How to Buy a House in California
Author | : Ralph E. Warner |
Publisher | : NOLO |
Total Pages | : 372 |
Release | : 2000 |
ISBN-10 | : 0873375718 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780873375719 |
Rating | : 4/5 (18 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This bestseller provides effective strategies for buying a house in California's unique real estate market. Home buyers learn how to: -- choose a neighborhood and find a house -- raise money for a down payment -- unearth the best mortgage -- take advantage of creative financing techniques, such as private mortgages and probate sales -- choose and work with a real estate agent -- inspect a house for physical problems and environmental hazards -- make an offer and successfully negotiate a contract -- go through escrow and take titleHow to Buy a House in California provides detailed advice on how to use the Internet to compare mortgages and apply for a loan, find and screen houses, gather community information and much more Includes all necessary real estate forms and worksheets, including offer forms and disclosure statements.