The everything homebuying book
Subtitle: how to buy smart-- in any market
By: Piper Nichole
Edition: 3rd ed.
Series: The everything series; Everything series
Publisher: Adams Media Corp.
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Avon, Mass
Language: eng
Number of pages: 333
ISBN-13: 9781598696400
Subjects: House buying; Handbooks, manuals
Other titles: Homebuying book
Description: Whether you're purchasing your first home or your fourth, this updated guide walks you through your biggest purchase with expert advice you can trust. This edition also includes completely new material on loans to avoid, how to determine if a house is overpriced, and avoiding foreclosure.
Notes: "Completely updated"--Spine.

Includes index.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 320-321) and index.
Table of contents: title: The ins and outs of buying a new home; title: The price of home ownership; title: Credit is the most important part of buying; title: Choosing the right mortgage; title: Working with a real-estate agent; title: Buying solo or with others; title: Which house is right for you?; title: The resale house; title: Condos and co-ops; title: Special home choices; title: Shopping the neighborhood; title: Negotiating the best price; title: Negotiating the best contract; title: The home inspection; title: The closing; title: Building your own house; title: Vacation homes; title: Other real-estate opportunities; title: Is landlording for you?; title: Protecting your investment; title: When it's time to move.