This book presents some of the most fundamental arithmetic, algebraic, and logical concepts integral to the kind of mathematics used in the fields of real estate, finance, and investment. The
first chapter overviews principles of basic arithmetic, elementary algebra and statistics, and logic and inference. Subsequent chapters cover methods used in computing interest rates, and
mathematical concepts used in investments and acquiring investment capital. A chapter on real estate covers real estate measurements, market valuation, commission, depreciation, and mortgages.
There are also chapters on income property valuation and the mathematics of notes and annuities. A final chapter introduces Excel. Worked examples are included in every chapter. The book can be
used for self-study and reference, and as a supplemental text in a college course in real estate or investing. The author is an Army Operations Research Analyst. Annotation 穢2008 Book News,
Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)