Smart Guide to Buying a Home »

Alfred and Emily Glossbrenner have written more than 50 books together, including Smart Guide to Managing Personal Finance. They live in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

An all-you-need-to-know introduction to purchasing a home—ideal for beginners as well as veterans wary of today's roller-coaster market
* Smart Strategies for surviving the crucial negotiation stage—what to watch out for and how to know when you've landed a successful deal
* Smart Advice on the ins and outs of choosing an agent, evaluating a property, and selecting the neighborhood that's right for you
* Smart Techniques and simple, step-by-step worksheets for determining your net worth and buying power
* Smart Insights into the entire home-buying process, from scouting to closing, so you always know where you stand, what's next, and what to expect
* Quick reading and easy referencing with a comprehensive index and loads of sidebars and tables

The Process of Buying a Home.
Pros and Cons of Owning a Home.
How Much House Can You Afford?
Homes and Locations.
Real Estate Agent Options.
Evaluating Properties.
Offers and Negotiations.
What You Need to Know About Mortgages.
Finding the Right Mortgage.
The Closing.
Index.