[PDF] First Time Home Buyers Guide eBook

Author : Todd Thornton
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 20,69 MB
Release : 2006-03
Category : Home ownership
ISBN : 9781402735448

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This must-have interactive resource guides readers through the complicated process of buying a home and helps them stay organized as they make one of the biggest financial commitments of their lives. Designed to cut out the chaos, this user-friendly book helps consumers ask the right questions, make well-thought-out decisions, and avoid costly mistakes while enabling them to keep important information at their fingertips. Through checklists, worksheets, and succinct bulleted text for quick reference, this unique organizer covers everything from finances and house hunting to closing the deal and making the move. What’s more, it’s packed with special features, including numerous tabbed dividers with pockets for storing related papers by subject and a PVC business- card holder for keeping contact information at the ready.

Author : Jon Gorey
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 21,28 MB
Release : 2022-02-15
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1507217404

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"Buying a first home can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. Will you qualify for a mortgage? Is your dream home achievable? How do you make sure your offer will beat others? Don't worry-now you can arm yourself with the information you need to know before you begin the hunt! In Home Buying 101, you will learn all the skills you need to find the right house at the right price, with financing that fits your budget. Full of nuts-and-bolts advice and organized in an easy-to-read format, this book will teach you all the basics of: deciding the right time to buy; getting your finances in order; deciphering the MLS/reading the listings for clues; types of mortgage loans; and much more! With the help of this guide, you'll learn how to find the house of your dreams at a price you can afford!"--

Author : Eric Tyson
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 14,15 MB
Release : 2009-04-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0470500662

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Now updated — America's #1 bestselling home-buying book! Want to buy a house, but concerned about the market? Have no fear — this trusted guide arms you with Eric Tyson and Ray Brown's time-tested advice and updated strategies for buying a home in current market conditions. You'll discover how to find the right property, make smart financial decisions, and understand the latest lending requirements and tax implications. New to this edition — new and expanded coverage to help homebuyers take advantage of low home prices, understand the subprime mortgage crisis, obtain a mortgage, and improve credit scores To buy or not to buy? — weigh the advantages of owning versus renting, get your finances in order, and know how much house you can safely afford Handle financing — understand your credit rating, navigate the different types of mortgages, and complete all paperwork Play the real estate game — find the right location and property, assemble an all-star real estate team, and make the most of the Internet's real estate resources Let's make a deal — negotiate with finesse, make successful offers, inspect and protect your new home, and cover all your bases in escrow "Invaluable information, especially for the first-time home buyer." —Fort Worth Star-Telegram "A reference you'll turn to time after time." —St. Petersburg Times Open the book and find: Reasons why home prices rise and fall Hands-on instruction for buying a home in up or down markets How to pay the price you want The best mortgage options A sample home-buying contract Pros and cons of comparable market analysis Tips for overcoming mortgage and appraisal problems How to cope with buyer's remorse The best real estate Web sites

Author : Ilyce R. Glink
Publisher : Crown
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 31,12 MB
Release : 2018-02-13
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1524763446

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From the most trusted name in real estate, a new and fully updated edition of the indispensable guide that helps first-time buyers land the home of their dreams What does "location, location, location" really mean? How do I decide what to offer on a house? What exactly is the closing? Buying a home is one of the most important decisions in any person's life. It will be the place where you plant your roots, come home after a long day, raise a family, or make a successful investment. But how, with everything from student loans and an uncertain marketplace stacked against you, do you get to that idyllic future? In 100 Questions Every First-Time Home Buyer Should Ask, Ilyce Glink, one of the most trusted names in real estate, answers all of your questions about home buying--and some you didn't know you had--and takes you on a personal journey from open houses to moving day. Weaving together advice from top brokers around the country with illustrative stories and her own unparalleled expertise, 100 Questions is a one-stop shop to getting the home of your dreams.

Author : Ilyce R. Glink
Publisher : Three Rivers Press
Page : 532 pages
File Size : 13,53 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN :

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100 Questions Every First-Time Home Buyer Should, Ask is a wealth of information for first-timers, including: -- How do I know if my broker is doing a good job?* (See question #15.)-- How do I decide what to offer for the home? (See question #26.)-- How does the negotiation process work? (See question #34.)-- How do I choose the right lender for me? (See question #54.)-- How much down payment will I need to buy my home? (See question #59.)-- What are the different types of mortgages available? (See question #73.)-- What if I'm rejected for my loan? (See question #84.)-- What exactly is the closing? (See question #87.)-- Will I need homeowner's insurance? What should it cover? (See question #91.)

Author : Gerald Tribuzio
Publisher : eBookIt.com
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 10,97 MB
Release : 2013-02
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1456607057

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In today's real estate market, the road to homeownership is a tough one and you can't afford to make a wrong move and ruin your chances of achieving the American dream of owning a home. The Ultimate First Time Home Buyer Guide will tell you why owning a home is better than renting, what exact steps you need to take in buying your first home, how to qualify for the best zero to low down payment programs, which first time home buyer programs are best for you, how to apply for the program, what creative financing options are available, how to improve your credit and increase your credit scores, why foreclosures and short sales are great deals, what are some of the pitfalls to avoid, and tips to improve your chances of getting approved for the first time home buyer program. Buying a home is difficult today but if you make a decision to do whatever it takes to own a home then you will soon experience the joy of being a homeowner.

Author : Lien Bich Luu
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 46,52 MB
Release : 2021-09-05
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 100044175X

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Many young people aspire to own their own home but face a myriad of challenges such as high property prices, the need to raise a large deposit, and difficulties of getting a mortgage. The process of buying a property is also stressful, fraught with complexity and uncertainty, and a mistake can prove very costly. This book therefore provides a much-needed step-by-step guide to help those seeking to buy a property for the first time. Packed with helpful and practical tips, this book gives a complete overview of the house-buying process, including finance, legal and property aspects. The authors discuss a wide range of topics, including: creating the right mindset the pros and cons of home ownership how to choose a suitable property how to save for a deposit how to negotiate for a better price how to get a mortgage the steps in the house-buying process how to ensure that mortgage payments can always be met The book is written by experienced property buyers who have bought multiple properties, who have worked as a mortgage adviser and financial planner and who understand personal finance. It will be essential reading for undergraduate students in the field of accounting and finance and will also appeal to the general public, particularly those seeking to buy a property for the first time. After reading the book, readers will be able to map out a plan to buy their first property with greater confidence and make a better and more informed decision that will bring financial rewards.

Author : Gary Keller
Publisher : McGraw-Hill
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 28,8 MB
Release : 2007-12
Category : Home ownership
ISBN : 9780071546218

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Author : Ultimate Property Buying Checklist
Publisher :
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 12,64 MB
Release : 2020-03-08
Category :
ISBN :

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MAKE YOUR NEXT HOME PURCHASE EASY! This Ultimate Checklist is designed to help you: Evaluate each house you visit Compare and contrast potential houses Make the best house purchase decision based on your needs and wants Book Content: Important Contacts List Important Dates List Properties Information List Realtors Information List Properties Inspection Checklist Checklist Details: INTERIOR: Flooring, Windows and Ceiling Walls Bathroom Stairs Rooms Doors Kitchen EXTERIOR: UP-TO-DATE Systems Foundation, Driveway, and Pool Siding Roof Garage Landscaping and Curb Appeal