The Unofficial Guide To Buying A Home

Author : Alan Perlis,Beth Bradley
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 482 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2004-04-26
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780764573460

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The Unofficial Guide to Buying a Home by Alan Perlis,Beth Bradley Pdf

The inside scoop . . .for when you want more than the official line No matter what your budget and taste, finding the perfect home is a daunting task. How do you even know where to start? Here you'll find the inside scoop on every step of the homebuying process-from calculating your budget to negotiating the deal and handling the closing. The Unofficial Guide to Buying a Home, Second Edition gives savvy consumers like you a foolproof appraisal of which homebuying strategies work and which don't. This updated edition is perfect for first-time homebuyers and includes new information on using the Internet to find your home, buying condos, and utilizing government funding programs. It walks you through the entire homebuying process: from searching for a home, to making an offer, through the inspection, and on to the closing, you can be confident that your investment is sound. The guide also offers expanded coverage of the monetary issues involved in purchasing a home, including new means of determining creditworthiness and new types of available loans, as well as helping you decide how much home you can-and should-purchase. Vital Information that other sources can't or won't reveal-from what really motivates sellers, brokers, loan officers, and other key players in the homebuying game, to how to work most effectively with your agent. Insider Secrets on how to make real estate law work in your favor. Money-Saving Techniques that show you how to take advantage of tax breaks and how to time your search to exploit seasonal variations in the market. Time-Saving Tips on streamlining the homebuying process so you find the home you want as quickly as possible. The Latest Trends in homebuying, including up-to-date tips on using the Internet to find your home, a realtor, or a mortgage. Handy Checklists and Charts to help you determine your budget and stick to it.

Author : Kathleen Sindell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : House buying
ISBN : OCLC:46889851

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The Unofficial Guide to Buying a Home Online by Kathleen Sindell Pdf

Author : Kathleen Sindell
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 468 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2000-04-03
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0028637518

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The Unofficial Guide to Buying a Home Online by Kathleen Sindell Pdf

The inside scoop… for when you want more than the official line! From real estate supersites to online financing sources, the Internet has made buying a home dramatically easier—or dramatically more complicated. If you're looking to use the Internet to buy a new home, you know you need a guide that alerts you to all your alternatives, from the initial investigation to pulling off moving day. You want the inside scoop! The Unofficial Guide™ to Buying a Home Online is designed to give savvy consumers like you a foolproof appraisal of how to use the Internet to research cities and neighborhoods, tap into the smartest sources of residential financing, and find insurance. In this book you'll get unbiased recommendations that are not influenced by any company, product, or organization. The Unofficial Guide™ to Buying a Home Online is intensively inspected by The Unofficial Panel of Experts: Tamara and Robert Gordon, who are currently searching for a home online; Al Napier, a successful Realtor who pioneered the use of the Internet for buying a home online; Howard Savage, a U.S. Department of Commerce economist whose current work involves analysis of residential mortgage markets; and Timothy W. Thompson, a real estate developer and builder who has launched several online real estate sites. These specialists ensure that you are armed with the most up-to-date insider information on the subject of buying a home online and are told exactly what "the Official establishment" doesn't want you to know. Vital Information on tapping into the vast array of online home-buying resources available Insider Secrets on the pros and cons of FSBOs, securing the lowest down payment, negotiating a great deal, and finding the most reasonable home inspection and insurance options Money-Saving Techniques on using the Internet to track down financing options and making the most of the tax benefits of home ownership Time-Saving Tips on improving your credit rating, calculating your maximum mortgage amount, and selecting a Realtor The Latest Trends in building your own home, finding financing online, and marketing and selling your home online Handy Checklists and Charts to help you determine your net worth, choose between renting and buying, prequalify for a mortage, and more visit us on-line at www.idgbooks.com

Author : Peter Richmond
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 454 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2010-01-05
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781101159804

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Buying a Home by Peter Richmond Pdf

In real estate, it's a buyer's market—and here is the buyer's bible . . . Buying a home is the single most important financial move in most people's lives. This book covers a variety of topics including inspecting, evaluating, negotiating, financing, contracts, and legal issues. It also breaks down the roles of the key players and what these professionals, agents, brokers, and inspectors are responsible for—and when to go it alone. The thorough advice, covering everything from buying houses at auctions to what neighborhood to live in, will provide reassurance for every soon–to–be homeowner. • A necessary tool for those who plan to buy homes and even current homeowners in order to keep up with an ever changing market • Will be published in time for spring, when most people start looking into buying new homes • Covers a broad range of buying options and homeowner's needs

Author : Max Shokouhi
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 147 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2019-11-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1705619983

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The Ultimate Home Buying Guide - Greater Toronto Area Edition by Max Shokouhi Pdf

Buying the wrong home could cost you thousands of dollars and leave you with a property that is impossible to resell at a decent price. Buying your first home should be a rewarding and exciting time in your life, and one that you look back on with fond memories. But this is a huge investment, and you need to be fully prepared and able to ask the right questions, in order to come out on top.Here are a few questions that you''ll want to think about.. Should you buy a new or older home? Should you hire a home inspector? How can you save money by watching ''market trends''? How can you choose the best realtor based on your needs? What type of financing is available to you? How should you place your first offer? These are just some of the many questions you''ll need to know the answers to if you really want to get the best deal possible, while saving money and eliminating risks. One of the greatest concerns of new home buyers is that they''ll make a wrong decision, or they''ll end up with a property that requires extensive repairs or problems that need fixing.After all, buying a home is a life changing endeavor, and it''s not something that anyone should take lightly.You also don''t want to rely on your real estate agent to give you the answers to vital questions. You need to know how to choose, evaluate and approve properties yourself, so that you are able to make the best decisions for you and your family! The guides mentioned in this book will provide first time home buyers and anyone buying home again with a clear-cut guide to finding, evaluating and buying their dream home while helping to reduce any risk of buying a ''dud''. I cover all bases within this full featured guide, leaving nothing to guesswork. I want you to feel comfortable buying your first home, and so we''ve made sure to include the most common concerns that new home buyers have, and simple solutions to choosing the best property, while getting the best deal possible.When I was looking to buy my first home, I was not a realtor. I was plagued by questions and concerns that left me feeling unsettled and nervous about making the wrong decision. There were many unknown unknowns as what questions to ask, who to ask, where I should look, or what documents I had to prepare, review and sign. Terms like mortgage approval, down payments, closing costs, etc. was like an algebra equation to me. I felt intimidated and frustrated. With so many properties on the market, I had an incredible inventory to sort through. However, in order to walk away a winner, I needed to know how to spot a "property problem" and how to choose a home that is suitable for my family and lifestyle. My wife and I depended solely on our realtor to give us advice and show us the way. I wished I knew a little more about the buying process. Buying a home is probably the largest investment you will ever make financially and emotionally. Reading this book will empower you with the required knowledge about home buying and can save you money. I would recommend you to get as much information as you can about the processes and costs of home buying before you get caught up in searching for a home. Read reports and attend seminars. My objective is to help home buyers become familiar with the many processes involved in buying a home, finding the right realtor, obtaining a mortgage, searching for a home, home inspection, putting an offer, closing, and possession. The goal is to help you to make an informed decision about home buying, thus you can get the maximum value for your money. Whether you''re purchasing your first home or next, this book can be used to help you get started and prepare you for your purchase. After reading this book, you will gain confidence in your own choices and decisions and your home buying experience will be pleasurable!

Author : Melissa Prandi, MPM
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 457 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2005-01-21
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780764595752

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The Unofficial Guide to Managing Rental Property by Melissa Prandi, MPM Pdf

The inside scoop . . .for when you want more than the official line So you've decided to invest in real estate--congratulations!--but now you need to know how you can best manage your property and maximize your profit. How much should you spend on renovations? Where will you find responsible tenants? And how can you keep on top of new government regulations? The Unofficial Guide? to Managing Rental Property answers these questions and many more, giving you insider guidance and valuable tips on managing and profiting from your investments. You'll find savvy advice on everything from legally setting rental criteria and managing properties part-time to successfully evicting delinquent tenants and collecting damages. This comprehensive, easy-to-follow guide reveals what other sources can't or won't, presenting unbiased recommendations to help you get the most out of your investments--and enjoy them! * Vital Information on finding and financing great rental property and calculating rent and profit. * Insider Secrets on selecting and retaining good tenants, ensuring on-time rent, and collecting late rent. * Money-Saving Tips for rehabbing a property and obtaining good tax advice. * The Latest Trends in writing legal, effective ads and interviewing and screening applicants to avoid potential problems. * Handy Forms and Letters for contracting new tenants and communicating with current occupants.

Author : Unofficial Panel of Experts,Unofficial Panel of Experts Staff
Publisher : MacMillan Publishing Company
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1999-08-01
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 0028633385

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The Unofficial Guide to Being a Homeowner by Unofficial Panel of Experts,Unofficial Panel of Experts Staff Pdf

Buying a first home is a huge undertaking -- and you thought dealing with mortgage lenders and the closing was the hard part. Once those final papers are signed you are responsible for maintaining your home, paying all the bills, hiring plumbers and electricians...the works! And it's crucial to do things right the first time, without wasting time and money, because there's no landlord or super to fall back on. The Unofficial Guide to Being a Homeowner helps first-time homeowners do just that. It's packed with totally up-to-date insider's advice on every aspect of caring for a house -- advice that could potentially save buyers thousands of dollars.

Author : Dawn E. Reno,Bobby Reno
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2000-10-09
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0028638662

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The Unofficial Guide to eBay and Online Auctions by Dawn E. Reno,Bobby Reno Pdf

A one-stop guide to buying and selling on the Internet. According to Fortune magazine, eBay reports having over 900,000 products for sale in 1,086 categories. The site receives 140 million hits a week! But starting out, either as a seller or a buyer, can be challenging. The Unofficial Guide to eBay & Online Auctions offers step-by-step guidance on everything from reistering and setting up an account, to bidding, to avoiding "auction fever." This book shows you how to maximize your online experience with advice on: The values and pitfalls of selling in online auctions How to choose the best online auction site The right and wrong ways of buying and selling at an online auction What to do if an item doesn't sell Online fraud--what to do if it happens and how to avoid it the next time

Author : Jamie Allen,Kazz Regelman
Publisher : Hundreds of Heads Books, LLC
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2009-03-01
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 1933512563

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How to Survive a Move by Jamie Allen,Kazz Regelman Pdf

If you are one of the forty million Americans who will move this year, you know the task can seem overwhelming. Now, there's help. How to Survive A Move offers hundreds of helpful and entertaining stories on moving from the real “pros”— everyday people who have moved (many of them over a dozen times!) and survived to tell their stories. Unlike other moving books that give the opinion of one or two experts, How to Survive a Move includes words of wisdom from hundreds of people — both singles and families, nationwide — who have “been there, done that.” Millions of people have survived moving, and so can you!

Author : Sonia Weiss
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2000-08-15
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 0764562398

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The Unofficial Guide to Collecting Antiques by Sonia Weiss Pdf

The inside scoop… for when you want more than the official line! Only a few years ago, "antiquing" seemed to be only for the wealthy. Then came the Internet, with its profusion of Web sites, bulletin boards, and online auctions. Almost overnight, "antiquing" has become a much-loved hobby of the people! But with more antiquing choices than ever before, novice and experienced collectors have been left reeling. That's why when it comes to such key questions as where to hunt, how to appraise, and when to sell your own antiques, you can't rely on advice from 101 semi-objective sources. You need one dependable, clued-in source of antiquing wisdom. You want the inside scoop. The Unofficial Guide™ to Collecting Antiques is designed to give savvy consumers like you a foolproof appraisal of everything from where to find the best prices to sizing up value and seeing through fakes. In this book you'll get unbiased recommendations that are not influenced by any company, product, or organization. The Unofficial Guide™ to Collecting Antiques is intensively inspected by The Unofficial Panel of Experts: John Coker has been dealing antiques for nearly 30 years and has been a guest appraiser on PBS's "Treasures in Your Attic"; former art history professor and museum curator James Kettlewell deals in fine arts and antiques; and Art Maier is an appraiser with William Doyle Galleries. These specialists ensure that you are armed with the most up-to-date insider information on the subject of antique collecting and are told exactly what "the Official establishment" doesn't want you to know. Vital Information on tapping into the vast array of collecting outlets available today—from classic venues to the Internet Insider Secrets on identifying antique periods and styles Money-Saving Techniques on how to find hidden treasures amidst flea markets and second-hand stores Time-Saving Tips on mastering the world of online antiques collecting The Latest Trends in smart selling of your own antiques—from wise timing to the pros and cons of trading over selling Handy Checklists and Charts for tracking your growing collection… and finding the country's best auctions and shows visit us on-line at www.idgbooks.com

Author : Dawn E. Reno
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 484 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2000-01-15
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0028636678

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The Unofficial Guide to Managing Time by Dawn E. Reno Pdf

Time is of the essence -- and no one seems to have enough of it. But before people can begin to manage time and gain control of their lives, they need to understand why they got out of control in the first place. The Unofficial Guide to Managing Time covers every aspect of life -- not just the nine-to-five grind -- with inside tips on setting priorities and goals, scheduling that works (without wasting additional time!), organizing, delegating, and initiating rather than reacting in personal, business, creative, academic, and family spheres. Readers learn to * Ask for help -- and let go once tasks have been delegated * Make best use of tools that help beat the clock, from calendars to computers to the telephone and more * Maintain good time management habits by using relaxation and exercise * Adapt timely skills for individual lifestyles -- parents (new, used, and single), fast-track career people, students, and creative souls.

Author : Lisa Iannucci
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2000-09-21
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 002863750X

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The Unofficial Guide to Minding Your Money by Lisa Iannucci Pdf

Financial freedom means more than the ability to juggle a paycheck, pick a few good investments, retire at 65, and keep debt levels manageable. True financial freedom involves understanding the psychological, emotional, and intellectual implications of mondy and wealth, and how to be the master of money, rather than its servant. This book offers: A clear assessment of your individual mondy personality and what to do if it differs from your partner's Concise explanations of where personal money attitudes originate Advice on how to teach children a constructive attitude toward money Effective means for setting realistic goals, and tips on how to save and spend money wisely Creative ways to set and stay within a budget Proven methods for staying free and dealing with setbacks along the road to true financial freedom

Author : Jack Griffin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 488 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1999-12-20
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : CORNELL:31924100218621

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The Unofficial Guide to Climbing the Corporate Ladder by Jack Griffin Pdf

How to get ahead in business today! Everyone in the business world needs to know the "rules of success", whether worker or management honcho. The problem is, those rules keep changing -- inside tips are a necessity! It's no longer enough to work hard to succeed -- being politically savvy, following the rules of business etiquette, and knowing the secrets to climbing a ladder with many, many rungs are all crucial to corporate health. In The Unofficial Guide to Climbing the Corporate Ladder readers learn about: Giving -- and receiving -- constructive criticism gracefully Business communications -- exactly how private are they? Networking in the office and out, including avoiding sticky situations International business -- what to talk about and what to avoid on trips abroad Determining who your office friends really are -- before you find the letter opener stuck in your back

Author : Christine Denty
Publisher : FriesenPress
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2016-07-22
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781460232705

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The Girlfriend's Fabulous Guide to Real Estate by Christine Denty Pdf

REALTOR® Christine Denty took a look around one day and noticed that although nearly twenty-percent of homebuyers are single women, the whole industry seems geared towards men. So she thought it was high time for a comprehensive, female-centric handbook for real estate...a girlfriend’s guide! From the inside scoop on buying and selling homes, to a comprehensive breakdown on how to perform maintenance and upkeep, to tax tips, to how to split up property in the event of separation or divorce, The Girlfriend’s Fabulous Guide to Real Estate demystifies the buying, selling, and owning of real estate with simplicity, know-how, and a dollop of empathy topped with a double-scoop of hilarity. Readers will get a first look at some of the terrifying legal documents that rookie buyers and sellers face and find them explained in simple, comprehensible terms. Jam-packed with important information and supported with great visuals like photos, charts, and graphs, The Girlfriend’s Fabulous Guide to Real Estate is the one essential primer for women navigating the choppy waters of home ownership. This is the second edition of the book (2021).

Author : Larry Burkett,Kevin Miller
Publisher : Northfield Publishing
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 188127344X

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The World's Easiest Pocket Guide to Buying Your First House by Larry Burkett,Kevin Miller Pdf

Leading financial expert Larry Burkett presents more "World's Easiest Pocket Guides, " covering key issues that prepare readers to make practical life decisions. Filled with bite-sized chunks of trustworthy advice and guidance, these books feature a simplified step-by-step approach.