mature heroine romance, alpha hero reads, instant love, romantic suspense, office romance, holiday romance, opposites attract, friends to lovers, alpha hero, alphahole, alpha hole, adventure romance, action romance series, spicy romance, forbidden lovers, billionaire romance, five star romance, hot reads, possessive heroes, dominant heroes, page-turner romance, author romance, writer, danger, romantic love story, passionate romance, sexy villains, mafia, bad boy romance, dark romance, romance, billionaire, bad boy, love books, love stories, new adult, romantic novels, sexually romantic books, guaranteed HEA, no cliffhangers, happily ever after, bestseller, bestselling author

Author : Miki Cook
Publisher : New Society Publishers
ISBN 13 : 0865717796
Total Pages : 435 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Green Home Building written by Miki Cook and published by New Society Publishers. This book was released on 2014-09-09 with total page 435 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Build a truly green home for the same total net cost as the conventional alternative