Table of Contents
Foreword.
Preface Greed, Fear, And Opportunity In The New Real Estate Environment.
Introduction: Should You Buy Or Rent?
Part I Financing A Great Deal- Do Not Go Shopping Until You Know How Much Money You Have To Spend.
Chapter 1 Get Ready To Buy: Tools And Suggestions To Maximize Buying And Borrowing Power.
Chapter 2 How To Get The Cheapest Possible Loan At The Best Rate.
Chapter 3 Buying A Home With Little Or No Money Down; Plus, Obtaining Seller.
Part II Finding The Uncommon Deal On A Home.
Chapter 4 Finding The Perfect Property.
Chapter 5 How To Work With Agents And Other Buyer's Allies.
Chapter 6 The Secret To Buying A Distressed Property.
Chapter 7 Pre-Foreclosures And Short Sales.
Chapter 8 Foreclosures And Bank Owned Properties.
Chapter 9 Hidden Landmines To Look For.
Chapter 10 Creative Ways To Get The Seller To Accept Your Below-Market Offer.
Chapter 11 Negotiating On A Newly Constructed Property: What You Must Know Before Signing The Contract To Purchase.
Part III Getting Uncommon Deals On Closing Costs.
Chapter 12 The Closing Map: A Guide To Each Step In The Process.
Chapter 13 Using The Home Inspection To Lower The Price.
Chapter 14 Finding And Utilizing An Aggressive Attorney.
Chapter 15 The Walk-Through (The Final Inspection).
Chapter 16 The Importance Of Homeowner's Insurance.
Chapter 17 The Purchase Of Title Insurance.
Chapter 18 Closing Cost Guide: Determining The Complete Cost Of Selling Or Purchasing A Property.
Conclusion.
Acknowledements.
