Don't be another real estate victim! Get the know-how and tools you need to select, negotiate, and purchase a home on your terms Did you know that most buyers unwittingly pay thousands more for their homes than they should? Written by a nationally celebrated consumer advocate and former real estate broker, Not One Dollar More! tells you what you should know, do, and say to protect your hard-earned cash. The author takes you inside the maneuverings of the industry and explains in jargon-free English how to avoid paying top dollar for your new home. You'll learn how to arm yourself with simple tools and techniques to guard against real estate tricks and traps. And you'll discover the secrets to invisible negotiation, guaranteed to win you the best deal possible on your next home purchase--and save you a small fortune!
* Packed with real-life anecdotes and case studies
* Includes the questions you should always ask, with advice on inspecting homes, making offers, unearthing facts and hidden problems, and homebuyer mistakes
* Shows you how to obtain the best home loan possible
* Helps you find an agent who will represent your interests exclusively
* Includes a comprehensive online mortgage shopping section
"One of the great books on personal finance. Shows how to get a great deal and reads like a novel.. Five stars!" --James Scoff Tiernan Jr., Executive Director, American Consumers Association "Certainly the best and most enjoyable book on homebuying. Inspiring!" --Bruce Hahn, President, American Homeowners Foundation "Shows how to hold on to your money--with GREAT anecdotes." --Andrew Tobias, author, The Only Investment Guide You'll Ever Need