Your First Home : The Proven Path to Home Ownership

“Let a team of real-life experts share their real estate wisdom along with heartwarming stories to show you how to achieve the dream of home ownership. I wish I had this information when I bought my first home. The good news for you? You can!”-Bob Burg, author of Endless Referrals and coauthor of The Go-Giver

There is a special category of life's firsts. First kiss. Driving for the first time. Going away to college. Starting your first job. Saying, “I do.” Having a child ... All these unique moments bring significance to the story of your life. Whether you're from Calgary, Cocoa Beach, or any place in between, walking into your own home for the first time is just as magical.

Drawn from the real-life experiences of hundreds of thousands of first-time home buyers, Your First Home provides proven, practical guidance on how to:

• Hire a great real estate agent
• Determine what you can afford to buy
• Secure the best financing
• Recognize the right home for you
• Craft a winning offer and negotiate with sellers
• Spot serious issues at inspection
• Close on your new home and maintain it

You'll also learn about successful creative financing strategies and ways to overcome less-than-perfect credit.