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Nonprofit Law Dictionary (Nonprofit Law, Finance & Management)
Bruce R. Hopkins
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ASIN: 0471149020 |
Book Description
Buying a home is a complex process that involves a delicate balance of financial, emotional, and practical factors. This essential resource helps readers come out on top, revealing the best strategies for finding and buying a new home -- while saving money every step of the way.
Whether looking for a house, condo, co-op, or manufactured home, readers will learn how to:
* Hire the right agent * determine financial limits * develop relationships with banks and other potential lenders * evaluate communities * get prequalified or preapproved for a mortgage * negotiate the best price and terms * and more.
There's also a checklist of the 15 costliest mistakes homebuyers make -- and how to avoid every one of them -- plus crucial information on how to sell a home. Owning a home is the American dream, but achieving it can be a nightmarish experience. With this vital information and great strategies, readers will not only find their dream home faster, they will do everything right to move in quickly and confidently!
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excellent guide for homebuyers.......2007-03-19
This guide is one of the better ones out there -- it is up-to-date and practical, with lots of examples and checklists to follow. It has especially helpful advice for finding mortgages, dealing with agents, and preparing an offer. The author provides several links to websites that are reputable and extremely useful when preparing to by a house. Read this, if you read anything.
Definitely worth reading before purchasing.......2006-03-26
As a real estate consultant, I bought this book to see if it could serve as a reference and handbook for clients, and it certainly will. The topics are relevant, current, and accurate and expand on important issues involved in purchasing a home - your credit, mortgage options, taxes, what to look for when visiting properties, services of a realtor, and resale. Several helpful checklists are also provided.
From J Eastman - Richmond, VA.......2005-05-06
When my wife and I decided a few months ago that we were going to buy our first home, I went to our library and took out two books on home buying. One of them was your "Survival Guide". I toted that book around for the past two months and finally turned it back in today after we closed on our house.
My wife and I are the type who want to know as much as we can about everything that we are involved in, and your book really helped us to navigate the very involved and complex road to home-buying. We left the closing this morning feeling like we had done everything right, from shopping mortgages to negotiating after the home inspection. I believe that your book has helped us to save thousands of dollars!
Thank you for writing such a fine resource!
Concise and Thorough.......2004-08-04
I'm in the process of buying my first home, and this book has been extremely helpful. The author covers all of the things you need to know and has lots of tips and things to consider. He walks you through the processes and tells you what to expect. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is just getting started and has questions about the process of buying a home.
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RE/MAX Home Buyer's Survival Guide
Bridget McCrea
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Everybody Wins: The Story and Lessons Behind RE/MAX
ASIN: 1402735413 |
Book Description
Today’s home buyers face what can seem like a bewildering array of questions. How do you find a trustworthy agent? Which mortgage is right for you? Is remodeling a worthwhile investment? But making the right decisions for your situation doesn’t have to be an overwhelming experience. Like millions of people, you too can efficiently work through the process with ease and reach your dreams of homeownership.
Real estate guru Bridget McCrea and RE/MAX, ranked as the Best of the Best in real estate services for the sixth time in seven years by Entrepreneur magazine, help you determine what you can afford and where you want to buy. Don’t make a move without checking essential information on selecting an agent, evaluating mortgages, understanding inspection reports, keeping closing costs down to a minimum, and more.
Draw on the straight facts and practical, real-world advice of some of the best professionals in the industry to purchase your perfect house.
RE/MAX will donate all its proceeds from the sale of this book to their family of charitable organizations.
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Homesellers who spend a little time and effort making their homes more marketable will net thousands of dollars more than those who simply put 'For Sale' signs up on the front lawn and call it a day.
A Survival Guide for Selling a Home helps readers face the challenges of deciding whether or not to use an agent (and 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. Featuring handy checklists, worksheets, and examples, the book takes readers step by step through the process of selling their homes, giving them valuable information on essential topics including how to:
* prepare the home to be shown
* negotiate offers
* avoid costly mistakes
* attract serious buyers through marketing
* take the stress out of closing
* and get top dollar in any market
In addition, the book discusses options such as renting and keeping the home as an investment, tips on moving and storage, and even a list of the seven biggest and costliest homeselling mistakes.
Customer Reviews:
This book is Great!.......2006-09-27
This book is very easy to read and contains all types of information about selling a home that most people wouldn't know (unless they were a realtor.) I highly recommend this book to get the most money out of your house.
Be prepared before you sell.......2006-03-26
Very detailed explanations on marketing your home for sale, using a realtor or selling "For Sale By Owner," handling offers, and options to selling. I found it well worth reading.
Step-By-Step to Selling Your Home.......2005-06-22
Here's what the book contains:
Chapter 1 - Selling FSBO or Using An Agent
Chapter 2 - Prep Your Home To Sell For More
Chapter 3: Marketing your home
Chapter 4: Handling offers - the art of the deal
Chapter 5: Selling a condo, co-op or townhouse
Chapter 6 - Financing and money matters for sellers
Chapter 7 - If your home doesn't Sell and other options
Chapter 8 - Renting and keeping your home as an investment
Chapter 9 - Buying your next home
Chapter 10 - Decluttering, moving and yard sales
Appendix A - Why home values increase
Appendix B-Features that affect marketing time and selling price
Appendix C-- Marketing do's and don't's
Appendix D-- Dos and don'ts when you get an offer
Appendix E-- What your ads need to attract quality buyers
Appendix F-The Most Costly Mistakes Sellers Make
Index
I wish I'd had this last year to help with selling my house. This has lots of info to guide you through a trying experience. It's what you need to know to get the best deal possible.
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Fully revised and updated 3rd edition and the best-selling book about buying property in Italy since it was first published in 1999. Essential reading for anyone planning to buy a home in Italy and the most comprehensive and up-to-date source of information available. Buying a Home in Italy is designed to guide you through the property jungle and make buying a home a pleasant and enjoyable experience. Most importantly, it contains vital information to help you avoid disasters that can turn your dream home into a nightmare - and will also save you time, trouble and money!
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A tell it like it is book.......2007-04-10
This is excellent in that we had to take a good hard look at what we dreamed of doing in another part of the world..Yes the notion of living in Tuscany is very inviting..but if you are not a negotiator or have the patience to work on a project like buying or leasing from a foreign agent ..you will be very disappointed.. The book pointed out the paper work and the slow pace that they work at in Italy.. ANd we as Americans
have a tendency to demand results now..and it just doesn't work that way.
If if you had a rich relative in Italy that left you a place. I would probably take years and several translators to get the job done..It opened out eyes to situations we had not been aware of..i am so glad we bought this book..Vry honest and down to earth..covers everything...
Don't bother if you're an American!.......2003-01-21
This book is all but useless to residents of the US looking for good information about moving to Italy. The book is mostly for residents of EU countries, England most specifically. Altho there are a few items of general interest, and some mention of things pertaining to US citizens, I think it would be a waste of money for anyone who needs serious, current advice. Please note the the 2 favorable reviews are from people who are not US citizens. Save your money!
BUYING A HOME IN ITALY.......2002-11-22
A MUST-HAVE BOOK IF YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT THE PITFALLS AS WELL AS THE PLEASURES OF HAVING A HOME IN ITALY - THERE IS AN INCREDIBLE AMOUNT OF INFORMATION, PRESENTED IN A PLEASANT AND ACCESSIBLE STYLE. WONDERFUL VALUE!
italian home buying details revealed.......2000-04-11
an informative book which unravels the mysteries of setting up home in italy. the book does not romanticise the aspects of venturing into the italian real estate market, nor does it dissuade the reader from pursuing the venture any farther. rather, the book provides an objective and practical guide to house buying in italy. it also has helpful information about everyday living in italy such as setting up a bank account. i have read several books on the subject and recommend this book thoroughly. (i also recommend victoria pybus's "living and working in italy".)
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A no-holds-barred guide to safe and successful buying and selling on the popular online auction site. Reveals the strategies of winning bidders and offers tips for beating competitors to get the items you want--without overpaying or becoming the victim of scams. Filled with practical advice for avoiding frauds, what to do if an item doesn't sell, how to list items effectively, choosing an auction type, how to get the best price and much more. An excellent resource for anyone looking to steer clear of scammers, execute successful transactions, and win good stuff!
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Best book to know about ebay online.......2007-03-14
This book was excellent and very informative. At first there was so many to chose from but I am positive I made the right choice. It is not expensive and worth every penny. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in either buying or selling on ebay.
'SOLD AMERICAN!!!".......2006-02-10
Are you a frequent buyer or seller on eBay. If you are, this book is for you. Author Michael Banks, has written an outstanding book that is a nonconformist, irreverent, and realistic handbook for both buyers and sellers.
Banks, begins by presenting an overview of the organization and structure of eBay, along with what it offers and the basics of how it works. Then, he covers the basics of participating in eBay auctions. The author continues by introducing you to the basics of searching on eBay. In addition, he also shows you how to combine basic search techniques with Search commands and unconventional techniques to conduct truly high-powered searches. The author also considers the relationship between value, price, and demand, and looks at some methods for calculating prices. Then, the author takes a look at how you can fit the profile of the ideal seller, and how to handle those less-than-ideal buyers you may consider. Next, he shows you how to decide what you are going to sell.
Next, the author suggests how you might go about finding items to sell on eBay. Then, he explains how to go about creating a successful auction. The author continues by showing you how to write copy on eBay. In addition, he covers how to relist an item and how to improve your chances of selling it. The author also presents an overview of things you should know before you bid and buy on eBay, focusing on dealing with sellers. Then, he answers questions about bidding and tracking auctions, along with information about techniques and tools you can use to win consistently. Next, he presents some approaches to getting those auction items you've lost. Then, the author covers the steps and options involved in paying for and getting your items. The author continues by looking at some common scams and downright illegal activities that take place on eBay. In addition, he looks at several types of products that aren't what they appear to be. Finally, the authors shows you how you might go about getting information about an eBay member, through eBay and other channels.
This excellent book shows you how eBay works; how to find things on eBay; how to bid effectively and win; the best times for buying and selling; how to draw bidders without spending a bunch on eBay auction features; how to spot shills, fraudulent sellers and deadbeat buyers; and, a lot more. In addition, you'll find information about how to handle the offline aspects of online buying and selling, and some useful information about using the Internet in general.
Get this book.......2006-01-06
This book is great whether you are new to eBay or you have been using it for years. I have done some buying and selling on eBay and while I don't consider myself an expert I felt pretty confident in my abilities. There are a great many books out there about mastering eBay, but this one stands out amongst the crowd. This book opened my eyes to a whole lot more that eBay can do, for me, for you. The first chapter is the basics of what eBay is. After that it is a plethora of information. It covers topics from how to search to how to bid and how to post and item for the best results and how to attract bidders. This should be called the eBay bible because it is all you need. It can save you money, time, and effort. This book is packed with information that is easy to read and understand. Space is not wasted on excessive graphics; only the most appropriate and useful graphics are included. It is a fast read especially when you start getting excited about what you will learn and how soon you can use this knowledge. For those who are interested in eBay it is a page-turner. I am recommending this book to any one who uses eBay, from beginners to seasoned eBayers. The author participated in some of the original auctions in 1983 aimed at trading computer parts on college campuses, and now is a regular on eBay. He has written over 40 books on various topics, such as technology, writing and eBay.
Covers just about everything including discerning the 'real prices' of items and learning more effective bidding strategies.......2005-12-06
Michael Banks' The eBay Survival Guide is another fine guide to selling and buying on eBay - and avoiding common pitfalls - which covers just about everything including discerning the 'real prices' of items and learning more effective bidding strategies. From using HTML in listings and handling templates to considering private auctions and handling problem buyers or sellers, all the basics of the interactive auction forum that is eBay are covered.
A practical guide for all aspects of eBay.......2005-12-05
If you've never used eBay before you'd be silly to do so without first picking up 'The eBay Survival Guide' by Michael Banks. Even if you've been using the auction site for years you will also benefit from the information found in this book.
'The eBay Survival Guide' starts out, not surprisingly, with an overview and history of online auctions and of eBay itself. It then moves on to how the site works and also provides some great tips and techniques for finding items you want. Even though I've been using eBay since 1999 I found it interesting to go back to the beginning and get an overall sense of what's really happening on one of the biggest sites on the internet.
The next major section of the book is geared toward those people who are using the site to sell things. That brings up a point worth mentioning. This book is for both sellers and buyers on eBay. It's a 'survival guide' for all users, not just a "how to make lots of money on eBay" book. I'll look at the section for buyers in a minute. The section for sellers includes suggestions for creating better listings, when to relist items, how to deal with problems that may arise and so on. It's loaded with screenshots, so you're not just reading about eBay you're seeing what things will look like when you use the real site. I think a great many sellers would benefit from reading Chapter 10 called, "How To Create Listings That Sell". Banks points out the many pluses that come with writing effective descriptions and titles for your auction items.
Next comes the section for buyers. Again there are lots of screenshots that really help bring the examples to life. And there are more than just a few examples. The book is obviously written from a great deal of personal experience not just clinical research. Banks' anecdote about the historic airplane photograph and negative (page 186) is proof of this. In presenting it he helps illustrate best practices for bidding, outbidding and sniping. Here's an area where I had some experience but again felt that the book either reinforced some of the things I already knew (making me feel more confident in bidding) or suggested things I should be doing but wasn't (like spending more time researching other bidders).
Near the end of the book he discusses how not to get ripped off using eBay and in doing so exposes some of the uglier sides of the site. This is important information though and helps buyers and sellers better understand what can go wrong and how to avoid it.
Throughout the book Banks writes in a clear easy-to-understand style that feels like a friend sitting down to explain eBay to you. Despite the fact that the guide is about an internet website it feels not at all like a computer textbook. Its short concise sections make finding the information easy and learning from it even easier. You should find it easy to pick up the book and skip to whatever section is currently most relevant to your eBay activities. The well-written index also helps you to find the help you need quickly.
Whether you're new to eBay or not and no matter whether you're buying or selling it's a sure bet that "The eBay Survival Guide: How to Make Money and Avoid Losing Your Shirt" will help you get the most out of online auctions. Highly recommended.
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How to sell your home in today's market. What to repair and where to invest your dollars for the greatest returns. How to handle real estate agents as a buyer or seller. What to look for in buying a new property, tips on mortgages, taxes, bank loans and more.
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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.
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The Homebuyer's Survival Guide
Kenneth W. Edwards
Manufacturer: Dearborn Trade Pub
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ASIN: 079310906X |
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Home Buyer Beware.......2000-09-26
If you're a first-time home buyer, or repeat buyer, this book should address every real estate problem, situation or issue that would arise in your venture to buy your home. Knowledge is power, so I would advise readers to prepare themselves for what may be the biggest investment of their lives. I read it five years ago, and find that it is still very relevant today.
It covers topics such as: Developing a financial strategy dealing with, and selecting real estate agents, sellers, attorneys, lenders, inspectors, escrow and title companies, deciding on a property, mobile homes, condominiums, country property, landlording, mortgages, offers and negotiating, closings, contingencies, etc.
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The Homeseller's Survival Guide
Kenneth W. Edwards
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