The 106 Common Mistakes Homebuyers Make And How To Avoid Them
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| Author | : Gary W. Eldred |
| Publisher | : Wiley |
| Total Pages | : 228 |
| Release | : 1994-04-13 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 9780471311911 |
Based upon scores of interviews with real estate agents, home builders, mortgage lenders and recent homebuyers, this user-friendly book guarantees a smooth and successful home purchasing experience by demonstrating the mistakes made by others. Each mistake is self-contained and includes a lesson, illustration and, when appropriate, a preventative technique.
| Author | : Gary W. Eldred |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 321 |
| Release | : 2002-01-18 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 0471126586 |
A guide for first-time home buyers describes what to look for in a real estate agent, how to choose the best mortgage, how to evaluate a neighborhood, and how to detect hidden costs.
| Author | : Gary W. Eldred |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 332 |
| Release | : 1998-02-27 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : |
All the information first-time homebuyers need to understand and avoid the 106 common mistakes in purchasing a home or condo . . . Written especially for first-timers, this eye-opening guide turns you into an educated consumer, ensuring that the home or condo you buy is both a comfortable place to live and an investment that steadily appreciates in value. Compiled from the experiences of hundreds of homebuyers, real estate agents, home builders, and mortgage lenders, it alerts you to the 106 common mistakes in home buying, illustrates them in practice, and shows how to prevent them from happening to you. Now revised and expanded, this invaluable resource covers everything from negotiating with sellers and making the down payment to shopping for the best mortgage and handling the closing. Discover how to save time, money, and frustration by avoiding: Mistake No. 20: We thought we could make higher returns investing in stocks. Mistake No. 36: The sellers named the price, we named the terms. Mistake No. 72: We thought our agent represented us. Mistake No. 74: We didn't know we could withdraw our offer. Mistake No. 83: We pushed to get the absolute best deal we could. Mistake No. 105: We didn't buy. We were afraid of making a mistake. Written by one of the nation's leading real estate experts and packed with hundreds of valuable tips and suggestions, The 106 Common Mistakes Homebuyers Make, Second Edition is the book to have for a smooth, successful, and emotionally rewarding homebuying experience.
| Author | : Gary W. Eldred |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 290 |
| Release | : 2003-07-22 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 9780471433422 |
New safe way to grow wealthIn a volatile stock market, investors need new and safer ways to grow their wealth. Make Money with FixerUppers and Renovations shows investors, including beginners, how to buy at bargain prices and use market analysis techniques and creative improvements to add thousands of dollars to the value of their properties. This stepbystep guide covers all the fundamentals, including how to "fix and flip" properties, evaluate competitive properties, locate great properties at great prices, enhance space, raise cash, and learn about lease options.Gary W. Eldred, PhD (Gainesville, FL) is a realtor who has served on the graduate business faculty at Stanford University and the University of Illinois. He is also the coauthor of Investing in Real Estate, Fourth Edition (047132339X) and author of Yes! You Can Own the Home You Want (0471099783) and The 106 Common Mistakes Homebuyers Make (and How to Avoid Them) (0471126586), all published by Wiley.
| Author | : Gary W. Eldred |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 288 |
| Release | : 2008-06-27 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 0470288272 |
Make Money with Affordable Apartment Buildings and Commercial Properties, Second Edition, shows you how to build wealth with affordable multi-unit residential and commercial buildings. Low-priced income properties can yield higher returns than single-family homes?especially if you manage them yourself. This book shows you how to find, assess, buy, and manage apartment buildings, retail offices, self-storage, and other overlooked investment alternatives. In today?s tough housing market, these properties offer great returns.
| Author | : Robert Irwin |
| Publisher | : Dearborn Real Estate Education |
| Total Pages | : 204 |
| Release | : 1995 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 9780793112937 |
ACHIEVE THE DREAM OF HOME OWNERSHIP! Updated with the best online resources available, the second edition of Robert Irwin's bestselling book, Buy Your First Home!, will help first-time homebuyers navigate the homebuying process. From selecting a property to closing, Irwin answers your questions and coaches you every step of the way. Buy Your First Home! addresses all the potential roadblocks a first-time homebuyer might encounter, including how to: -- Determine whether it's better to buy or rent.-- Identify "must have" features and an affordable price range.-- Scope out available properties using the Internet.-- Obtain your credit history using online resources.-- Find the best mortgage and arrange preapproval of financing.-- Deal with disclosures and inspections. Complete with up-to-date information on everything from taxes to technology, Irwin equips first-timers with the knowledge necessary to move forward into the home-buying process as informed consumers.
| Author | : Gary W. Eldred |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 327 |
| Release | : 2008-03-03 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 047018342X |
Start making money today—with the ultimate guide for first-time investors No matter what the market does, real estate stilloffers plenty of money-making opportunities. In this new edition of The Beginner's Guide to Real Estate Investing, Gary W. Eldred presents the toolsand knowledge new investors need to get started profitably. Packed with smart money-making strategies and real-life stories from successful investors, this edition also covers the latest information on financing, foreclosures, cash flow, and much more. You'll not only master the basics of investing, but also discover specialized techniques that the pros rely on to grow their long-term wealth. Concise yet comprehensive, this practical guide shows you how to: Find great deals on properties with big potential Get started with low- or no-down payment financing Utilize creative financing options and otherpeople's money Buy low-cost foreclosures and REOs Make value-adding improvements to any property Craft winning offers and negotiate like a pro Manage rental properties hassle-free Flip investment properties for fast profit In addition, Eldred shows you how to tailor your investment strategy to make money almost anywhere, in any type of market. With proven techniques, timeless principles, and totally up-to-date information, The Beginner's Guide to Real Estate Investing, Second Edition is the perfect place to start building a prosperous future—today.
| Author | : Gary W. Eldred |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 316 |
| Release | : 2003-07-14 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 9780471433446 |
In the Make Money series, renowned real estate investor and bestselling author Gary W. Eldred shows you how to profit from the safest, most reliable wealth builder in the world-real estate. With coverage of all the fundamentals-from finding the right properties to financing and managing them-Eldred shows you the ropes so you don't have to learn important lessons the hard way. Unlike general guides to investing in real estate, each title in the Make Money series gives you the specialized expertise necessary to fully profit from a select investment strategy. Make Money with Condominiums and Townhouses shows homebuyers and investors how to travel the road to real estate wealth-often with little or nothing down. As an affordable investment vehicle, condominiums and townhouses offer numerous advantages over other types of rental property-they require relatively little day-to-day management, they tend to attract more desirable tenants than other rental properties, and they offer low risk and high returns. Full of time-tested techniques and proven money-making strategies, Make Money with Condominiums and Townhouses will show you how to: * Relax while you put your money to work * Find properties with high rates of appreciation * Evaluate homeowner association finances * Choose profitable locations * Understand the changing demographics that may affect your investment * Finance your properties with little or no money down * Achieve positive cash flow quickly * Build up equity * Understand by-laws, disclosure statements, and management contracts
| Author | : Nancy Conner |
| Publisher | : "O'Reilly Media, Inc." |
| Total Pages | : 354 |
| Release | : 2010-04-13 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 1449390722 |
Home ownership is a cornerstone of the American dream, but it's a complex process that, without the right guidance, can seem like a nightmare. This Missing Manual takes you through the process of buying a home, from start to finish. Along the way, you'll use the book's expert advice and fill-in forms to identify the house you want, figure out what kind of neighborhood you want to live in, determine what a target home is really worth, make an offer, and close the deal. Throughout the process, this book helps you: Realistically determine how much house you can afford Assemble a real estate team that's looking after your interests and not the seller's Understand the different ways to finance your house, and which is best for you Create an attractive offer with the best chance of acceptance Learn what lenders look for so you can get your mortgage approved Inspect your new home to uncover potential problems Prepare all the right paperwork for a smooth closing
| Author | : Gary W. Eldred |
| Publisher | : Wiley |
| Total Pages | : 290 |
| Release | : 2003-04-07 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 9780471263951 |
One of America’s top real estate authorities explains the inside secrets of the mortgage business Each year, more than ten million American homebuyers, homeowners, and realty investors enter the mortgage arena to finance or refinance their homes and rental properties. And each year, millions of borrowers pay more than they have to. But you won’t be one of them with Gary Eldred’s 106 Mortgage Secrets All Homebuyers Must Learn–But Lenders Don’t Tell. Eldred explains all of your mortgage options and gives you the inside information you need to make the most intelligent money-saving choices. He simplifies the complicated math of mortgage financing and tells you how to make sure your loan rep is being honest with you. He covers every aspect of the mortgage process and highlights the key criteria you should always consider when making your decision. With these 106 secrets, you’ll have the confidence and the knowledge to: Increase your borrowing power Get the lowest interest rate Understand ARMs Cut the cost of mortgage insurance Save big with seller financing, foreclosures, and REOs Perfect your credit profile Avoid getting taken by the fine print Get maximum return on your home investment There’s no reason to get a good mortgage, when you can get the perfect one for you. Simple, concise, and comprehensive, this book covers everything mortgage hunters should know–especially the 106 secrets lenders don’t want to reveal.
