Author : Kenneth W. Edwards
Publisher : Dearborn Real Estate Education
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 31,77 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780793112999
For many people, their home represents the most valuable asset in their financial estate, and selling is not a simple matter. This guide identifies hazards associated with the selling process, describes them in sufficient detail, and provides practical guidance in understandable and supportive language. Covers preparing the home for sale, considering purchase offers, and much more.
Author : Sid Davis
Publisher : Amacom Books
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 34,79 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780814472743
Using handy checklists, worksheets, and examples, Davis helps readers face the challenges of deciding whether or not to use an agent, how to find one, estimating a price, and deciding which upgrades are worth making--and which ones are not--to add to their home's value.
Author : Glen Martin
Publisher :
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 32,80 MB
Release : 2016-05-01
Category : Dwellings
ISBN : 9780692691694
Homeowner maintenance reference manual including 380 residential workmanship guidelines covering conditions and maintenance for topics including: floors and ceilings; roofs and gutters; foundations and basements; interior/exterior components; grounds; utility systems; and walls. Homeowner and builder maintenance responsibilities are stated along with the performance guideline and additional information for each topic. Green home construction is also covered.
Author : Sid Davis
Publisher : AMACOM Div American Mgmt Assn
Page : 231 pages
File Size : 39,11 MB
Release : 2007-07-25
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 0814400582
A stress-free guide to caring for your biggest investment. For many new homeowners, the euphoria that comes with buying the perfect new house can soon turn into total panic. First-time buyers often feel overwhelmed by the amount of maintenance their new home requires—not to mention the nasty problems and surprises that seem to be lurking around every corner (and in every wall). Finally, author and real estate guru Sid Davis provides the antidote for the common worries that plague every new owner. From easy repairs to seemingly insurmountable projects, readers will discover sanity-saving advice on: • improving roofing, siding, walkways, and driveways • fixing or replacing appliances and fixtures • refinancing tips and traps • reducing the costs of home ownership and maintenance • lowering property taxes • working with contractors and not getting taken • insurance tips • budgeting for the unexpected Owning a home should be exciting, not terrifying. Now with this reassuring guide, novice homeowners can experience all of the joy, and none of the trepidation, that comes with having a place of their own.
Author : Sid Davis
Publisher : AMACOM/American Management Association
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 50,43 MB
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780814427866
Expert advice for an exciting (but complicated) process.
Author : Bridget McCrea
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 12,55 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781402735417
A practical, easy-to-follow guide to owning the home of your dreams. With the real estate market exploding and prices soaring, home buyers are faced with endless questions: How can they afford their dream home? How do they find a real estate agent they can trust? Which mortgage is right for them? And how do they avoid being outbid once they find their perfect home? The process can seem overwhelming—luckily, real estate guru Bridget McCrea and the experts at RE/MAX make purchasing the right home simple. This easy-to-understand guide helps buyers determine what they can afford and where they want to buy, as well as the ins and outs of selecting a real estate agent, evaluating mortgages, understanding inspection reports, and keeping closing costs to a minimum. Filled with practical tips and useful checklists, The RE/MAX Home Buyer’s Survival Guide is the ultimate home-buying manual—from America’s most-trusted name in real estate.
Author : Michael Corbett
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 35,78 MB
Release : 2011-02-22
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1101502509
The bestselling author of Find It, Fix It, Flip It! returns with a new book specifically tailored for today's market. After a period of dramatic flux, the real estate market is rebounding- but the playing field is tougher than ever. Michael Corbett, bestselling author and the host of NBC's Extra!'s Mansions and Millionaires, teaches today's prospective homebuyers everything they need to know, including: •Why Now is the Time to Buy •The 10 Most Costly Buyers' Blunders •Five Before-You-Buy Checklists for Each Type of Property •How to Navigate Foreclosures and Short Sales •Inspections, Mortgages, Closings, and Beyond Corbett is a household name, and real estate novices and seasoned buyers alike will want to benefit from his expertise.
Author : Vicki Lankarge
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 13,76 MB
Release : 2004-09-22
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0071446052
An easy-to-follow guide for home owners who want to maximize the value of their most important investment With anxiety over the stock market running high and home equity loan rates at an alltime low, Americans are investing in their homes like never before. Last year alone, consumers spent a record $123 billion on home building projects. How to Increase the Value of Your Home provides solid answers to questions such as: Is it better to build a downstairs bathroom or to remodel my kitchen? And it provides: Techniques for commanding higher prices and quicker sales--now and 10 years from now Guidance on which renovations to invest in and which ones to avoid
Author : Ilyce R. Glink
Publisher : Three Rivers Press
Page : 532 pages
File Size : 24,43 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN :
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 : Clare Chu
Publisher : Gigaverse Press
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 31,24 MB
Release : 2024-03-21
Category : Humor
ISBN :
Dive into the hilariously eerie world of real estate with your not-so-ordinary realtor, Cassandra "Cassie" Spectre. Ever thought a poltergeist could polish your cooking skills or a ghostly coach might just be the secret to your fitness success? Cassie Spectre’s guide to finding a haunted homemate makes these spectrally intelligent scenarios a reality.. Raised in a haunted Victorian mansion and descending from a long line of mediums, Cassie left her mundane corporate finance job to embrace her true calling: matching the living with lovingly haunted homes. From the mildly haunted fixer-upper to the grandiose poltergeist palace, this guidebook explores the uncharted territory of spectral real estate with wit, wisdom, and a touch of the otherworldly. With a quiz to match your personality to the perfect type of haunting, tips on reading between the lines of real estate listings, and advice on navigating open houses with paranormal poise, Cassie provides you a roadmap to finding a home that's as unique as you are. Find out why embracing a home with a "little extra" might just be the best decision you'll ever make. Discover the unexpected joys of haunted living and learn that with the right perspective, even a home with spirits can be a dream come true.
