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This book is constructed in a way that is very similar to IRS and tax law documents. It does contain accurate and specific information about IRAs, but is not user-friendly. It is difficult to understand (not written for a lay-person) and constructed in an outline type format that is difficult to manuever. If you are looking for a book to help you with IRA withdrawal information, this one is not it.

As the previous review suggests, this book is not an easy read. Unfortunately, this is not the author's fault! The rules governing the distribution of retirement plan assets are extremely complex--and purposely so! The more complicated they are, the more likely the "average" joe will make a mistake and have to pay the Government more. But, it is an excellent resource for people trying to make sense of this complex subject. If you are a CPA or other advisor trying to help a client, this is an excellent "library" book.

Smallbusinessrescue.com has a very selective list of recommended books designed to assist the small business owner. This book certainly makes the list for us!

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"Anatomy of a Business Plan" was a great help to me. I had no idea how to write a business plan and needed one before I could go to a lender. The book led me step-by-step through the whole thing and I developed an excellent business plan. In fact, the lender was very impressed with the quality of the plan and has assured me that getting my loan will be no problem. I am happy to recommend this valuable book to other readers."

Good ideas, well organized, but a bit simple. If you want to start something more complex than a simple "mom & pop feel" type business you need go elsewhere.

Great book on the basics of writing a professional business plan for any small company. For anyone who's starting a business for the first time or is sitting down to write his or her first business plan, this is among the most useful books to turn to. The chapters for the most part walk the reader through the various section of the business plan and there are examples of actual plans following the author's guide in the appendixes to the book. There are also worksheets and a useful glossary. The writing is clear and a good starting point.

Veteran business owners and new entrepreneurs can derive immediate benefit from Anatomy of a Business Plan. It is THE book to get your fast-growing venture or franchise on track, and to secure significant financial rewards. Anatomy presents the strategy and elements of a Business Plan to guide both product and service-oriented companies,from major organizations to small partnerships. The financials in this book are the most comprehensive I have seen. If you're looking for the template to take to the bank for a loan, or seeking a management tool, Anatomy is the key.

I have read several business plan how-to books, and this was the best. I look foreward to reading the new edition.