The Complete Idiot's Guide to Buying a Home

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Buying a Home
Author: Peter Richmond
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 454
Release: 2010-01-05
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1101159804

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

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Buying Or Leasing a Car

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Buying Or Leasing a Car
Author: Jack R. Nerad
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 262
Release: 1996
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780028612744

You're no idiot, of course. You keep your projects on budget at work, shop around to find the best prices on groceries and clothing, and even manage to sock away money for your kids' college tuition. But when it comes to wheeling and dealing to buy a car, you feel like someone else is in the driver's seat. Don't be taken for a ride! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Buying or Leasing a Car helps you learn the techniques you need to drive away in the car you want at the price you can afford. Feel confident about asking questions and bargaining, even when you have to say "no" to a salesperson. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get:

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Making Money in Freelancing

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Making Money in Freelancing
Author: Laurie Rozakis
Publisher:
Total Pages: 366
Release: 1998
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780028621197

You're no idiot, of course. You do great work, navigate the shoals of office politics, and still find time to stay at the top of your field. But when you think about making the break into freelancing, you feel like you're about to sail into uncharted waters.

Restoring Collector Cars

Restoring Collector Cars
Author: Tom Benford
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2004
Genre: Antique and classic cars
ISBN: 9781592572342

Do-it-yourself car restorer Tom Benford walks readers through everything they need to know about finding classic cars, assessing their value, finding parts, deciding on replacement parts versus originals, and estimating completion time. From setting up the workshop to putting the finishing touches on the final coat of wax, this guide offers tips and step-by-step instructions for repairing everything from brake pads to door dings.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Being a Smart Landlord

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Being a Smart Landlord
Author: Brian F. Edwards
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 390
Release: 2000
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9780028639345

Details the necessities of landlording, including acquiring property, renting versus leasing, and selecting tenants, and includes legal information and management tips.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Simple Home Repair

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Simple Home Repair
Author: Judy Ostrow
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 340
Release: 2007-09-04
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1101043342

How many readers does it take to change a light bulb? Only one . . . if he or she is armed with this book! Rather than focus on the big projects that most homeowners would wisely leave to professionals, it concentrates on the common repairs that everyone encounters and anyone can do—with the right instruction—including repairing holes and dents in drywall; fixing popped nails in walls; checking and replacing fuses; unclogging drains; replacing light fixtures; fixing squeaky floors; repairing cracked tile and damaged carpet; replacing screens; screening gutters; and much more. • Contains 250 to 300 step–by–step illustrations

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Electrical Repair

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Electrical Repair
Author: Terry Meany
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 438
Release: 2000
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780028638966

Offers information and advice on how to install and repair home electrical wiring, including when and how to deal with professionals, and the specific requirements of different rooms.