Nolo's Essential Guide to Buying Your First Home

A fun, sensible and unique guide through every aspect of buying a first home. Lower prices are giving people hope for buying their first home. But when is a bargain really a bargain? Nolo’s Essential Guide to Buying Your First Home gives readers the lowdown and they will find the latest information on: • deciding between a house, condo, co-op or townhouse • exploring the market for the best value • lining up financing, including borrowing from friends and family • getting inspections and insurance • negotiating with sellers or new home builders • successfully closing the deal Read the real-life stories of over 20 first-time homebuyers, as well as the insights from a team of 13 real estate professionals, including: • brokers • attorneys who specialize in real estate • a home inspector • a neighborhood researcher • a mortgage specialist • and more The CD-Rom provides invaluable forms and MP3s, including a budget worksheet, home inspection checklist and questions to ask. The 2nd edition reflects the current marketplace, includes tips on buying “green” and show what to look for in foreclosed properties