A comprehensive guide to understanding Medicaid and nursing home costs that provides legal advice on protecting personal assets, state and federal laws regarding nursing care facilities, and information on wills and trusts.
While many industries are failing in what has become one of the worst recessions in decades, there are still several professions that are expected to prosper, even in uncertain economic times. According to a recent study from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the paralegal profession is expected to grow 28 percent between now and 2018, surpassing the growth rate for several other professions, including education positions and jobs with the federal government. If you have ever dreamed of joining this distinguished group of individuals who help lawyers deliver legal services while also owning your own business, now is the time to make your dreams a reality. So, what do you need to know to take advantage of this remarkable growth opportunity? How to Open and Operate a Financially Successful Paralegal Service Business offers you all the insider tips and tricks you need to get your paralegal business started and to ensure its success. From information on finding your first client, staying on budget, and turning your first profit to hiring and training employees, this book offers you everything you need to know and more about making your business succeed. You will learn about the training and certification necessary to give you an advantage over the competition, how to set up computer systems to save time and money, how to meet IRS requirements, how to generate high profile public relations and publicity, and how to implement low cost internal marketing ideas. You will learn how to build your business by using low and no cost ways to satisfy customers, as well as ways to increase sales and have customers refer others to you. Additionally, the companion CD-ROM will provide you with integral start-up forms, checklists, sample business plans, and other documents you will need to keep your business running smoothly from the beginning. Whether you want to start your business on a part-time or freelance basis, becoming paralegal can give you countless work opportunities, including the ability to work for corporate legal departments, real estate companies, insurance corporations, and banks. We have spent hundreds of hours interviewing legal professionals and industry veterans to bring you all the information you need to know before starting this business venture. How to Open and Operate a Financially Successful Paralegal Service Business offers you guidance from people who know this business inside and out and can offer advice that you won't learn from any online course or classroom. This book will give you priceless insider knowledge, case studies from successful legal professionals, and practical, easy-to-follow advice that can help your business grow and prosper.
No matter the number of employees working at your business, employment policies should be distributed in writing to every employee. An employee handbook is the most important communication tool between you and your employees. A well-written handbook sets forth a company’s expectations for its employees and describes what they can expect while working for the business. An employee handbook should describe the employer’s legal obligations and the employees’ rights. The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that businesses can protect themselves against damages from employee lawsuits by providing clear, written policies covering the rights and responsibilities of their employees. Even if you have only one employee, a written handbook could keep you out of court. Written policies provide the principles and a basis for how businesses can manage their employees. The employee handbook can help prevent misunderstanding by listing the company’s policies so employees and managers know what is expected of them. A handbook will also assist with employment law compliance. A written employee handbook gives everyone — including management — the same set of rules to follow. How to Write Your Own Effective Employee Handbook In One Hour Or Less is the ideal solution for producing your own handbook quickly and efficiently. The companion CD-ROM contains an employee handbook template in Microsoft Word™ format, which you can easily edit for your own purposes. Essentially, you just need to fill in the blanks. The book discusses various options you might have in developing the policies. Our employee handbook has been edited and approved by attorneys specializing in employment law. Developing your own handbook now could not be easier or less expensive. The companion CD-ROM containing the template is available in both English and Spanish on a single disc. The following topics are covered in the new 2011 edition of the book: at will employment, equal opportunity employment, sexual harassment, immigration law, criminal convictions, probationary periods, personnel files, orientation, exempt and non-exempt employment classifications, pay periods, breaks, time keeping, overtime, performance reviews, expense reimbursement, attendance, meetings, telecommuting, holidays, vacations, drugs and alcohol, workplace violence and weapons, smoking, food and beverage areas, attire, telephone use, use of company property, safety and security, confidential information, conflicts of interest, employment of relatives, sick leave, disability leave, medical leave, leave of absence, jury duty, military duty, benefits eligibility, medical insurance, retirement plans, employee discounts, workers’ compensation, COBRA, termination, and termination process. With this new book, there is finally a cost-effective solution for developing your own employee handbook for the small- to medium-sized business owner. Simply review the more than 100 polices already written for you and insert your own information when prompted. The template comes complete with a table of contents, introduction, and a form for each employee to sign acknowledging receipt of the manual.
Employees with college degrees earn 50 percent more, on average, than those with only high school diplomas, according to the U.S. Department of Education. With the chance to make twice as much money with an accredited degree, more and more Americans are returning to school to increase their skills. Now, it's easier than ever to graduate college without having to move to another state or even leave the comfort of your home. Well-known, traditional colleges and universities are going online, with more than 75 percent offering degree programs that can be completed entirely on the Internet. According to CBS News, the online student population expands by 30 percent each year. If you have been toying with the idea of going back to school, or you are just looking to take classes in a more convenient, less traditional environment, this book is for you. How to Get an Accredited College Degree Online will teach you everything you need to know about successfully graduating from an online program. This complete guide will walk you through the entire process from choosing your major and registering for classes to communicating with your professors and using basic online etiquette. This comprehensive book also includes a list of scholarships with tips for how to qualify and apply, so you can find the money you need to make your dream of earning a degree become a reality. You can continue your education without physically going to class, and this complete guide will provide you with the basic technological skills you need to be successful in an online class, including how to use Web cams and digital audio files to communicate with your professors and classmates. You will learn how to submit your assignments online and how to use the Internet to enhance your learning experience. Finding the discipline to complete an online degree can be tough on your own, but with this complete guide, you will learn how to find the time and motivation to achieve your goals. This book is filled with tips and suggestions to stay focused. You will quickly discover the benefits of your accredited online education and how you can use your degree in the workplace. A vast majority - 86 percent - of employers are willing to hire someone with an online degree. With this book as your guide, you could find yourself doing the work you really love while making more money. We've spent hundreds of hours interviewing employers and online professors to compile the most up-to-date guide to further your education and enable you to earn a credible degree. Let How to Get an Accredited College Degree Online help lead you to greater success and a higher paycheck.
Don't let a tough economy spoil your dream of starting a small business. Instead, gain the knowledge you need to save money in every aspect of your business so you can happily hang that "Open" sign on your door. You'll be glad to know that The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 will have a significant positive impact on small businesses across America. About $730 million is earmarked for the Small Business Administration, which could help your small business in several ways. This act is aimed to eliminate fees on SBA-backed loans, help small businesses meet debt payments, finance new lending, help staff a small business, and more. With this in mind, you may be ready to get started with your business idea. But how can you ensure success in an unwelcoming economy? How to Open and Operate a Successful New Business in a Tough Economy: With Companion CD-ROM is for any up-and-coming business owner who realizes the need to cut corners while maintaining excellent business practices, no matter your service or product. Every government initiative that will play a key role in helping your business save money and thrive will be outlined. You will learn the elements of a good business idea, how to create a business plan, how to conduct market research and choose your business location, and how to create a marketing plan according to your business, location, budget, and specific needs. This book will teach you about hiring employees who excel in several areas in order to save you money, as well as how to cut spending around the office. Learn about free marketing techniques, including social media and grassroots publicity. You will be instructed on how to build, maintain and update your own Web site and how to take advantage of search engine optimization.. Brand your business and choose your logo, stationery, and company environment. Also, discover the types of insurance and what your business needs according to size, number of employees, laws, and budget. This book will outline the ways to finance a business and how to determine what best suits your needs. Learn about the paperwork involved in opening a business, including determining your business status, researching zoning laws, filing a permit, obtaining a federal employer number, and starting bank information in your business' name. Gain knowledge of how to hire a human resources employee to take care of payroll, benefits, insurance options, and daily company operations. Find out how to start with a small staff in order to save money while your business grows. We have spent hundreds of hours researching and interviewing business experts, economists, small-business owners, and marketing experts who have excelled in saving money. A CD-ROM is included that will provide worksheets and checklists, tax information, state-specific laws, and employee paperwork. Take your business idea and get started with confidence -- this book is an all-encompassing guide for opening a new business and saving money in a tight economy.
A permanent resident is someone who has been granted authorization to live and work in the United States on a permanent basis. As proof of that status, a person is granted a permanent resident card, commonly called a "green card." If you or a family member is interested in legally residing in the United States, obtaining a green card is the fastest way to meeting this goal. Immigration lawyers will charge you thousands of dollars to fill out and file forms you can easily access online and submit yourself. With the help of this book, you can learn all the basics and quickly be on your way to becoming the newest resident of the United States without having to pay for a lawyer. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website is the hub for all things related to obtaining a green card. This book will walk you through accessing and navigating this seemingly confusing and overwhelming site. The process for becoming a permanent resident can be complicated and depends on whether you are currently living inside the United States or abroad. How to Get a Simple Green Card Without a Lawyer will discuss the many methods of becoming a permanent resident, including being sponsored by a family member or employer in the United States, filing as a refugee or for asylum, or participating in other humanitarian programs. The book will describe circumstances in which you might be eligible to file for yourself. You will also learn about the fees required for filing, the timeframe for obtaining a green card, short-term alternatives for entering the United States without a green card, and the different reasons you might be denied permanent resident status. This book offers a detailed overview of the forms needed from start to finish - where to obtain them, how to read and fill them out, and how and where to submit them. The Companion CD-ROM provided with this book includes all of the applications you need to apply for you green card. The book provides you with the tools for creating an organized file of important information regarding your application, submitting photographs and fingerprints for identification, and successfully submitting the application packet. Consequences for providing false information are also described. Once you have applied, this book will provide tips for tracking your application and contacting the USCIS for information about your application. After you have been granted permanent resident status, you will learn how to renew or replace your green card and when authorities might revoke your green card. If you plan to apply for U.S. citizenship, this book will provide you with valuable insight. There are many organizations available to people who are looking to obtain a green card, and this book will introduce you to the services available beyond an attorney. We have spent hundreds of hours interviewing immigration lawyers and newly award green card recipients to provide you with tips and advice to successfully navigate the complexities of becoming a permanent resident of the United States. Before you contemplate hiring an attorney, let this book provide you with everything you need to know about obtaining a green card. This book will save you thousands of dollars in the process.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-2011 Edition, a model’s main purpose is to “create public interest in buying products such as clothing, cosmetics, food, and housewares. The information they provide helps consumers make choices among the wide variety of products and services they can buy.” According to the job statistics provided by the Department of Labor, “Employment of models is expected to grow by 16 percent between 2008 and 2018, which is faster than the average for all occupations.” However, because there are very few formal entry requirements, those pursuing a modeling career can expect increased competition for jobs. If you are thinking of jumping into a modeling career, you need the new book How to Succeed as a Model in order to learn how market yourself and surpass the competition. There are a lot of pretty or handsome faces out there that are looking to make a name for themselves in the modeling industry. This book can help you stand out among the crowd. This book provides you with everything you need to know about becoming and succeeding as a model. It begins by offering you an overview of the modeling industry, including information on modeling realities and downsides. You will learn about the basic physical requirements that agencies look for when signing a new model. The book will help you determine how to market yourself by assessing how your look fits in with the seven basic model types, including the classic beauty, the exotic beauty, the oddball, and the girl next door. This book offers you a crash course in breaking into the industry, including information on photos you will need to have taken, why it’s important to have an agent and how to find one, how to enter model searches, how to determine whether you should go to a modeling school, and what to do if you discover you’re not model material after all. You will learn how to break into major markets such as New York and Paris or secondary markets such as Los Angeles and Miami or even your home town. You will learn all the practices and terminology for how an agency works once you get your foot in the door. Learn what to do when you finally land your first job and what happens during a photo shoot, in a studio, or on location. Most important is the chapter on personal and career management. Learn how your modeling career will affect your personal relationships and how to avoid drugs, alcohol, and compulsive spending, common downfalls of many new models. This book provides you with the money management tools necessary to successfully treat your modeling career as a business. We have spent hundreds of hours interviewing seasoned models, modeling agency professionals, and new or aspiring models just like you who can provide tips for jumpstarting your modeling career quickly and successfully. If you are ready to turn your dream job into a high-paying career, let this book show you how to turn that idea into a reality.
Updated to reflect the new 2014 Dodd-Frank and Patriot Act regulations regarding private lending practices, this new and completely revised edition provides detailed information on how to put mney to work in a relatively safe private mortgage investment with a high rate of return. This market allows investors to earn substantially higher yields - while offering the security of real property to back the loan. You can comfortably double your money every 4 to 6 years. Learn the details and insider secrets in the revised third edition of this award-winning book. Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company president's garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed.
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