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Home Buying for Dummies
Eric Tyson, Ray Brown

Rating: 4.5/5 Stars
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Now I'm ready to handle the chaotic property market!
(Sunnyvale, CA USA) March 24, 2001 - 5.0/5 stars

My perspective on buying a home has changed 180 degrees after buying this book. Not only that, but now I finally know why there are so many dummie books sold each year.

The writing is easy to flow through. The content is tight, essential and highly informative. I was inches away from buying a home before I read this book and now not only did I decide otherwise, but I'm trained to recognize when will be the right time to buy and the right home to own. Here are a few highlights...Buy a home only if you have at least a 20% down payment and another 5% for closing costs.

This formula will usually yield you the best bargain. But you also have to determine how long you plan on staying in the home.

How long you stay in the home will determine what type of loan will give you the best return. Knowing these details will save you thousands already.

Then the book goes on to talk about the pros and cons of the different types of homes, ie condominiums, attached homes, etc. locations, new vs old homes, etc. What's also interesting is that through a bit of cross promotion, they include home buying guidance with financial management tips.

OK, basically they imply that you should go on to read their other books about financial planning, taxes and mortgages, but if you think about it, its very sensible.

Buying a home changes your entire financial standing. Not only is it critical to see how your mortgage will affect your other financial goals, its essential.

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6.	Great for first-time home buyers
	(Germany) March 15, 2005 - 5.0/5 stars
	This is a very good comprehensive introduction to the home-buying process for first-time homeowners. It's very easy to read yet guides you in the crucial areas of buying a home. A must read for those who have never bought a home but are considering it.

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7.	Now I'm ready to handle the chaotic property market!
	(Sunnyvale, CA USA) March 24, 2001 - 5.0/5 stars
	My perspective on buying a home has changed 180 degrees after buying this book. Not only that, but now I finally know why there are so many dummie books sold each year. The writing is easy to flow through. The content... read full review

8.	Buying a House? Buy this book 1st (it will pay for itself)
	(Pensacola, FL United States) March 12, 2001 - 5.0/5 stars
	My wife and I purchased this book to help us in our hunt for our first home. We were total novices about the entire home buying process since we had always been apartment dwellers. I read through the book several... read full review

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Home Buying for Dummies
Eric Tyson, Ray Brown


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	This may be the best comprehensive guide for home buyers. Home Buying for Dummies is coauthored by Eric Tyson, author of several other books in the For Dummies series, and Ray Brown, a long-time real estate professional... read full editorial

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