Home Buying Kit for Dummies

Negotiate a great price Find your best mortgage Discover applications and checklists online Get the Best Deal on Your New Home When it comes to buying a home, it's hard to know where to begin. You want to buy at a fair price at the right time--not always easy in a fast-changing market. The updated Home Buying Kit has all you need: strategies to secure the optimal deal, the ins and outs of home financing, how to evaluate rent vs. buy, and the latest on regulations around mortgage interest and property tax. Whether a first-time buyer or veteran homeowner, this book will help you make the smart decisions that move you into your dream home in no time Inside... Get your finances in order Improve your credit score Choose the right mortgage Build your real estate team Maximize your financial health Inspect and protect your home Understand and minimize closing costs