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| 1. | Forget 'Dummies'. Listen to Ilyce! |
| (Baltimore, MD United States) April 29, 2004 - 5.0/5 stars |
| I'm in the process of learning about buying a home. I've read 5-6 books on
the subject. Some books explain things a bit but still leave you with
questions. Other books seem to "preach" their philosophy but
that... read full review |
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| 2. | I bought three books and this one was the best |
| (Atlanta, GA, USA) May 10, 2001 - 5.0/5 stars |
| When I was starting the process of buying my first house, I bought this
book (actually, the first edition from 1994), along with two others. One
of the others was "Kiplinger's Buying and Selling a Home" and... read full review |
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| 3. | Helped settle my nerves! |
| (Allston, MA USA) August 22, 2001 - 5.0/5 stars |
| I really enjoyed this book. The author included helpful annecdotes to
illustrate the points she was making. The book is formatted very clearly,
with great insets for first time buyers, or those buying new construction... read full review |
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| 4. | 10 Stars! |
| (Austin, TX United States) July 5, 2003 - 5.0/5 stars |
| This book is a solid refined work of art. This lady KNOWS Everythin. We
will be well prepared for our 1st home purchase. Should be required by law
for all new and experienced homebuyers for their own good. And it isn`t... read full review |
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| 5. | Great Primer for Home Buyers |
| (South America) May 11, 2005 - 5.0/5 stars |
| Great book. First-time home buyers know they need to jump in the market.
They have some money saved and they're being bombarded with advice from
friends, family, the media, and industry professionals. They're nervous... read full review |
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| 6. | The best I have read yet |
| (Chatsworth, CA USA) June 4, 2004 - 5.0/5 stars |
| I have read 5 books on home buying in preparation of purchase of a new home
and this book has been the best of them (I also recommend "How to save
Thousands of Dollars on your Home Mortgage"). The book deals... read full review |
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| 7. | 100 Questions Every First Time Home Buyer Should Ask /Glink |
| (Bronxville, New York USA) April 1, 2005 - 5.0/5 stars |
| This is an important acquisition for any first time home buyer.
It
explains very methodically both the pitfalls and opportunities
available to first time buyers. The author explains how commissions work
and how discount... read full review |
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| 8. | Fabulous Resource ! |
| (Arizona) December 18, 2004 - 5.0/5 stars |
| I had the nerves and worries of the first-time buyer -- the housing market
in my city seemed outrageous and I had no idea if I could buy what I
wanted. This book walked me through a lot of the issues: what I want vs.
what... read full review |
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| 9. | Best book on the subject! |
| (Anywhere and Everywhere) November 2, 2004 - 5.0/5 stars |
| This is a GREAT resource...a simple step-by-step approach to an otherwise
daunting undertaking. The author writes like she is explaining the
process to a friend. |
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| 10. | Overwhelming in its thoroughness |
| (Denver, CO United States) June 10, 2004 - 5.0/5 stars |
| Wow! I bought this book and "Home Buying for Dummies." This is by
far the better book. As my husband and I embark on this tenuous journey of
home ownership, we are nervous to the point of being panicked,... read full review |
