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AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER Nolo Fall 2009 Catalog “Nolo publications…guide people simply through the how, when, where and why of the law.” THE WASHINGTON POST GOOD BOOKS FOR TOUGH TIMES Business Law Money Find it on page 1 Find it on page 7 Find it on page 5

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Nolo catalog: New books and software (plus new editions) for Fall 2009. New books include "Business Loans From Family & Friends," "The Essential Guide to Handling Workplace Discrimination & Harassment," "Every Nonprofit's Tax Guide," "Healthy Employees, Healthy Business," "The Mom's Guide to Wills & Estate Planning" and "Running a Side Business." Nolo publishes good books for tough times. For help surviving the recession, take a look at "The Foreclosure Survival Guide," "Save Your Small Business," "How to File Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, "Chapter 13 Bankruptcy" and "The Sharing Solution."All titles offer practical information backed by legal expertise and delivered in Nolo's trademark plain-English style.

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NoloFall 2009Catalog

“Nolo publications…guide people simply throughthe how, when, where and why of the law.”THE WASHINGTON POST

GOOD BOOKS FOR TOUGH TIMESBusiness � Law � Money

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From property donations to rules for chari-table giving, Every Nonprofit’s Tax Guideshows 501(c)(3) organizations how tokeep in complete step with IRS rules inorder to maintain their tax-exempt statusand unique privileges.Find out more on page 1.

Discrimination lawsuits areon the rise, spurred by layoffsand the sagging economy.The Essential Guide toWorkplace Harassment& Discrimination is the deskreference for the times, provid-ing information, answers—evenaudio scenarios on CD—to helpHR and management addressand prevent harassment & dis-crimination in the workplace.Find out more on page 2.

Healthy Employees, Healthy Business shows small businesseshow to evaluate major health concerns within the office and

put low-cost wellness programs in place thatincrease employee productivity, reduce absen-teeism—and improve company profits.Find out more on page 3.

Parents know they should act now to protecttheir families, but wills,living trusts, selectingguardians…whichsteps are urgent andwhich can wait? Fewparents have time todecipher it all, nor thecash to pay a lawyerto do it for them.The Mom’s Guideto Wills & EstatePlanning providesthe full scoop on estate

planning options and offers a plan that everyfamily can follow. Find out more on page 4.

Layoffs, pay cuts, increased debt. It’s no sur-prise that more people today are looking toturn their interests & hobbies into a second

source of income. Running a Side Business

Dear friends and fans of Nolo,

Americans are short on cash, and many are losing their homes.American businesses, struggling with the repercussions of lay-offs, face a greater risk from employee-initiated lawsuits. Otherbusinesses are having little success securing bank loans, whilenonprofits are looking for all the help they can get for stayingon good terms with the IRS.

With the ongoing struggles of the recession in mind, Nolointroduces six new titles for Fall 2009—each one offeringpractical information backed by legal expertise anddelivered, of course, in Nolo’s trademark plain-English style.

shows readers how to choosea side business, start it, man-age it and make it profitable.Find out more on page 4.

For entrepreneurs in theearly stages of launching orexpanding a small business,securing traditional lendinghas become especially challenging in these times of tightcredit. Business Loans from Family & Friends showsthese readers how to approach a potential lender, profes-

sionally present a loan request and structure the dealto protect both sides. Find out more on page 5.

Nolo offers more books for surviving the recession!Don’t miss these NEW EDITIONS:

The Foreclosure Survival GuideAvailable September

Chapter 13 BankruptcyAvailable November

How to File for Chapter 7 BankruptcyAvailable October

GOOD BOOKS FOR TOUGH TIMES

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TABLE OF CONTENTSNatiONal New releases.......................................................1–5

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Stephen Fishman is the author of many Nolo books,

including Tax Deductions for Professionals, Every

Landlord’s Tax Deduction Guide and Home Business

Tax Deductions, plus many other legal and business

books. after a time in government and private practice,

he became a full-time legal writer in 1983. he lives in

san Francisco.

a practical and easy-to-comprehendguide to nonprofit compliance

Every Nonprofit’s Tax Guidehow to keep Your tax-exempt statusand avoid irs problemsby Attorney Stephen Fishman

There are nearly one and a half million tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organi-zations operating in the U.S. And, according to recent data, thenonprofit sector is growing, with the number of registered publiccharities having jumped over 30% between 2000 and 2006.

All of these nonprofits enjoy special privileges not available to otherorganizations—but they come at a price. Nonprofits must complywith rules and regulations not applicable to other organizations.Every Nonprofit’s Tax Guide explains these rules and what nonprofitsmust do to maintain their tax-exempt status and avoid problemswith the IRS.

Practical, thorough and easy-to-comprehend, the book explains bothongoing and annual compliance requirements for nonprofits, including:

• rules for charitable giving and cash donations

• Form 990

• unrelated taxable business income

• annual IRS filings and disclosures

• property donations

• bookkeeping basics

• working with independent contractors and volunteers

• restrictions on lobbying and political activities,

—and more.

The book also includes a chapter on the type of transactions thatcan get nonprofits in trouble with the IRS.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Nonprofit Organizations & charities

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• author appearances in and around the san Francisco bay area

• regional bookstore appearances

• author podcast available on Nolo.com

• Online promotion coverage including Nolo.com (850,000 uniquevisitors per month)

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Deborah C. England is an employment attorney with over

20 years of experience. she has published numerous

articles and essays on employment and civil rights law,

and is the co-author of The Essential Guide to Family

and Medical Leave, published by Nolo. she makes her

home in the san Francisco bay area.

discrimination claims are up in the downeconomy. this is the hr professional’sessential desk reference for addressing andpreventing harassment and discrimination

The Essential Guide toHandling WorkplaceHarassment & Discriminationby Attorney Deborah C. England

Employees filed more than 95,000 discrimination, harassmentand retaliation claims against their employers in 2008, with thebiggest jump in age discrimination and retaliation claims. Thedown economy is driving more employees to consider taking theirgrievances to court.

The Essential Guide to Handling Workplace Harassment &Discrimination is an essential desk reference for managers, supervi-sors and human resource professionals who are responsible foraddressing and preventing harassment and discrimination in theworkplace. It considers the practical realities of applying the lawon a day-to-day basis, and answers all of the common questionsthat HR professionals are likely to encounter regularly. It covers:

• what harassment is and how to stop it

• when and how discrimination occurs

• how to draft and communicate effective policies prohibitingharassment and discrimination

• how to conduct training

• how to handle employee complaints

• how to investigate claims thoroughly

• how to protect your company with proper documentation

• what to expect if an employee files a charge or lawsuit

Packed with practical strategies, the book explains the legal principlesand applies them to real world situations businesses are likely toface. It includes all the information busy managers need to protectemployees—and the company—from workplace harassment anddiscrimination.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / human resources & personnel

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Ilona Bray is an author and legal editor at Nolo, specializing

in topics ranging from immigration law to nonprofit fundrais-

ing to real estate. she is the author of several best-selling

books, including Effective Fundraising for Nonprofits and

Nolo’s Essential Guide to Buying Your First Home, and has

edited many of Nolo’s small business books. bray’s working

background includes solo law practice, stints in nonprofit and

corporate law, and significant amounts of volunteering. she

lives in the san Francisco bay area.

No need to build a gym: money-savingsteps for improving employee health andproductivity—and your bottom line

Healthy Employees,Healthy Businesseasy, affordable ways topromote workplace wellnessby Ilona Bray, J.D.

In a 2007 business survey, the cost of health care was named bycompany heads as the single biggest threat to their profits. Meanwhile,employee illness, chronic poor health, low job satisfaction and produc-tivity and high turnover all contribute to lost company earnings.

Drawing on the expertise of an advisory board of doctors, lawyers,benefits specialists, workplace wellness program planners, and otherexperts, Healthy Employees, Healthy Business offers struggling smallbusiness owners and managers crucial advice on how to implement alow-cost or even free wellness program that increases productivity andpotentially lowers health insurance costs.

Clear, concise, and filled with success stories from other workplaces,Healthy Employees, Healthy Business shows small businesses how to:

• evaluate and target their workplace’s main health concerns

• develop fun, effective activities to improve employee health

• boost morale through mutual support and competition

• lower workplace stress

• leverage community resources and health insurance benefits

• achieve high returns for minimal investment

Whether it’s changing the snacks in the vending machine, sponsoringa stair-walking challenge, or ensuring that ill employees have access totreatment, the practical advice offered in Healthy Employees, HealthyBusiness will help even the smallest of businesses create a dynamic,energized, and productive workforce.

Helpful forms and interviews with advisers on CD.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / small business

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Advisory Boardadvisory board includes 13 experts onthe following workplace health topics:benefits and insurance, employment law,wellness/health coaching, nutrition, fitness,weight management, stress management,germs in the workplace, chronic diseasemanagement, smoking cessation, andalcohol and drug addiction.

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The Mom’s Guide toWills & Estate Planningby Attorney Liza Hanks

Millions of parents with young children know that nowis the time to do something in the way of estate planning,but what, exactly? Is a will sufficient? What about lifeinsurance? What, exactly, is a trust? And how much willit all cost?

The Mom’s Guide to Wills & Estate Planning, written byexperienced estate planning attorney and mom, LizaHanks, delivers the straightforward scoop on estate plan-ning options and puts forth a solid plan that every familycan follow—without ever having to see an expensivelawyer. The book explains which protective steps are themost crucial and should be taken now, and which canbe delayed. It focuses on families’ real-world concerns,including:

• how to select a guardian for children

• when to consider a living trust

• how to set up payable-on-death accounts

• how to keep the estate plan current

—and much more.

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some protective steps canwait. Others can’t. this bookexplains the difference andshows parents how to createand follow a realistic plan now.

turn your hobby into acash business!

Running a Side Businesshow to create a second incomeby Attorney Rich Stim and Lisa Guerin, J.D.

From crafting to home repair work to website design, manyindividuals wish to transform their hobby into a business andtheir passion into cash—and now more than ever, as so manypeople in this troubled economy are discovering that a singlesource of income just isn’t enough.

But how to start it, manage it and make a profit? Running aSide Business shows readers how. Packed with tips, legalresources, start-up success stories, and relevant USA TODAYsnapshots® and graphs, the book guides entrepreneurs throughthe entire business lifecycle, addressing and answering all ofthe important questions along the way, including how to:

• choose a side business that will succeed

• manage a full-time job while running the side business

• protect personal assets

• keep it legal: how to obtain and file permits, licenses, etc.

• market the new business

• file taxes and take deductions

Plus, the book takes a closer look at side businesses that havebecome more popular in the last decade, including Webdesign, blogging, Google AdSense business models, and salesthrough eBay, Amazon and other online channels.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / small business / entrepreneurship

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Liza Hanks is an estate planning attorney

who manages a private practice focused on

families, most of which include young chil-

dren. she has taught estate planning and

taxation at santa clara law school and

currently writes for Bay Area Parent maga-

zine. she lives and works in san Jose.

ABOUT THE AUTHORS:

Attorney Rich Stim practices law in san

Francisco and has represented photogra-

phers, software developers, publishers

and musicians. he is the author of Patent,

Copyright & Trademark, The eBay

Business Start-Up Kit and many other

Nolo titles. Lisa Guerin is the author or

co-author of several Nolo books, including

The Manager’s Legal Handbook. she has

practiced employment law in government,

public interest and private practice. both

live in the san Francisco bay area.

MARKETING HIGHLIGHTS• 10-city radio media tour

• National print attention

• author podcast available on Nolo.com

• Online promotion coverage includingNolo.com (850,000 unique visitorsper month)

• author appearances in and aroundthe san Francisco bay area

MARKETING HIGHLIGHTS• National radio interviews,

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Asheesh Advani pioneered the business of managing

person-to-person loans between relatives and friends

when he founded circlelending in 2001, now virgin

money of which he is currently ceO. he is a frequent

speaker at industry conferences and a media commen-

tator on financial innovation. he has been quoted in The

Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and Time

Magazine, and has been highlighted on pbs and Npr.

he lives in the greater boston area.

wouldn’t you rather pay interest to aparent than a bank?

Business Loans fromFamily & Friendshow to ask, make it legal, &make it workby Asheesh Advani, with a foreword by Sir Richard Branson,Founder and Chairman of the Virgin Group

In this time of tight lending, many entrepreneurs in the earlystages of launching or expanding a small business have difficultyqualifying for traditional bank loans, particularly if they have nocollateral or poor credit scores.

Business Loans from Family & Friends opens a window on an areaof lending that accounts for more than 50% of all start-up busi-ness investment dollars. Additionally it is a great resource for thosewho have identified their personal lending sources, but want toknow how to structure the deal so that everyone understands itand no one gets hurt.

Business Loans from Family & Friends demonstrates how toapproach potential lenders and professionally present a loanrequest, and offers guidance on how to protect both sides. Itprovides complete instructions for drawing up the paperwork toformalize the loan or investment, while the CD contains handyforms, including:

• loan proposal letter

• letter of intent

• personal financial statement

• promissory note

—and more.

The smart way to keep family money within the family.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / entrepreneurship

MARKETING HIGHLIGHTS• National broadcast and print campaign

• 10-city radio media tour

• Online promotion coverage including Nolo.com (850,000unique visitors per month)

• author appearances in New York, connecticut and boston

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“patent it Yourself is atop-notch reference for patentand trademark information.”–SAN FRANCISCO EXAMINER

Patent It Yourselfby Attorney David Pressman :: 14th edition

Many patent attorneys are now charging$1,000 an hour, effectively pricing out mostsmall inventors. Patent It Yourself is just theresource these basement tinkerers need toprotect their inventions—at a fraction of thecost of a hired lawyer.

Patent It Yourself walks inventors through theentire process of obtaining a patent, providingdetailed information and clear instructionsalong the way. It covers:

• conducting a patent search

• evaluating the commercial potential ofan idea

• filing a provisional patent application

• preparing a formal patent application

• enforcing and maintaining a patent

• marketing an invention and licensing itto others

The 14th edition includes the newestSupreme Court rulings, provides the latestforms, discusses recent USPTO rules forapplication and prosecution, and containsupdated information on electronic filing.

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“It’s the scuba gear everymusician needs to swimwith the sharks.” –VIBE

Music Lawrun Your band’s businessby Attorney Richard W. Stim :: 6th edition

For those who love the art of belongingin a band but need help with the busi-ness side, Music Law is the completeguide. Written by musician and lawyer,Richard Stim, the book helps bandsprotect their money and their rights.It explains how to:

• understand record contracts• tour on a budget• create artwork & sample audio legally• sell the band’s music• protect copyrights• manage multiple band websites• deal with taxes

—and much more.

The 6th edition is updated with thelatest changes in trademark and copy-right law and includes guidance onfilling out the new “Form CO” to com-plete a copyright application for a song.It also contains new information onmusical collaborations between DJsand other musicians. Legal forms andagreements are included on CD.

MUSIC / business aspects

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Need to stamp “patentpending” on that inventiontoday? start here!

Patent Pendingin 24 Hoursby Attorneys Richard Stim andDavid Pressman :: 5th edition

Filing a provisional patent application(PPA) is an especially cost-effectivemethod of protecting an inventionwhile the inventor awaits funding inthese tough economic times. Plus, itallows the inventor time and opportu-nity to assess the commercial worth ofan idea before pursuing a full-blown—and expensive—patent.

The book takes readers step-by-stepthrough the process of drafting andfiling a PPA in 24 hours, explaininghow to:

• conduct a search on prior art• organize data• use charts and tables• assemble the PPA• mark an invention “patent pending”

The 5th edition contains revised andupdated patent searching informationas well as updated case laws & patentregulations, plus additional resources.

LAW / intellectual property / patent

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The ForeclosureSurvival Guidekeep Your house Or walk awaywith money in Your pocketby Attorney Stephen Elias :: 2nd edition

Over 860,000 families lost their homes in 2008.In 2009 another three million foreclosures areexpected as temporary postponements end andhomeowners remain incapable of making theirmortgage payments in the continuing recession.

Written by a practicing bankruptcy lawyer whohas helped hundreds through the foreclosureprocess, The Foreclosure Survival Guide compas-sionately provides step-by-step information tohelp readers find the best solutions possible.They’ll learn whether they should strive to keepthe house, plus how to: stay in the house paymentfree while saving money; use Chapter 7 bankrupt-cy to buy time while considering a lender work-out; avoid “foreclosure rescue” scams; use Chapter13 bankruptcy to save a home, and more.

Containing foreclosure law information for all 50states, and stuffed with easy-to-use legal chartsand sample forms, the 2nd edition is updatedwith the latest federal legislation and bank-imple-mented foreclosure-delay programs which offerhomeowners even more ways to keep their homes.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / real estate

annual bankruptcy filings are inthe millions. this book will helpconsumers through the process.

Chapter 13 Bankruptcykeep Your property & repaydebts Over timeby Attorney Stephen Elias &Robin Leonard :: 10th edition

Bankruptcy filings are skyrocketing; theyincreased by 31% in 2008, reaching atotal of 1.1 million. Experts expect tosee another huge increase in 2009.

Now more than ever, consumers needan inexpensive, comprehensive resourceto help them hang onto valuable prop-erty and repay their debts over time.Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is their guide.The book clearly shows readers how to:

• determine whether they qualify forChapter 13

• stop a house foreclosure, if possible• devise an acceptable repayment plan• complete and file all required forms• represent themselves before a

bankruptcy judge• make up missed mortgage payments

The 10th edition covers recent courtcases and includes the latest forms,complete with step-by-step instructionsfor filling them out.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / personalFinance / money management

“Exceptionally clear.”–THE NEW YORK TIMES

How to File forChapter 7 Bankruptcyby Attorney Stephen Elias, Albin Renauer,J.D., & Robin Leonard, J.D. :: 16th edition

For Americans who don’t own theirhomes, Chapter 7 remains the bankrupt-cy of choice. But with attorney fees outof reach for many strapped households,consumers are looking for reliable yetaffordable information.

How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcyprovides the user friendly informationand forms they’ll need to successfullycomplete their bankruptcy claims. Itexplains how to:

• fill out and file all the forms

• cancel as much debt as possible• deal with secured debts• keep the maximum amount of

property• keep the house, if possible• rebuild credit after bankruptcy

The 16th edition is revised to include themost recent forms and figures, changes tostate exemption laws (which determinewhat property bankruptcy filers maykeep), and the latest court decisions.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / personalFinance / money management

homeowners need to knowtheir options. this bookcovers them all.

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Form Your Own Limited Liability Companyby Anthony Mancuso :: 6th edition

Forming an LLC offers business owners the best of both businessworlds— personal protection from the business debts of a corporation,and the informality and tax benefits of a sole proprietorship. It’s nowonder every new or existing business owner wants to form one.

Form Your Own Limited Liability Company provides the step-by-stepinstructions and forms needed to form an LLC easily in all 50 states. Itcovers how to prepare and file articles of organization, create an LLCoperating agreement, set up a member-run or manager-run LLC, takecare of legal and tax paperwork, and much more.

The 6th edition is updated to reflect changes in state LLC law and relatedtax law. All needed forms are included on the CD.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / small business

Legal Guide for Starting & Running aSmall Businessby Attorney Fred S. Steingold :: 11th edition

Small business owners regularly face an array of legal questions andproblems. Ignoring them can lead to disaster, but hiring a lawyer toanswer routine questions can be prohibitively expensive.

Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business provides the practicaland legal information needed to get a business up and running. Itexplains how to raise start-up money, choose a business structure, getlicenses and permits, buy or sell a business, deal with taxes, and more.

The 11th edition is completely updated to provide the latest regulations,tax numbers and business realities.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / small business

Every Landlord’s Tax Deduction Guideby Attorney Stephen Fishman :: 6th edition

While tax write-offs are a chief perk of owning property, deductionsremain one of the most puzzling areas of tax law. Residential landlordscan look to Every Landlord’s Tax Deduction Guide for guidance. It showsthem how to save money by taking all of the deductions they’re due.No high-priced visit to the accountant required.

Comprehensive, easy to read, and full of helpful examples, this guidecovers how to deduct real estate losses, maximize depreciation deduc-tions, deduct home office expenses, fill out IRS Schedule E, and more.

The 6th edition is fully updated to cover the most recent changes intax laws, including updated tax numbers.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / real estate

Leases & Rental Agreementsby Marcia Stewart and Attorneys Ralph Warner & Janet Portman :: 8th edition

To protect their investments and avoid legal hassles, rental property ownersneed a legally enforceable lease.

Leases & Rental Agreements is an affordable solution, making it easy forlandlords or property managers to create a legal lease and other key rentaldocuments tailored to their properties. They’ll learn how to make requireddisclosures, comply with their state’s laws on security deposits, privacyrules & discrimination, check references & credit, modify the lease asnecessary and more.

The 8th edition provides updated 50-state legal charts on security deposits,rent rules & access to rental property, plus a comprehensive new chart ofrequired state law disclosures. All needed forms supplied on the CD.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / real estate

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“You won’t find betterup-to-date professionalcounseling…”–SAN FRANCISCO EXAMINER

“The best of the best…”–CHICAGO TRIBUNE

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Tax Savvy for Small Businessby Attorney Frederick W. Daily :: 13th edition

Understanding taxes is a key element to keeping a small business runningwell—and can be essential even to its survival. With Tax Savvy for SmallBusiness, business owners will learn the ins and outs of the tax code andhow to make the best tax-related decisions for their business under thewatchful eye of the IRS.

The book provides valuable tax-related strategies and information, fromhow to choose the best business entity to paying payroll taxes. It alsocovers deducting current and capitalized expenses, writing off long-termbusiness assets, reducing IRS penalties and much more.

The 13th edition is fully updated to cover all recent changes in tax laws,including updated tax numbers.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / small business

Home Business Tax Deductionskeep what You earnby Attorney Stephen Fishman :: 6th edition

In today’s economy, more people are considering starting home businessoperations, while existing home business owners are trying to save every dime.Tax deductions are one quick way to save for any business, but they can beespecially complex—and valuable—when the home doubles as an office.

Home Business Tax Deductions brings readers up to speed on the mostcommonly-used deductions, as well as how to best take advantage of them.They’ll learn how to write off the home office, start-up & operatingexpenses, health insurance & medical bills, vehicles & travel, inventory,and more—all organized into easy-reference categories.

The 6th edition is updated with all the latest tax information and numbersfor 2009, and provides new information on tax planning.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / home-based businesses

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Nolo’s Simple Will Bookby Denis Clifford :: 8th edition

Nolo’s Simple Will Book provides all the information, forms and instruc-tions readers need to create a legally valid will without hiring a lawyer.They’ll learn how to distribute property to family, friends or organizations,name a personal guardian to care for children, arrange for payment ofdebts & taxes, name an executor to handle affairs, and more. The booklets readers choose from seven different will forms, and provides theoption of building a custom will to suit special situations.

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Supervisors, managers and HR professionals need quick, accessible, yetthorough guidance on how to manage employees, handle workplaceissues—and avoid costly legal mistakes. Turn them to The Manager’s LegalHandbook. Whether implementing a useful workplace policy idea, or insearch of a quick answer regarding trade secrets, the book provides all thatmanagers need to know to do their jobs while staying within the boundsof the law.

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Dealing With Problem Employeesa legal guideBy Attorneys Amy DelPo & Lisa Guerin :: 5th edition

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Legal Researchhow to Find & understand the lawby Attorney Stephen Elias & the Editors of Nolo :: 15th edition

Legal Research doesn’t assume readers have access to expensive legal researchdatabases; all it presumes is that they have access to the Internet and theirlocal or virtual law library.

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The criminal justice system is a complex maze of confusingrules and procedures. Toss in the budget cuts and hiringfreezes that have hit law enforcement and the result is feweravailable resources and programs to assist those accused ofcrimes, and their friends and families.

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Save Your Small Business10 crucial strategies to survive hard timesor close down and move Onby Ralph Warner, J.D. & Bethany K. Laurence, J.D.

How to Save Your Small Business provides no-nonsense strategies forprotecting personal assets from creditors and surviving the currentrecession. It tackles such concerns as knowing whether or not thebusiness can be saved, how to make the most immediate & effectivecuts, how to pay bills, negotiate debts, get everyone in the office paidon time, how to market creatively, effectively and cheaply, sellinghigh margin services to get back in the black, protecting personalassets from creditors—and much more, including how to wind downor file for bankruptcy when going out of business is inevitable.

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Working for Yourselflaw & taxes for independentcontractors, Freelancers &consultantsAttorney Stephen Fishman :: 7th Edition

Over 10 million people work for them-selves as contractors, freelancers orconsultants. Point these independentbusiness minds to Working for Yourself,which provides the essential informationthey’ll need to succeed on their own.

Working for Yourself explains how tochoose the right business structure, setup home or outside offices, comply withIRS rules, hire and manage employees,draft solid agreements, and get paid infull and on time.

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The Small BusinessStart-Up Kita step-by-setp legal guideby Peri H. Pakroo, J.D. :: 5th Edition

User friendly and loaded with practicaltips, The Small Business Start-Up Kit helpsaspiring entrepreneurs launch a businessquickly and confidently. It shows how tocreate contracts, get required licenses andpermits, choose the best business structure,name a business, write an effective busi-ness plan, file the right forms in the rightplaces, be prepared for the required taxes,acquire good bookkeeping skills and more.

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The Work From HomeHandbookFlex Your time, improve Your lifeby Diana Fitzpatrick & Stephen Fishman

The Work From Home Handbook willhelp anyone chart out the pros andcons of telecommuting, become anindependent contractor, find or createa new “beyond the office” job, preparea great proposal and present it to theboss, and demonstrate productivity ina home office.

This book provides tips, real-lifeexamples, practical advice and—best ofall—inspiration. It incorporates excerptsof articles, photos and the ever-popularUSA TODAY Snapshots®.

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THE EBAY BUSINESS START-UP KITWith 100s of Live Links to All theInformation & Tools You Need

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Online sellers: No more trolling theInternet for the tips and resourcesneeded to start that eBay business—this book’s done all the research foryou! Become a “PowerSeller,” findand use auction-management tools,obtain licenses & permits, deal withtaxes—and much more.

LEGAL FORMS FOR STARTING &RUNNING A SMALL BUSINESS

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From hiring employees to borrow-ing money, this book contains theforms to get the job done. Includesforms to start a business, corporatemeeting forms, promissory notes,security agreements, commerciallease forms, and more—over 60essential documents!

SMALL BUSINESS IN PARADISEWorking for Yourself in a PlaceYou Love

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Small Business in Paradise providesguidance on how to launch a newbusiness, research a market, build aseasonal business, hire the right peo-ple, promote a business, comply withlocal regulations—and more. Alsoprovided are checklists and resourcesthat help keep readers on track.

TAX DEDUCTIONSFOR PROFESSIONALS

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This book shows professionals howto maximize deductions and savemoney. It explains how to choosethe best legal structure, the advan-tages and drawbacks of “professionalcorporations”, the tax implicationsof owning a business space, how todeduct professional fees, and more.

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How to Write aBusiness Planby Mike McKeever :: 9th edition

How to Write a Business Plan clearlyexplains how to write the business planand secure the loan package necessary tofinance a new or expanding business—and make it work.

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• evaluate the profitability of an idea

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LLC or Corporation?how to choose the right Form for Your businessby Attorney Anthony Mancuso :: 3rd edition

As businesses grow, owners find themselves wondering if they shouldupgrade their legal structure to a corporation or limited liability company(LLC). The question is “Which one?” The answer isn’t clear cut—but acompany’s legal status and tax rate depends on the answer.

LLC or Corporation? helps answer that question with plain-English expla-nations of personal liability, profits and losses, investments and taxes,converting from one type of business entity to another and conductingbusiness out of state.

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Nolo’s Quick LLCall You Need to know about limited liability companiesby Attorney Anthony Mancuso :: 5th edition

Nolo’s Quick LLC provides essential information for small business ownersin all 50 states, explaining the advantages and drawbacks of forming alimited liability company (LLC).

The book covers who should—and shouldn’t—form an LLC, how to oper-ate an LLC easily, how to choose between a member-run or a manager-runLLC, LLCs compared to corporations, partnerships and sole proprietorships,how to keep tax obligations simple at the start, how to elect corporate taxtreatment and the ongoing legal and tax paperwork that’s required.

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Your Limited Liability Companyan Operating manualby Attorney Anthony Mancuso :: 5th edition

Your Limited Liability Company provides everything LLC owners needto maintain the legal validity of their company. It shows how to prepareminutes of meetings, record legal, tax & business decisions, handleformal recordkeeping, and maintain an LLC records book.

Over 80 documents that every LLC needs are included—minutes,written consents, checklists and ready-to-use resolutions—as tear-outsand on CD.

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Incorporate Your Businessa legal guide to Forming a corporation in Your stateby Attorney Anthony Mancuso :: 5th edition

Incorporate Your Business gives small business owners an overview of thedifferent legal structures a business can take while clearly explaining theadvantages, disadvantages and tax consequences of incorporation. Best ofall, the book guides the small business owner through the entire processof forming a corporation—form by form! When finished, the newlyincorporated business will enjoy unique tax benefits, limited liability,investment attraction and more.

Bylaws, minutes and sample articles are provided on the CD, while a50-state appendix lists corporate contact information for each state, plussummaries of each state’s laws.

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Form a PartnershipThe Complete Legal Guideby Attorneys Denis Clifford & Ralph Warner :: 8th Edition

Business partnerships have their own unique concerns. Form a Partnershipis an essential reference for anyone looking to start one. It explains thelegal and practical issues involved in legal partnerships, including finan-cial and tax liabilities, contributions, buyout agreements, admitting newpartners, what to do when a partner wants out, valuing assets—andmuch more.

A partnership agreement is provided as a tear-out and on CD.

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Business Buyout AgreementsA Step-by-Step Guide for Co-Ownersby Attorney Anthony Mancuso & Bethany K. Laurence, J.D. :: 4th Edition

Every business with two or more owners needs a kind of “premaritalagreement”—that is, a buyout agreement. Without one, anything canhappen if one of the owners wants out of the business, retires, goesthrough personal bankruptcy, wants to sell his shares to someone else,goes through a divorce, or dies.

This book—with CD—offers users a simplified approach to creating anagreement that protect interests and keeps the business safe.

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The Complete Guide to Buying a Businessby Attorney Fred S. Steingold :: 2nd Edition

About 750,000 businesses in the U.S. are sold to new owners every year.So it’s little wonder that buyers seek out The Complete Guide to Buyinga Business.

The book covers finding the right business, analyzing a seller’s data,negotiating a deal, preparing and signing a sales agreement, closing thepurchase, forming a business entity and limiting personal liability.

Readers will find all the forms they need on the CD, plus currentregulations and tax laws.

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The Complete Guide to Selling a Businessby Attorney Fred S. Steingold :: 3rd Edition

Selling a business involves tens (often hundreds) of thousands of dollars.But most owners haven’t had any experience selling a business. Turnthem to The Complete Guide to Selling a Business. They’ll find out how toget a business ready for sale, prepare a sales agreement, set a price, findthe right potential buyers, prepare and sign the paperwork, work withlawyers and tax professionals—and more.

The CD provides all the forms readers will need.

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EFFECTIVE FUNDRAISINGFOR NONPROFITSReal-World Strategies That Work

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Explains how to work withindividual donors, plan specialevents, solicit grants from founda-tions and corporations, get mediacoverage, use the Web to furtherfundraising goals and start a sidebusiness.

NONPROFIT MEETINGS, MINUTES& RECORDSHow to Run Your NonprofitCorporation So YouDon’t Run Into Trouble

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Step by step, this book walksreaders through calling meetings,appointing officers, taking minutes,making resolutions, voting onproposals, adjourning meetings,finding a tax advisor and more.

HOW TO FORM ANONPROFIT CORPORATION

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Readers will find clear instructions,plus all of the forms needed to applyfor federal 501(c)(3) tax exemption andqualify as a public charity with the IRS.The book shows how to prepare articlesof incorporation, write the bylaws of amembership or non-membership non-profit, fill in minutes for the organiza-tional meeting, understand state-specif-ic requirements, and much more.

EVERY NONPROFIT’S GUIDETO PUBLISHINGCreating Newsletters, Magazines& Websites People Will Read

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Covers every step in the publish-ing process while always keepingin mind the unique constraintsof a nonprofit. The CD providesessential forms, checklists,schedules and spreadsheets.

Starting & Buildinga Nonprofita practical guideby Peri H. Pakroo, J.D. :: 3rd edition

Over 30,000 nonprofit groups are formedevery year, and most “nonprofiteurs” coulduse help at every step. Starting & Building aNonprofit is exactly the book they need.

Filled with user-friendly and practical infor-mation to get up and running, it explains:

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• 501(c)(3) federal tax-exempt status

• how to hold board meetings

• how to draft contracts

• alternatives to nonprofit corporations

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THE CORPORATE RECORDSHANDBOOKMeetings, Minutes & Resolutions

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Failure to keep careful recordscan threaten the legal validity of acorporation and lead to IRS trou-bles. This book provides all theinformation and forms needed toprotect the business & personalassets. The CD provides 75 resolu-tion forms and minutes.

WORKING WITH INDEPENDENTCONTRACTORSThe Employer’s Legal Guide

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The book provides all the infor-mation readers need to properlyclassify workers, limit the risk ofan audit, create valid independentcontractor agreements, retainownership of intellectual propertyand more.

CONSULTANT & INDEPENDENTCONTRACTOR AGREEMENTS

attorney stephen Fishman6th ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 330 pagesillustrations, index, cicaisbN: 978-1-4133-0714-6$34.99 book with cd

This book helps readers geteverything in writing to avoidmisunderstandings, disputes andproblems with the IRS. It providesall the legal information, plain-English instructions and easy-to-use forms they’ll need to createa solid IC agreement.

NEGOTIATE THE BEST LEASEFOR YOUR BUSINESS

Janet portman & Fred s. steingold2nd ed, paper, 7 x 9, 400 pagesillustrations, index, lespisbN: 978-1-4133-0216-5$24.99

Learn how to determine the realcost of renting, choose and workwith a broker, deal with an experi-enced landlord, understand thelegal jargon, allocate the responsi-bility and cost of fixing up thespace, end a lease early and more.

STARTING & RUNNING A SUCCESSFULNEWSLETTER OR MAGAZINE

cheryl woodard5th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 416 pagesillustrations, index, magisbN: 978-1-4133-0523-4$29.99

This book covers raising start-upmoney, attracting the best help,choosing marketing strategies,creating a subscription base,building loyalty among readersand competing against the biggestadversaries.

MARKETING WITHOUT ADVERTISINGEasy Ways to Build a Business YourCustomers Will Love & Recommend

michael phillips & salli rasberry6th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 315 pagesillustrations, index, mwadisbN: 978-1-4133-0632-3$20.00

Readers will learn how to attractlong-term customers, improve cus-tomer service, encourage customerreferrals, plan effective and low-costmarketing events, form allianceswith other businesses and use theInternet effectively..

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THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TOFEDERAL EMPLOYMENT LAWS

amy delpo & lisa guerin2nd ed, paper, 7 x 9, 480 pagesillustrations, index, FempisbN: 978-1-4133-0889-1$44.99

A must-have for any HR profes-sional, this book addresses suchconcerns as which business typemust comply with each law, whateach law allows and prohibits,deadlines and record keepingrequirements, and much more.

THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TOFAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE

lisa guerin & deborah c. england2nd ed, paper, 7 x 9, 426 pagesillustrations, index, FmlaisbN: 978-1-4133-1033-7$49.99 book with cd

The Essential Guide to Family &Medical Leave provides all the state-by-state information and formsmanagers need to comply with theFMLA. The book answers vital ques-tions about everything from howone qualifies for family leave to howa company can minimize disrup-tions during an employee’s absence.

SMART POLICIES FORWORKPLACE TECHNOLOGIESEmail, Blogs, Cell Phones & More

attorney lisa guerinpaper, 7 x 9, 300 pagesillustrations, index, techisbN: 978-1-4133-0926-3$29.99 book with cd

This book shows employers how toimplement clear guidelines for Internetusage, email, software, instant messag-ing, blogging, PDAs and cell phones.Whether creating new policies orupdating existing ones, this book willhelp readers make their businesses safefor technology. Sample policies areincluded on the CD.

YOUR RIGHTS IN THE WORKPLACE

barbara kate repa, J.d.8th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 560 pagesillustrations, index, YrwisbN: 978-1-4133-0643-9$29.99

Everyone who works for someoneelse needs this plain-English book.It covers the gamut of workers’rights—getting hired, quitting,wages and hours, illegal firingsand layoffs, challenging a job loss,on-the-job safety and health,insurance and retirement, work-place testing, dress codes, harass-ment and discrimination.

Employer’s LegalHandbookby Fred S. Steingold :: 9th edition

New and changing laws affect every taskof the employer, from interviewing andhiring, to handling employee benefitsand firing. The Employer’s LegalHandbook shows readers how to complywith the most recent employment lawsand regulations, run a safe and fairworkplace, and avoid lawsuits.

It covers the entire spectrum of work-place issues including:

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• discrimination and harassmentprevention

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The book covers major amendments tothe Americans with Disabilities Act,implementation of the new GeneticInformation Nondiscrimination Act, andchanges to military rights leave laws.

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THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TOWORKPLACE INVESTIGATIONSHow to Handle EmployeeComplaints & Problems

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The Essential Guide to WorkplaceInvestigations shows how to investi-gate and resolve various complaints,including harassment, discrimina-tion, violence and employee theft.The CD provides forms, samplepolicies, checklists and more.

THE JOB DESCRIPTION HANDBOOK

margie mader-clark2nd ed, paper, 7 x 9, 256 pagesillustrations, index, JObisbN: 978-1-4133-0757-3$29.99 book with cd

The Job Description Handbookcovers the advantages of creatingjob descriptions, how to write agood job description, usingdescriptions to plan for futureneeds, how they can help withhiring and evaluations, legaltraps to avoid and how to“troubleshoot” a description.

HIRING YOUR FIRST EMPLOYEEA Step-by-Step Guide

attorney Fred s. steingoldpaper, 7 x 9, 300 pagesillustrations, index, hempisbN: 978-1-4133-0859-4$24.99

This tightly focused book canhelp anyone figure out if it’s theright to time to hire, determinecompensation, consider benefitsto offer, find and screen appli-cants, prepare the paperwork,maintain employee files, depositpayroll taxes, troubleshootproblems—and much more.

CREATE YOUR OWNEMPLOYEE HANDBOOKA Legal & Practical Guide

amy delpo & lisa guerin4th ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 393 pagesillustrations, index, emhaisbN: 978-1-4133-1029-0$49.99 book with cd

This resource provides policies,with detailed instructions, 50-stateinformation, and sample alterna-tives, on topics like wages andhours, time off, performance,safety, email and Internet useand much more.

THE PROGRESSIVEDISCIPLINE HANDBOOKSmart Strategies forCoaching Employees

mader-clark & guerinpaper, 7 x 9, 300 pagesillustrations, index, sdhbisbN: 978-1-4133-0561-6$34.99 book with cd

In today’s litigious world, managersmust ensure that when they disci-pline their employees, they do sofairly. The book shows readers howto identify an appropriate level ofdiscipline, deal with employees whendiscipline is necessary and more.

THE PERFORMANCEAPPRAISAL HANDBOOKLegal & Practical Rulesfor Managers

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Readers will learn how to writeand conduct effective appraisals,monitor employee performancesyear-round and prevent a poten-tial lawsuit stemming from anappraisal.

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Patent, Copyright & Trademarkan intellectual property desk referenceby Attorney Richard Stim :: 10th edition

Written for business people, inventors, writers and others who need tounderstand the terminology found in the laws of intellectual property(IP), this book provides the basics of patents, copyrights, trademarks andtrade secrets, explanations of the protections that each type offers, cleardefinitions of IP terminology and sample legal forms.

The book provides more than 25 new definitions and includes a sectionthat explains other IP concepts, such as the right of publicity, false adver-tising and licensing.

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Nolo’s Patents for Beginnersby Rich Stim :: 6th edition

Nolo’s Patents for Beginners is the concise primer and must-have referencefor anyone with an interest in patents, whether they be inventors, busi-ness people who must deal with and understand the law, academics,researchers or curious tinkerers.

In plain English, this book defines clearly and simply what a patent isand why patents are needed. Learn how to document an invention, con-duct a patent search, analyze disputes, avoid patent infringement, inter-pret international patent law, understand the patent application process.

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Patent Searching Made Easyhow to do patent searches on the internet andin the libraryby David Hitchcock :: 5th edition

Patent Searching Made Easy explains how to use an Internet browser toconduct a search on U.S. patents. Learn how to classify an inventionproperly and find all relevant patents issued within that class. Whetherbrowsing infant floatation devices or computerized pet toys, readers willfind out quickly whether they’re in the running to be the “first!”

Learn how to use fee-based online patent search services, search patentsin foreign countries, verify patent status, and more.

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The Inventor’s Notebooka Patent It Yourself companionFred Grissom & David Pressman :: 5th Edition

The best way to protect an invention is to keep good records. TheInventor’s Notebook helps users document the major steps that all success-ful creators must take: conceiving, building, testing, protecting, market-ing and financing an invention.

The Inventor’s Notebook provides everything readers need to documentevery aspect of their creation, including worksheets, forms and sampleagreements, step-by-step instructions and references to relevant areas ofpatent law.

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THE PUBLIC DOMAINHow to Find & Use Copyright-FreeWritings, Music, Art & More

attorney stephen Fishman4th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 425 pagesillustrations, index, publisbN: 978-1-4133-0858-7$34.99

This book is the definitive guideto the public domain. Featuringchapters on writings, music, art,photography, video, software andmuch more, The Public Domainshows readers how to recognizewhen a work is free for the taking.

THE COPYRIGHT HANDBOOKWhat Every Writer Needs to Know

attorney stephen Fishman10th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 435 pagesillustrations, index, cOhaisbN: 978-1-4133-0893-8$39.99 book with cd

This book shows readers how toregister a written work with thecopyright office, use a copyrightnotice, transfer ownership of a copy-right, avoid infringement, recognizean adapted or recast work, under-stand the “fair use” rule, protectworks on the Internet and registermultimedia works.

TRADEMARKLegal Care for Your Business& Product Name

attorneys stephen elias & richard stim8th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 384 pagesillustrations, index, trdisbN: 978-1-4133-0699-6$39.99

Trademark provides the most up-to-date information readers need todefend their marks, explaining howto choose distinctive trademarks,conduct a trademark search, register atrademark, resolve trademark disputesoutside the courtroom and understandissues affecting the Internet.

GETTING PERMISSIONHow to License & ClearCopyrighted MaterialsOnline & Off

attorney richard stim3rd ed, paper, 7 x 9, 464 pagesillustrations, index, riperisbN: 978-1-4133-0518-0$34.99 book with cd

Getting Permission shows readers whenthey need authorization for use of copy-righted materials, and how to get them.Comprehensive and easy to read, thebook covers the permissions process,the public domain, fair use, using atrademark—and more.

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Patent Savvyfor Managersspot & protect valuableinnovations in Your companyby Attorney Kirk Teska

When dealing with patents, the failureto protect new creations can have bigconsequences, including the loss of mil-lions of dollars—not to mention jobs.

Patent Savvy for Managers can helpreaders who deal with cutting-edgetechnologies understand exactly whenthey need to call in their attorneys.

Loaded with high-profile case studiesand fascinating court rulings, this book isan invaluable asset to engineers, scientists,small business owners—or anyone whosimply has an interest in patents!

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PROFIT FROM YOUR IDEAHow to Make Smart Licensing Deals

attorney richard stim6th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 448 pagesillustrations, index, liceisbN: 978-1-4133-0763-4$34.99 book with cd

Profit From Your Idea helps anyoneunderstand the licensing process,determine ownership rights, workwith agents effectively, find poten-tial licensees, show inventions whileprotecting his or her rights, negoti-ate a fair deal, draft a comprehen-sive agreement and deal with inter-national licensing.

HOW TO MAKE PATENT DRAWINGSA Patent It Yourself Companion

attorney richard stim5th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 256 pagesillustrations, index, drawisbN: 978-1-4133-0653-8$29.99

From the first step to the last, thisbook demystifies United StatesPatent and Trademark Office draw-ing standards and presents formaldrawing instructions for pen andruler, computer or camera. It alsolays out the best ways to respondto USPTO examinations.

ALL I NEED IS MONEYHow to Finance Your Invention

Jack landerpaper, 7 x 9, 208 pagesillustrations, index, FiNaisbN: 978-1-4133-0190-8$19.99

All I Need Is Money is packed withreal-world advice, tips and strate-gies that make finding sources offunding much more likely. It alsoprovides a sample model businessplan and prospectus, plus dozensof resources.

WHAT EVERY INVENTOR NEEDS TOKNOW ABOUT BUSINESS & TAXES

attorney stephen Fishman2nd ed, paper, 7 x 9, 384 pagesillustrations, index, ilaxisbN: 978-1-4133-0193-9$21.99 book with cd

Inventors must embrace basicbusiness principles if they hope togain anything from their creations.With this book, they’ll find outhow to set up their business, dealwith taxes and protect intellectualproperty rights. All the legal formsreaders need are included on CD.

Legal Guide toWeb & SoftwareDevelopmentby Attorney Stephen Fishman5th Edition

Legal Guide to Web & SoftwareDevelopment is the legal salvationof software programmers and webdevelopers, covering everything theyneed to know about:

• copyrights and trademarks

• trade secrets and patent protection

• employees and independentcontractors

• permission, disclosuresand notices

• development and publishingagreements

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The 5th edition includes currentcase law and statutory revisions.

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Every Landlord’s Guide to Finding Great Tenantsby Attorney Janet Portman :: 2nd edition

Find the best tenants and protect your bottom line! With Every Landlord’sGuide to Finding Great Tenants, readers will learn how to attract, screenand choose the best renters possible while following fair following housinglaws. It covers effective advertising and presentation of the unit, how toevaluate applications, how to read credit reports and question references,and more.

The book covers the latest changes in the laws that govern verification ofimmigration status and criminal records. The CD provides forms andchecklists as well as audio dialogues that demonstrate how to interviewprospects.

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First-Time Landlordrenting out a single-Family homeby Attorney Janet Portman, Marcia Stewart & Michael Molinski

Nearly one in five homeowners never intend to rent out their residences,becoming landlords by default rather than by design. Needless to say, manyaccidental landlords don’t know the first thing—practical or legal—aboutrenting out a house or condo.

Turn overwhelmed readers to First-Time Landlord. No matter their situa-tion, they’ll find the information they need to be effective, make a profitand follow the law. It covers landlording with family or friends, balanc-ing a day job with landlording, attracting and choosing tenants, leasesand rental agreements, taxes and cash-flow issues, repairs and mainte-nance, legal trouble, dealing with bad tenants and more.

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Every Landlord’s Legal Guideby Marcia Stewart and Attorneys Ralph Warner & Janet Portman :: 9th Edition

Every Landlord’s Legal Guide is the nation’s premier “all in one” resourcefor residential landlords and property managers, providing the legal andpractical information they need to be successful and avoid trouble.

It covers how to screen and choose tenants, complete the included rentalagreement or lease, hire a property manager, deal with problem tenants,understand repair, maintenance and security responsibilities, avoidsecurity deposit disputes—and much more

Every Landlord’s Legal Guide provides 50-state legal charts, plus legalforms as tear-outs and on CD.

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Every Landlord’s Property Protection Guide10 Ways to Cut Your Risk Nowby Attorney Ron Leshnower

Every Landlord’s Property Protection Guide can help landlords fixproblems before they start.

The book tackles 10 steps landlords should take to cover their bases,including getting the right insurance, removing hazards, lowering therisk of crime, staying on good terms with the IRS—and more.

Each chapter features real-life “It Won’t Happen To You” stories fromthose who learned their lessons the hard way. Plus: Nolo’s powerfulLeaseWriter Plus software is included—it makes creating solid leasesor rental agreements a snap!

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NOLO’S ESSENTIAL GUIDE TOBUYING YOUR FIRST HOME

ilona bray, alayna schroeder &marcia stewart2nd ed, paper, 7 x 9, 400 pagesillustrations, index, htbhisbN: 978-1-4133-0935-5$24.99 book with cd

Shaped by a national advisory boardof real estate professionals, this bookhelps readers strike the best deal onthat house, condo or co-op purchase,making the job more efficient andrewarding in the process. It explainshow to perform a thorough propertyinspection, make an attractive offer,close the deal, and more.

BUYING A SECOND HOMEIncome, Getaway or Retirement

craig venezia2nd ed, paper, 7 x 9, 384 pagesillustrations, index, scNdisbN: 978-1-4133-0925-6$24.99 book with cd

With prices down, millions ofinvestors, vacationers and the soon-to-be retired are in search of secondhomes. This book provides the scoopon how much a second home willtruly cost, whether fixer-uppers areworth the expense and effort, downpayments and closing costs, choosinga mortgage, and more.

THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE FORFIRST-TIME HOMEOWNERSMaximize Your Investment &Enjoy Your New Home

ilona bray & alayna schroederpaper, 6 x 9, 200 pagesillustrations, index, usOwNisbN: 978-1-4133-0895-2$19.99

For first-time buyers who find themselveswondering,“What’s next?,”this bookoffers critical advice, helpful remindersand fun tips. It covers mortgages &refinancing, maintenance & repairs,tax breaks, hiring contractors and more.A sample budget, handy charts andUSA TODAY Snapshots® are included.

SAVING THE FAMILY COTTAGEA Guide to Succession Planning for YourCottage, Cabin, Camp or Vacation Home

stuart J. hollander and david s. Fry,and rose hollander3rd ed, paper, 6 x 9, 250 pagesillustrations, index, cOttisbN: 978-1-4133-1034-4$29.99

The authors demonstrate how toincorporate succession planning fora vacation home into an estate plan,and give practical advice on mattersthat arise in shared ownership, includ-ing how to choose the right legalentity for your cottage, how to rentthe cottage and much more.

Selling Your Housein a Tough Market10 strategies that workby Ilona Bray and Alayna Schroeder

Selling Your House in a Tough Marketoffers practical and legal information forthose who are trying to sell a house orcondo in a down market (perhaps due tochange in employment, a growing house-hold, or financial troubles) and are feelingtrapped.

With practical, timely tips and insightsfrom real estate agents, home stagers, andother experts, this book provides 10 solidstrategies for homeowners who need tosell quickly while maximizing theirreturn. It covers knowing the market anddetermining the right price, hiring andworking with the best real estate agent,how to market and set your house apartfrom the pack, ways to ride out the mar-ket without selling, including renting andlease options, successfully negotiatingwith skittish buyers—and much more.

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A LEGAL GUIDE FOR LESBIAN &GAY COUPLES

attorneys denis clifford, Frederick hertz& emily doskow14th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 272 pagesillustrations, index, lgisbN: 978-1-4133-0629-3$34.99 book with cd

This practical guide shows lesbiansand gay men how to obtain domes-tic-partner benefits, plan for medicalemergencies, buy property together,provide for each other at death,understand the practical and legalaspects of having and raising chil-dren and more.

PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTSHow to Write a Fair & Lasting Contract

katherine e. stoner & shae irving, J.d3rd ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 320 pagesillustrations, index, pNupisbN: 978-1-4133-0715-3$34.99 book with cd

Prenuptial Agreements not onlymakes it easy to create a validcontract—it makes a potentiallytouchy subject much easier to dealwith. It explains the basics ofprenuptials, whether a prenup isright for the reader, what to includein a prenup, putting together adraft agreement and much more.

LIVING TOGETHERA Legal Guide for Unmarried Couples

attorneys ralph warner, toni ihara &Frederick hertz14th ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 272 pagesillustrations, index, ltkisbN: 978-1-4133-0755-9$34.99 book with cd

An essential resource for unmarriedpartners, Living Together explainsthe laws behind living together, themany types of ownership agree-ments, naming, legitimizing andraising children, relationships with aprior family and getting authoriza-tion to make medical decisions.

NEIGHBOR LAWFences, Trees, Boundaries & Noise

attorneys cora Jordan & emily doskow6th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 368 pagesillustrations, index, NeiisbN: 978-1-4133-0751-1$29.99

In Nolo’s hallmark plain-Englishstyle, Neighbor Law shows yourreaders how to handle waterissues, such as runoff and flood-ing, trees that hang over a proper-ty line, noisy neighbors, blockedviews, dilapidated fences, issueswith neighboring businesses andmany other problems.

Making It Legala guide to same-sex marriage,domestic partnerships &civil unionsby Frederick Hertz with Emily Doskow

Authored by Frederick Hertz, a nationallyrecognized expert in same-sex relationshiplaw, Making It Legal offers lesbians and gaymen a comprehensive review of all of theissues that influence the decision to marry.It helps the reader navigate the complexityof same-sex laws and understand thenewest legal options, while providing prac-tical guidance on how to make one of themost important decisions in one’s lifetime.

Making It Legal provides a thoroughdiscussion of the factors involved in thepersonal decision to marry, along with theissues that every married couple may face,including what is the effect of discrimina-tory laws on your relationship, is a prenup-tial agreement advisable and what does itinvolve, how to evaluate the effect of taxeson shared lives, when is a will or trustneeded, what are the special needs ofcouples with kids, when to turn toprofessionals for help—and more.

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LONG-TERM CAREHow to Plan & Pay for It

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Finding the right kind of long-termcare in the right place often requiresmaking difficult decisions. Long-Term Care covers evaluating long-term care insurance, arranging homecare, finding a non-nursing facility,choosing a nursing home, gettingthe most out of Medicare andMedicaid, and protecting assets.

NOLO’S IEP GUIDE: LEARNING DISABILITIES

attorney lawrence m. siegel4th ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 464 pagesillustrations, index, ieldisbN: 978-1-4133-0939-3$34.99

This book walks readers through theIndividual Education Program process,providing all the instructions, sugges-tions, resources and forms needed tounderstand the special-education system.

The CompleteIEP Guidehow to advocate forYour special ed childby Attorney Lawrence M. Siegel6th edition

The Individualized EducationProgram (IEP) helps assure that everychild with special needs receives anappropriate education—and TheComplete IEP Guide is the book par-ents need to make sure their childrenget everything they need. It coverseligibility rules and assessments,creating annual goals, pinpointingspecific problems, developing aneducational blueprint, preparing formeetings, resolving disputes withschool districts—and much more.

Reflecting the latest laws and courtdecisions, the 6th edition provides allthe forms, sample letters and resourcesthat readers need at any stage of theIEP process.

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PARENT SAVVYStraight Answers to Your Family’sFinancial, Legal & Practical Questions

attorney Nihara choudhripaper, 7 x 9, 432 pagesillustrations, index, prNtisbN: 978-1-4133-0368-1$19.99

Comprehensive and easy to use,Parent Savvy shows readers how tosave for their child’s education, findthe right child care, take advantageof workplace rights, identify taxcredits, choose a guardian, write awill—and much more.

ALWAYS DADBeing a Great Father During &After Divorce

paul mandelsteinpaper, 7 x 9, 288 pagesillustrations, index, diFaisbN: 978-1-4133-0495-4$16.99

Always Dad covers creating a newhome, developing new expectations,being a non-custodial dad, commu-nicating with the ex, resolving legalissues, addressing kids’ long-termneeds, working out holidays andbirthdays, dating and remarriageand more.

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BUILDING A PARENTINGAGREEMENT THAT WORKSHow to Put Your Kids First WhenYour Marriage Doesn’t Last

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This book presents a step-by-stepmethod for overcoming obstaclesand putting together a parentingagreement during and after divorce.

“Excellent, empowering,and complete with forms.”

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DIVORCE WITHOUT COURTA Guide to Mediation &Collaborative Divorce

attorney-mediator katherine e. stoner2nd ed, paper, 7 x 9, 402 pagesillustrations, index, dwctisbN: 978-1-4133-1032-0$34.99

Couples ending their marriages cansave money, time and heartache byskipping court and choosing media-tion or “collaborative divorce.”Divorce Without Court explains howboth methods work, how to conductoneself in either, how to get anagreement in writing—and more.

DIVORCE & MONEYHow to Make the Best FinancialDecisions During Divorce

attorney violet woodhouse, cFp, withdale Fetherling9th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 300 pagesillustrations, index, dimOisbN: 978-1-4133-0918-8$34.99

Divorce & Money guides readersthrough the complicated process ofsorting out finances during divorce.It covers how to determine the realvalue of the house, investments andother property, divide debts, setalimony and child support and nego-tiate a complete and fair settlement.

A JUDGE’S GUIDE TO DIVORCEUncommon Advice From the Bench

Judge roderic duncanpaper, 7 x 9, 250 pagesillustrations, index, JdivisbN: 978-1-4133-0568-5$24.99 book with cd

A Judge’s Guide to Divorce com-bines legal and practical mattersinto an easy-to-read book. Itoffers tried-and-true advice onmatters that involve staying out ofdivorce court, not hiding moneyor assets, alimony (and why fight-ing it wastes time), settling visita-tion issues sanely, and more.

Nolo’s EssentialGuide to Divorceby Attorney Emily Doskow :: 2nd Edition

The average contested divorce can cost$50,000 in attorney fees. But it needn’tbe so expensive—and with Nolo’s EssentialGuide to Divorce, it won’t.

With compassion and understanding, thisbook helps readers understand the entireprocess. They’ll find out how to:

• work with mediators or lawyers

• avoid expensive (and painful) court battles

• deal with alimony

• divide money and property fairly

• establish child custody, visitation andsupport

• draft a marital settlement agreement

• deal with divorce emergencies

• address post-divorce issues

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The book covers the laws and resources ofall 50 states and includes a special chapteron divorce for couples in the military.

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HOW TO WIN YOUR PERSONALINJURY CLAIM

attorney Joseph l. matthews7th ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 289 pagesillustrations, index, piclisbN: 978-1-4133-1016-0$34.99

Armed with the right information,anyone can tackle a personal injuryclaim without a lawyer. This bookshows readers how to evaluate theworth of a claim, protect theirrights after an accident, avoidinsurance company runaroundsand more.

EVERYBODY’S GUIDE TOSMALL CLAIMS COURT

attorney ralph warner12th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 464 pagesillustrations, index, NsccisbN: 978-1-4133-0762-7$29.99

With insights from judges and com-missioners who hear cases, this booktakes readers through the process ofpreparing evidence, presenting aconvincing case in court and col-lecting their money. It also showsthem how to gauge the strengthof a case, serve papers, mediate orsettle a case, and more.

BEAT YOUR TICKETGo to Court & Win

attorney david brown5th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 272 pagesillustrations, index, beYtisbN: 978-1-4133-0698-9$21.99

This book covers speeding, radarand laser tickets, rolling stops,illegal turns and lane changes,cruising through red lights, howto prepare for court, how tomake a winning presentation andhow to cross-examine the ticket-ing officer.

NOLO’S DEPOSITION HANDBOOK

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Nolo’s Deposition Handbookprovides all of the essential infor-mation for readers who musteither conduct or face a deposi-tion. It explains how to arrangea convenient date, prepare forthe deposition, ask the rightquestions & respond with confi-dence, and more.

Represent Yourselfin Courthow to prepare & try awinning caseby Attorneys Paul Bergman &Sara J. Berman :: 6th Edition

Represent Yourself in Court providesthe legal lowdown on how to handlea civil court case from start to finish.Readers learn how to:

• analyze whether they have a case

• pick a jury

• line up persuasive witnesses

• make an opening statement

• present testimony in court

• cross-examine opponents

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It also covers divorce and bankruptcycourt processes.

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EVERY TENANT’S LEGAL GUIDE

attorney Janet portman & marcia stewart6th ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 447 pagesillustrations, index, evteNisbN: 978-1-4133-1015-3$34.99

This book provides the legal andpractical information that renters inevery state need to deal with theirlandlords, other tenants and protecttheir rights when things go wrong.

“Virtually every book from Nolocan be highly recommendedwithout reservations. This book isno exception.” –CHICAGO TRIBUNE

RENTERS’ RIGHTS: THE BASICS

attorney Janet portman & marcia stewart6th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 275 pagesillustrations, index, reNtisbN: 978-1-4133-0938-6$24.99

Covers tenants’ rights in all 50states. Filled with practical andlegal information, this book dis-cusses leases & rental agreements,discrimination, privacy, securitydeposits, repairs and roommates—and all in plain-English.

NOLO’S PLAIN ENGLISH LAWDICTIONARY

editors of Nolo & gerald & kathleen hillpaper, 7 x 9, 400 pagesillustrations, index, dictisbN: 978-1-4133-1037-5$29.99

As the nation’s oldest and mostrespected provider of legal informa-tion for consumers and small busi-nesses, Nolo now offers everyonewhose work or life is touched by thelaw a complete and up-to-date legaldictionary that includes nearly 4,000legal terms defined in everyday,understandable language.

NOLO’S ENCYCLOPEDIAOF EVERYDAY LAWAnswers to Your Most FrequentlyAsked Legal Questions

edited by shae irving, J.d. andthe editors of Nolo7th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 512 pagesillustrations, index, evlisbN: 978-1-4133-0560-9$29.99

Written by Nolo’s expert team ofattorneys, this book provides conciseanswers to hundreds of the most fre-quently asked legal questions abouteveryday issues, from divorce toworkplace issues, to social securityand adoption.

EVERY DOG’S LEGAL GUIDEA Must-Have Book for Your Owner

mary randolph, J.d.6th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 336 pagesillustrations, index, dOgisbN: 978-1-4133-0703-0$19.99

Whether you own a dog or justlive near one, you should knowyour rights and responsibilities.

This book nearly covers it all:biting and barking; leash require-ments; wills and trusts; guide andservice dogs; restrictions on dan-gerous dogs; cruelty and more.

YOUR LITTLE LEGAL COMPANIONHelpful Advice for Life’s Big Events

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With witty presentation and charm-ing prose, this little book is filledwith quick quips and on-the-spotadvice, showing readers how to handlethose big (or not-so-big) moments,such as starting a new job, taking thatdream trip, surviving a natural disas-ter, having a child—plus over 40other life events.

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BECOMING A U.S. CITIZENA Guide to the Law, Exam& Interview

ilona bray, J.d. :: 4th editionpaper, 7 x 9, 300 pagesillustrations, index, uscitisbN: 978-1-4133-0896-9$24.99

Takes readers through the pathfrom green card to citizenship,including filling out the appli-cation forms and documents,studying for the citizenship exam,preparing for the interview, deal-ing with delays, and enjoyingthe benefits of citizenship.

FIANCÉ & MARRIAGE VISASA Couple’s Guide toU.S. Immigration

ilona bray, J.d. :: 5th editionpaper, 8.5 x 11, 500 pagesillustrations, index, imarisbN: 978-1-4133-0890-7$34.99

The book demystifies theimmigration process, providesstrategies for speeding up thebureaucracy, gives tips onpreventing charges of marriagefraud and provides instructionsfor each step.

HOW TO GET A GREEN CARD

ilona bray, J.d. & loida N. lewis, J.d.8th editionpaper, 8.5 x 11, 415 pagesillustrations, index, grNisbN: 978-1-4133-0852-5$29.99

Readers find out how to preparedocuments, work with the bureau-cracy, deal with inevitable obstaclesand—finally—get a green cardthrough parents, siblings, adultchildren, spouses, fiancés, greencard lotteries, political asylum orrefugee status, and more.

STUDENT & TOURIST VISASHow to Come to the U.S.

ilona bray, J.d. & attorney richard a. boswellpaper, 8.5 x 11, 304 pagesillustrations, index, istuisbN: 978-0-87337-789-8$29.99

Step by step, this book discusses theapplication process for those whowant to come to the U.S. and thosewho are already here. It also coversimportant issues for using and enjoy-ing one’s visa, such as how to transferschools, get a work permit, get anextension and more.

U.S. ImmigrationMade Easyby Ilona Bray, J.D., with AttorneysJeptha Evans & Ruby Lieberman14th edition

U.S. Immigration Made Easy explainshow the immigration system works andshows readers how to determinewhether they’ll qualify for:

• work visas

• refugee or asylum status

• student visas

• green cards

—and more.

The book also shows readers where tofind the latest forms they need online,and provides step-by-step instructionsfor filling them out.

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IRAs, 401(k)s, & Other Retirement Planstaking Your money Outby Twila Slesnick, Ph.D., Enrolled Agent, & Attorney John C. Suttle, CPA9th edition

IRAs, 401(k)s & Other Retirement Plans can help the millions of Americanswho are approaching retirement, retiring early, changing jobs, wonderinghow to handle an inherited plan, or borrowing money from a retirementplan—at any age—whether they’re wanting to buy a house or just look-ing for extra cash to help them through the economic crisis. The bookcovers: when to take money out; tax strategies before and at the age ofretirement; penalties for drawing money out early and how to reduce oravoid them, and distributions to heirs.

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Social Security, Medicare & GovernmentPensionsget the most Out of Your retirement & medical benefitsby Attorney Joseph L. Matthews, with Dorothy Matthews-Berman14th edition

Social Security, Medicare & Government Pensions is a concise guide thattakes readers through the bureaucracy that separates them from theirslice of the pie. The book covers Social Security retirement and disabilitybenefits, Supplemental Security Income, Civil Service retirement bene-fits, Medicare, Medicaid and Medigap insurance, veterans benefits—and more.

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Nolo’s Guide to Social Security DisabilityGetting & Keeping Your Benefitsby David A. Morton III, M.D. :: 4th Edition

Nolo’s Guide to Social Security Disability thoroughly explains whatSocial Security disability offers, what benefits are available to disabledchildren, how to prove a disability, how age, education and workexperience affect benefits, whether or not one can work while receiv-ing benefits, how to appeal a denial of benefits and how to respondto a Continuing Disability Review.

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Nolo’s Essential Retirement Tax GuideYour health, home, investments & moreby Twila Slesnick, Enrolled Agent & Attorney John C. Suttle, CPA

When you retire, your potential tax deductions change considerably—just ask the millions of Baby Boomers facing retirement! That’s why it’sso important to stock Nolo’s Essential Retirement Tax Guide.

Step by step, this book illustrates tax benefits for particular scenarios,such as doing volunteer work, increased medical expenses, buying a boat,RV or second home, making charitable donations, paying for a grand-child’s education, living off your investments, selling or renting out ahome, starting a business and giving financial help to family.

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Retire Happywhat You can do NOw to guarantee a great retirementby Richard Stim & Ralph Warner

All too often, people worry too much about not having enough moneyto retire well. Retire Happy provides the perspective everyone stressingabout money needs. It includes the financial information future retireesseek—after all, a sensible financial plan is key to a relaxed retirement.

But retirement satisfaction isn’t just about wealth. Retire Happy includesimportant information about maintaining and creating relationships,keeping healthy and active, and exploring personal interests.

The book features excerpts from interviews with retirees and USA TODAYarticles, as well as the popular USA TODAY infographics.

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Retire—And Start Your Own BusinessFive steps to successby Dennis J. Sargent & Martha S. Sargent

Packed with practical information and hands-on tools, Retire—And StartYour Own Business shows readers how to take stock of their skills andexperience, evaluate time and money restraints, generate business ideas,perform five “reality checks” on the best idea, prepare to launch a busi-ness—and more.

The book provides 80 exercises that help retirees figure everything out.The CD also provides six Excel spreadsheets, plus additional worksheetsand lessons not included in the book.

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Work Less, Live MoreThe Way to Semi-Retirementby Bob Clyatt :: 2nd Edition

Many people caught in the rat race can plan for “early semi-retire-ment”—that is, work fewer hours and enjoy their lives more. Work Less,Live More shows them how!

Written by Bob Clyatt, who achieved semi-retirement at age 42, thebook guides readers through a sensible spending plan, a rational invest-ing method based on Nobel Prize-winning research, and a lifelongwithdrawal-rate system.

The book addresses health care issues, and focuses on readers of anyage—especially “late bloomers” who may feel they’re way behind.

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The Work Less, Live More WorkbookGet Ready for Semi-Retirementby Bob Clyatt

Millions of people already have the financial means to semi-retire today—they just need The Work Less, Live More Workbook, which provides theguidance and financial tools they need to crunch the numbers.

It’s an efficient and easy-to-use planning tool, whether it’s read independ-ently or with the original book. A CD provides spreadsheets, calculatorsand exercises.

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ESTATE PLANNING FOR BLENDEDFAMILIESProviding for Your Spouse &Children in a Second Marriage

attorney richard e. barnespaper, 7 x 9, 250 pagesillustrations, index, smarisbN: 978-1-4133-1018-4$34.99

Estate Planning for Blended Familiescovers identifying goals and concerns,planning for children and stepchildren,estate and gift taxes in a second mar-riage, choosing executors and trustees,working with lawyers, financial plan-ners and other experts—and more.

GET IT TOGETHEROrganize Your Records SoYour Family Won’t Have To

melanie cullen with shae irving, J.d.3rd ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 400 pagesillustrations, index, getisbN: 978-1-4133-0909-6$21.99 book with cd

Readers and their survivors willbe able to quickly find instruc-tions for survivors, estate planningdocuments, employment records,insurance policies, tax records,retirement accounts, real estaterecords and much more.

THE BUSY FAMILY’S GUIDE TOESTATE PLANNING10 Steps to Peace of Mind

attorney liza weiman hankspaper, 7 x 9, 250 pagesillustrations, index, FamisbN: 978-1-4133-0634-7$24.99 book with cd

This slim volume sets out aplan that shows readers what’scrucial and what can wait untillater. It speaks to real-worldconcerns, such as writing a will,choosing a guardian, how muchlife insurance to get, picking anexecutor, estate taxes and more.

The Executor’s Guidesettling a loved One’sestate or trustby Mary Randolph, J.D. :: 3rd Edition

Nearly 2.5 million Americans die everyyear. In every instance, someone—usuallya family member or friend—must step inand wrap up the financial affairs of thedeceased.

The Executor’s Guide covers the mattersthat crop up after death, helping peoplewho have to settle estates and trusts duringa confusing time. In particular, it covers:

• becoming an executor

• the first steps of settling an estate

• how to claim benefits

• how to make sense of a will

• what to do if there is no will

• caring for children,

• Taxes

• dealing with probate

• handling trusts

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“Covers the gamut ofestate chores and helpsyou get through them.”–KIPLINGER’S RETIREMENT REPORT

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SPECIAL NEEDS TRUSTSProtect Your Child’s Financial Future

attorney stephen elias3rd ed, paper, 7 x 9, 260 pagesprev. isbN: 978-1-4133-0630-9illustrations, index, spNtisbN: 978-1-4133-1017-7$34.99 book with cd

With this book’s plain Englishinformation, instructions andforms, anyone can create aspecial needs trust to provide amore fulfilling life for a lovedone—without jeopardizingbenefits.

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Plan Your EstateBy Attorneys Denis Clifford & Cora Jordan :: 9th Edition

Plan Your Estate untangles the complexities and jargon of estateplanning, clearly covering everything from basic wills to sophisti-cated tax-saving strategies. Readers with estates of all sizes willbenefit from this book. It demystifies wills, living trusts, disclaimertrusts, probate avoidance, living wills, estate-tax saving trusts,funerals and burials, charitable trusts, durable powers of attorneyand much more.

Valid in every state except Louisiana.

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Make Your Own Living Trustby Attorney Denis Clifford :: 9th edition

A living trust lets people leave their proper-ty to loved ones, without the hassle of pro-bate court proceedings. Make Your OwnLiving Trust clearly explains how livingtrusts work, which kind of living trust touse, how to create a living trust, how totransfer property to a trust, how to amendor revoke a trust at any time.

It provides all the forms and instructionsnecessary—as tear-outs and on CD—to cre-ate a basic living trust, AB trust (bypasstrust) and backup will.

Valid in every state except Louisiana.

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Quick & Legal Will Bookby Attorney Denis Clifford :: 5th Edition

Quick & Legal Will Book helps readersmake their own simple and valid will,without seeing a lawyer. Written in clearand jargon-free language, it guides anyonethrough the process step by step, with aminimum of fuss.

The book covers choosing beneficiaries,dealing with property, selecting an execu-tor, completing a valid will and more.

Quick & Legal Will Book lets readerschoose from several will forms and pro-vides complete instructions on getting thejob done. It’s presented in an easy-to-useformat, with all the forms and worksheetsincluded as tear-outs and on CD.

Valid in every state except Louisiana.

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8 Ways to Avoid Probateby Mary Randolph, J.D. :: 7th Edition

Many people have heard they shouldavoid probate, to save their familiesmoney and legal hassles later—but theyoften don’t know where to start.

This book shows them how. It detailseasy-to-use strategies to avoiding theprobate money pit, including setting uppayable-on-death bank accounts, naminga beneficiary for retirement accounts,holding property in joint ownership,creating a living trust and givingproperty away now.

50-state legal tables are provided, alongwith the most current federal estate/gifttax rules and new IRS rules for inheritedIRAs and 401(k)s.

Valid in every state except Louisiana.

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THE BUSY FAMILY’S GUIDE TO MONEY

usa tOdaY money experts sandra block,kathy chu & John waggonerpaper, 6 x 9, 304 pagesillustrations, index, usmONYisbN: 978-1-4133-0836-5$19.99

Drawing on the experience andinsights of respected USA TODAYcolumnists and reporters, this con-cise book covers how to maximizeincome, figure children into thehousehold budget, get a handle onmedical expenses, handle major one-time expenses—and much more.

STAND UP TO THE IRS

attorney Frederick w. daily10th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 416 pagesillustrations, index, sirsisbN: 978-1-4133-0922-5$34.99

Written by an author with 35years’ experience in tax law, StandUp to the IRS covers how to filedelinquent tax returns, settle taxbills for pennies on the dollar, pro-tect assets, appeal an auditor’s deci-sion—and much more. Everythingreaders need to know if they runinto trouble with the IRS!

EASY WAYS TO LOWER YOUR TAXESSimple Strategies Every TaxpayerShould Know

sandra block & attorney stephen Fishmanpaper, 6 x 9, 250 pagesillustrations, index, uslOtxisbN: 978-1-4133-0913-3$19.99

Easy Ways to Lower Your Taxes pro-vides useful insights and legitimatetactics that many people can use tolower their tax bills. It explains howto boost tax-free income, get a lowertax rate, defer paying taxes, makethe most of deductions, take advan-tage of exemptions and more.

SURVIVING AN IRS TAX AUDIT

attorney Frederick w. dailypaper, 7 x 9, 272 pagesillustrations, index, saudisbN: 978-0-87337-537-5$24.95

With material pulled directlyfrom IRS training manuals,Surviving an IRS Tax Audit pro-vides a profile of people mostlikely to be audited and discusseswhether or not the IRS can lookat a person’s “lifestyle” during anaudit. The book also suggestssteps to take when an unreason-able auditor goes too far.

The Sharing Solutionhow to save money, simplifyYour life & build communityby Janelle Orsi and Emily Doskow

From housing and childcare to cars andhousehold goods, many people are motivat-ed to share resources but don’t know how—or where—to start. The Sharing Solution isa practical and legal guidebook designed tohelp people create and maintain successfulsharing arrangements while addressingcommon concerns about liability andindividual security.

Who can benefit from sharing? Busyparents looking for help with meals, childcare or pet care. Neighbors interested intaking advantage of bulk buying of goodsand supplies. Retirees who are looking toshare needed services. Anyone who wishesto purchase property but can’t afford asingle-family home. Homeowners whowant to accomplish repairs through aneighborhood home improvement group.

Whether you share a lawnmower or a build-ing, The Sharing Solution provides the toolsyou need to make your arrangement work.

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Credit Repairby Robin Leonard & Attorney John Lamb :: 9th edition

In these times of tightening credit markets and economic anxiety,a bad credit report can prevent someone from getting a mortgage,car loan, credit card, or apartment. Fortunately, the sensible strate-gies in Credit Repair can help readers take control and clean uptheir credit report.

This bestselling book shows how to decipher a credit report,create a realistic spending plan, negotiate with credit bureaus,build a solid credit history, avoid scams, detect (and fix!) errorsand outdated information on reports, and much more.

The 9th edition provides new information on identity theft issuesas well as changes in the consumer credit reporting business, and

includes an explanation of sample credit reports from the major credit bureaus, plus resources to turnto for additional help. Readers will find all the forms they need on the book’s CD.

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“A helpful guide for peoplewho have sunk into debt, thebook offers ideas for settingup a budget and repairingcredit history.”–WASHINGTON TIMES

Solve Your Money Troublesdebt, credit & bankruptcyby Robin Leonard & Attorney MargaretReiter :: 12th edition

Solve Your Money Troubles provides bothlegal and practical strategies to help readersget out of debt and make a fresh start.Particularly valuable in today’s economy,the book shows readers how to prioritizedebts, negotiate with creditors, stop collec-tor harassment, rebuild credit, create andmanage a realistic budget and much more.

The 12th edition provides the latest infor-mation on new consumer protections,as well as an updated discussion aboutmanaging money.

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The New Bankruptcywill it work For You?by Attorney Stephen Elias :: 3rd edition

As the economic climate continues to wors-en, more and more people need basic infor-mation that will help them determine howto handle their debt.

Filled with clear-cut answers, The NewBankruptcy covers the full scope of issuesa potential bankruptcy filer faces, such aswhether bankruptcy is the right solution,which debts can be wiped out, how bank-ruptcy affects home ownership and credit,alternatives to bankruptcy, and more.

The book also provides worksheets,checklists and sample forms, plus legalcharts for all 50 states.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS /personal Finance / bankruptcy

Stopping Identity Theft10 easy steps to securityby Scott Mitic

Over 100 million Americans have becomevictims of identity theft. Why? Victimsrarely spot signs of trouble until after theirbank accounts have been emptied.

Stopping Identity Theft offers 10 concretestrategies to help prevent the theft of per-sonal information. It covers how to: scruti-nize credit reports; keep a secure onlinepresence; prevent medical ID theft; shopsafely (online and off ); protect theidentities of kids and elders—and more.

The book features excerpts of USA TODAYarticles along with charts, resources andthe ever-popular USA TODAY Snapshots.

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STOPPING IDENTITY THEFT10 Easy Steps to Securityscott miticpaper, 6 x 9, 250 pagesillustrations, index, usidtisbN: 978-1-4133-0956-0$19.99 (details on page 39)

THE WORK FROM HOMEHANDBOOKFlex Your Time, Improve Your Lifediana Fitzpatrick & stephen Fishmanpaper, 6 x 9, 151 pagesillustrations, index, ushOmisbN: 978-1-4133-0701-6$19.99 (details on page 32)

THE BUSY FAMILY’SGUIDE TO MONEYusa tOdaY money experts sandrablock, kathy chu & John waggonerpaper, 6 x 9, 304 pagesillustrations, index, usmONYisbN: 978-1-4133-0836-5$19.99 (details on page 38)

RETIRE HAPPYWhat You Can Do Now toGuarantee a Great Retirementrichard stim & ralph warnerpaper, 6 x 9, 264 pagesillustrations, index, usrichisbN: 978-1-4133-0835-8$19.99 (details on page 34)

FIRST-TIME LANDLORDYour Guide to Renting outa Single-Family Homeattorney Janet portman, marciastewart & michael molinskipaper, 6 x 9, 250 pagesillustrations, index, usFtlisbN: 978-1-4133-0911-9$19.99 (details on page 26)

EASY WAYS TO LOWER YOUR TAXESSimple Strategies Every TaxpayerShould Knowsandra block & attorney stephen Fishmanpaper, 6 x 9, 250 pagesillustrations, index, uslOtxisbN: 978-1-4133-0913-3$19.99 (details on page 38)

THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE FORFIRST-TIME HOMEOWNERSMaximize Your Investment &Enjoy Your New Homeilona bray & alayna schroederpaper, 6 x 9, 200 pagesillustrations, index, usOwNisbN: 978-1-4133-0895-2$19.99 (details on page 27)

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RUNNING A SIDE BUSINESSWhen One Source of IncomeJust Isn’t Enoughattorney rich stim and lisa guerinpaper, 6 x 9, 200 pagesillustrations, index, ussideisbN: 978-1-4133-1067-2$21.99 (details on page 4)

THE MOM’S GUIDE TOWILLS & ESTATE PLANNINGliza weiman hankspaper, 6 x 9, 200 pagesillustrations, index, usFamisbN: 978-1-4133-1071-9$21.99 (details on page 4)

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HOW TO FORM A NONPROFITCORPORATION IN CALIFORNIA

attorney anthony mancuso13th ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 402 pagesillustrations, index, NONisbN: 978-1-4133-1027-6$49.99 book with cd

THE CALIFORNIANONPROFIT CORPORATION KITwith Corporate Records Binder & CD

attorney anthony mancuso7th ed, paper, 10 x 11.5, 354 pagesillustrations, index, cNpisbN: 978-1-4133-1020-7$69.99 binder with cd

THE CALIFORNIA LANDLORD’S LAWBOOK: RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES

david brown, ralph warner &Janet portman13th ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 608 pagesillustrations, index, lbrtisbN: 978-1-4133-0940-9$44.99 book with cd

THE CALIFORNIA LANDLORD’SLAW BOOK: EVICTIONS

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The Small Business Start-Up Kitfor Californiaby Peri Pakroo, J.D. :: 7th Edition

The Small Business Start-Up Kit for California outlines how to set upa business in the Golden State quickly and easily, pointing out thehurdles along the way and providing the forms to get the job done.

The book explains how to choose the best business structure, getthe proper licenses & permits, write an effective business plan, filethe right forms in the right places, be prepared for required taxes,hire & manage employees, write simple contracts and much more.

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HOW TO FORM YOUR OWNCALIFORNIA CORPORATIONwith Corporate RecordsBinder & CD

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HOW TO FORM YOUR OWNCALIFORNIA CORPORATIONattorney anthony mancuso13th ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 304 pagesillustrations, index, ccOrisbN: 978-1-4133-0932-4$39.99 book with cd

HOW TO BUY A HOUSE IN CALIFORNIA

attorney ralph warner and california realestate brokers ira serkes & george devine12th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 368 pagesillustrations, index, bhcaisbN: 978-1-4133-0923-2$34.99

Provides effective strategies forbuying a house in California’sconstantly shifting market. Readerslearn how to find the right agent,use creative financing strategies,figure out an affordable down pay-ment, make an offer, inspect forproblems and hazards and more. “The best all-around workbook

guide for do-it-yourself home sellers.”–SAN JOSE MERCURY NEWS

FOR SALE BY OWNER IN CALIFORNIA

george devine, ca real estate broker9th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 272 pagesillustrations, index, FsbOisbN: 978-1-4133-0750-4$29.99 book with cd

This book guides homeownersthrough the entire process of a do-it-yourself home sale. They’ll get tips onpricing and marketing, coordinatingthe sale of one house with the pur-chase of another, negotiating with buy-ers, going through escrow, and more.

DEEDS FOR CALIFORNIAREAL ESTATE

mary randolph, J.d.7th ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 220 pagesillustrations, index, deedisbN: 978-1-4133-0621-7$27.99

Explains how to put propertyin joint tenancy or communityproperty, borrow or loan moneywith real estate as security, giveor sell real estate to a relative orfriend, add or delete someone’sname as an owner of real estateand more.

CALIFORNIA TENANTS’ RIGHTS

attorneys Janet portman & david brown17th ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 432 pagesillustrations, index, cteNisbN: 978-1-4133-0573-9$29.99

Explains the law and addressesrenters’ concerns in a straightfor-ward manner. Readers find outhow to fight illegal discrimina-tion, get their security depositsback, enforce privacy rights,understand a landlord’s responsi-bilities and fight an eviction.

HOW TO PROBATE AN ESTATEIN CALIFORNIA

Julia Nissey20th ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 464 pagesillustrations, index, paeisbN: 978-1-4133-0937-9$49.99

Provides all the tear-out formsand plain-English instructionsanyone needs to make sense of awill, transfer property to a spouse,collect life insurance and otherbenefits, handle a probate courtproceeding from start to finishand everything else.

LIVING WILLS & POWERS OFATTORNEY FOR CALIFORNIA

shae irving, J.d.3rd ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 175 pagesillustrations, index, cpOaisbN: 978-1-4133-0957-7$29.99 book with cd

With the book’s step-by-stepinstructions, readers can create anAdvance Health Care Directiveand a Durable Power of Attorneyfor Finances. Provides a Do NotResuscitate order and otherimportant documents as tear-outsand on CD.

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WIN YOUR LAWSUITA Judge’s Guide to RepresentingYourself in California Superior Court

Judge roderic duncan3rd ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 250 pagesillustrations, index, slwYisbN: 978-1-4133-0709-2$39.99

FIGHT YOUR TICKET & WIN INCALIFORNIA

david w. brown13th ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 419 pagesillustrations, index, FYtisbN: 978-1-4133-1030-6$29.99

THE GUARDIANSHIP BOOKFOR CALIFORNIAHow to Become a Child’sLegal Guardian

attorneys david brown & emily doskow7th ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 368 pagesillustrations, index, gbisbN: 978-1-4133-0928-7$44.99

HOW TO CHANGE YOUR NAMEIN CALIFORNIA

attorneys lisa sedano & emily doskow12th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 176 pagesillustrations, index, NameisbN: 978-1-4133-0749-8$34.99 book with cd

CALIFORNIA WORKERS’ COMPHow to Take Charge When You’reInjured on the Job

attorney christopher a. ball7th ed, paper, 8.5 x 11, 485 pagesillustrations, index, wOrkisbN: 978-1-4133-0860-0$34.99

NOLO’S GUIDE TOCALIFORNIA LAW

lisa guerin, J.d. &attorney patricia gima10th ed, paper, 7 x 9, 250 pagesillustrations, index, clawisbN: 978-1-4133-0862-4$34.99

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Everybody’s Guide toSmall Claims Court in Californiaby Attorney Ralph Warner :: 17th Edition

Over 250,000 small claims cases are filed in California every year. Thisbook shows everyone involved how to go through the entire process.

Readers will find out how to decide if they have a winning case, medi-ate a settlement if possible, write a demand letter, file and serve papers,prepare evidence and witnesses, determine how much to sue for, puttogether a convincing case and collect their money when they win.

The 17th edition includes more information on mediation, lawsuitsover Internet transactions and appealing a negative judgment. Plus,it provides insights from two judges who oversee small claims cases.

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“Step-by-step advice on howto prepare your case… andperhaps more importantly,how to collect if you win.–ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Meet the Authors of Nolo’s Fall ’09 New Releases!

Stephen Fishmanis the author of many Nolo books,including Home Business TaxDeductions, plus many other legaland business books. after a timein government and private practice,he became a full-time legal writerin 1983. he lives in san Francisco.

PODCAST: Find podcastinterviews with the author on

the subjects of business and property & money atwww.nolo.com/podcasts.cfm.

On his new book, Every Nonprofit’s Tax Guide:

“I have been studying and writing about the law for over25 years. I get great satisfaction from taking legal gobbledy-gook like the tax code and making it understandable to theaverage reader. There’s an old saying: To understand all isto forgive all. Unfortunately, I’ve found that understandingthe tax law does not lead to forgiveness of the people whowrote it. Quite the opposite!”

Rich Stimspecializes in smallbusiness, copyright,patents, and trademarkissues at Nolo. hepractices law in sanFrancisco and has rep-resented photographers,software developers,crafts people, publishers

and musicians. he is the author of many books,including Patent, Copyright & Trademark andThe eBay Business Start-Up Kit.

BLOG: rich discusses the ever-changingworld of copyright, trademark and patentlaw in his blog: www.patentcopyrighttrademarkblog.com.

PODCAST: rich covers business, patent,and copyright issues in his podcast interviews.listen to his latest, “10 things to considerbefore starting a side business,” atwww.nolo.com/podcast.cfm.

On his new book, Running a Side Business:

“For as long as I can remember, I’ve had aside business. (The earliest one was an after-school enterprise in which I charted bio-rhythms.) Side businesses give me somethingto think about, something to manage, andsomething to root for. I think of every sidebusiness as a profitable daydream, a diversionthat improves the bottom line.”

Deborah C. Englandis an employment attorney withover 20 years of experience. shehas published numerous articlesand essays on employment andcivil rights law, and is the co-authorof The Essential Guide to Familyand Medical Leave, published byNolo. she makes her home in thesan Francisco bay area.

PODCAST: in their podcast interview, authors deborah c.england and lisa guerin discuss the origins of, and policiesrelating to, the Family and medical leave act. Find it here:www.nolocast.com/wp-podcasts/67FMLA.mp3.

On her new book, The Essential Guide to HandlingWorkplace Harassment & Discrimination:

“In more than 20 years of practicing employment law, mostof my cases have involved harassment, discrimination, orboth. I’ve seen, again and again, not just how harmfulharassment and discrimination can be, but also how muchof that damage could have been avoided if companieseffectively dealt with problems at the first opportunity.”

Asheesh Advanipioneered the business of managingperson-to-person loans betweenrelatives and friends when hefounded circlelending in 2001,now virgin money, of which he iscurrently ceO. he is a frequentspeaker at industry conferencesand a media commentator onfinancial innovation. he has been

quoted in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Timesand Time Magazine, and has been highlighted on pbsand Npr. he lives in the greater boston area.

On his new book, Business Loans from Family & Friends:

“I have enjoyed working with Nolo on various projects,but this book is near and dear to me. I have learned manylessons about raising money for my business over theyears and this book has given me the chance to sharethese lessons.”

Liza Hanksis an estate planningattorney who, since2001, has managed aprivate practice thatfocuses on families, mostof which include youngchildren. she taughtestate planning andtaxation at santa clara

law school for several years, and currentlywrites for Bay Area Parent magazine. she livesand works in san Jose.

BLOG: in “everyday estate planning”, lizaprovides the information you can really useabout wills, trusts, powers of attorney, livingwills, estate taxes, and probate court:www.estateplanninglawblawg.com.

PODCAST: check out liza’s new podcast inter-view, “10 things moms should know about lifeinsurance” at www.nolo.com/podcast.cfm.

On her new book, The Mom’s Guide to Wills& Estate Planning:

“I’ve been a mother as long as I’ve been alawyer—my daughter was born in the fall of mylast year at Stanford Law School. So I know howit feels to want to leave things in order for yourkids. I also know how it feels to be too busy todo the really important stuff. I love being able tohelp families plan their estates. How manylawyers can actually say that they do somethingthat helps?”

Ilona Brayis an author and legaleditor at Nolo, specializ-ing in topics ranging fromimmigration law to non-profit fundraising to realestate. she is the authorof Effective Fundraisingfor Nonprofits, andauthor or co-author of

many other Nolo books. bray’s working back-ground includes solo practice, stints in nonprofitand corporate law, and long periods of volun-teering. she lives in the san Francisco bay area.

BLOG: in “Nolo’s Fundraising Tips forBusy Nonprofits,” ilona offers lots of ideasfor raising money for your nonprofit—whether you’re a staff member, boardmember, or volunteer—in a frugal world.www.nonprofitfundraisingblog.com

PODCAST: ilona has given several podcastinterviews on the subjects of business& human resources, property & money,and immigration. listen to them here:www.nolo.com/podcast.cfm.

On her new book, Healthy Employees,Healthy Business:

“My earliest memories at Nolo include gettingto know people through an on-site yoga class—you can’t really appreciate what hard workersyour colleagues are until you’ve seen themstanding on their head!”

Lisa Guerinis an editor at Nolospecializing in employ-ment law. she is theauthor or co-author ofseveral Nolo books,including The Manager’sLegal Handbook. she haspracticed employmentlaw in government, public

interest and private practice. she lives in the sanFrancisco bay area.

BLOG: in “Nolo’s employment law blog”, lisaroots out lessons from the everyday experiencesof employers and hr professionals on everythingfrom hiring and firing to performance and disci-pline: www.employmentlegalblawg.com.

PODCAST: Find lisa’s podcast interviews,including, “what are some common mistakesmade when disciplining employees?” here:www.nolo.com/podcast.cfm.

On her new book, The Essential Guide toHandling Workplace Harassment &Discrimination:

“I usually write Nolo’s employment law books,so I was excited for the opportunity to lend ahand to all of the accidental entrepreneurs outthere. Many of my friends and family membershave started their own businesses; althoughthey’ve had both ups and downs, I’ve beeninspired by their stories and their successes.”

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THE SHARING SOLUTIONsee page 38

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THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TOBUSINESS BANKRUPTCYby attorney stephen r. eliaspaper, 8.5 x 11978-1-4133-1080-1

the author of How to File forChapter 7 Bankruptcy has helpedcountless consumers through thebankruptcy process. Now smallbusinesses can get the sameclear guidance.

FOR BETTER, NOT WORSE:DIVORCING LATER IN LIFEby Janice greenpaper, 7 x 9978-1-4133-1081-8

a guide to late-life divorce,covering the unique experienceand needs—legal and practical—of the gray divorcee.