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Bibliographic Detail
Publisher Nolo
Publication date March 30, 2007
Pages 413
Binding Paperback
Edition 11
Book category Adult Non-Fiction
ISBN-13 9781413304039
ISBN-10 1413304036
Dimensions 0.75 by 7.50 by 9.25 in.
Weight 1.50 lbs.
Original list price $34.99
Summaries and Reviews
Amazon.com description: Product Description: The most complete guide to buying a home in the Golden State

A thorough, practical guide to every aspect of buying a house, How to Buy a House in California will help you make informed decisions that can save you thousands of dollars. With this bestseller in hand, you'll learn how to:

  • choose a house and neighborhood
  • find the right agent
  • get the most up-to-date information on mortgage options and rates
  • take advantage of creative financing strategies - from
  • seller financing to government loans
  • figure out how much down payment you can afford
  • make an offer and negotiate with confidence for the best price
  • buy a new house in a development
  • inspect a house for physical problems and environmental hazards
  • juggle buying and selling houses simultaneously
  • successfully go through escrow

    The 11th edition is completely updated and provides an easy method for calculating how much house you can afford. Plus, you'll find the current rules for government-assisted loans and the latest resources.

    List of Forms:
    Ideal House Profile
    House Priorities Worksheet
    House Comparison Worksheet
    Family Financial Statement
    Directions for Completing the Family Financial Statement

  • Editions
    Paperback
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    With Ilona M. Bray (other contributor), George Devine, Ira Serkes, Alayna Schroeder (other contributor) | 11 edition from Nolo (March 30, 2007)
    9781413304039 | details & prices | 413 pages | 7.50 × 9.25 × 0.75 in. | 1.50 lbs | List price $34.99
    About: The most complete guide to buying a home in the Golden State A thorough, practical guide to every aspect of buying a house, How to Buy a House in California will help you make informed decisions that can save you thousands of dollars.
    With Ilona M. Bray, George Devine, Ira Serkes | 10th edition from Nolo (February 28, 2005)
    9781413300673 | details & prices | 8.25 × 10.50 × 1.00 in. | 1.92 lbs | List price $29.99
    About: The most complete guide to buying a home in the Golden State.
    With George Devine, Ira Serkes | 9th edition from Nolo (June 1, 2003)
    9780873379229 | details & prices | 368 pages | 8.50 × 10.75 × 1.00 in. | 1.95 lbs | List price $34.99
    With George Devine, Ira Serkes | 8th edition from Nolo (September 1, 2002)
    9780873378109 | details & prices | 8.25 × 10.50 × 0.75 in. | 1.90 lbs | List price $34.99
    With George Devine, Ira Serkes | 7th edition from Nolo (September 1, 2001)
    9780873377119 | details & prices | 8.25 × 11.00 × 1.00 in. | 1.85 lbs | List price $34.95
    About: Buying a house is one of the largest and most important investments you’ll ever make, and you need to make sure you get the best house for your money.
    With George Devine, Ira Serkes | 6th edition from Nolo (June 1, 2000)
    9780873375719 | details & prices | 8.50 × 11.00 × 0.75 in. | 1.80 lbs | List price $29.95
    About: Book by Warner, Ralph E.
    5th edition from Nolo (January 1, 1999)
    9780873374606 | details & prices | List price $24.95
    With George Devine, Ira Serkes | 4th edition from Nolo (October 1, 1996)
    9780873373562 | details & prices | 8.75 × 11.00 × 0.75 in. | 1.80 lbs | List price $24.95
    About: Here are effective strategies for buying a house in California's changing market.
    With George Devine, Ira Serke | 3rd edition from Nolo (August 1, 1994)
    9780873372572 | details & prices | 8.50 × 11.00 × 0.75 in. | 1.65 lbs | List price $24.95

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