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Authors: Robert Irwin
ISBN-13: 9780071388764, ISBN-10: 0071388761
Format: Paperback
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies, The
Date Published: October 2002
Edition: REV

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Author Biography: Robert Irwin

Robert Irwin is one of America's most respected experts in all areas of real estate and the author of more than 20 books, including the bestsellers in the McGraw-Hill Tips and Traps series.

Book Synopsis

Think there are no more bargains left in today's real estate market? Think again!

Can you imagine paying 50% less than the market value of a property even in today's market? Absolutely! Robert Irwin, America's best-selling real estate expert, shows buyers and investors where to look for great deals in real estate.

  • Learn how to get in on the ground floor of a foreclosure by working directly with the seller.
  • Navigate your way through the maze of Repos: HUD, Fannie Mae, FDIC, and more!
  • Uncover the ins and outs of buying at auctions.
  • Discover the multitude of financing options available to you.
  • Get critical tips and helpful guidelines for inspecting property.
  • Understand the latest tax laws, and learn how to work with brokers.

How to Find Hidden Real Estate Bargains is fully revised and updated for today's sizzling marketplace and savvy real estate buyer. There are still hidden real estate treasures out there. Robert Irwin will show you where to find them.

Robert Irwin is one of America's most respected experts in all areas of real estate and the author of more than 20 books, including the bestsellers in the McGraw-Hill Tips and Traps series.

Table of Contents

Preface
1How to Find a Bargain1
2Seven Things to Look For in a Bargain9
3Foreclosure Opportunities27
4Buying Discounted Mortgages In Foreclosure37
5Buying at Foreclosure Auctions: Big Risks, Big Profits45
6REOs: The Most Popular Foreclosures51
7Buying FHA and VA Repos61
8Private REOs67
9Distressed Properties71
10Probate, Tax, Auctions, and Other Forced Sales83
11Motivated Sellers95
12Getting Real Estate Brokers to Work for You103
13Hidden Treasures in Financing111
14Getting Started on a Shoestring121
15When the Market Drops131
Appendix: The Priority of Mortgages155
Index157

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