Rachel Elson
Deputy Editor, Money
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Recommended by Rachel Elson
“From wish list to closing, every stage of the home buying process gets a deep dive here. Ilyce Glink walks new buyers through each step, addressing not just real estate questions but also the life, family and relationship issues that can come into play with such a big financial commitment. With personal tales fleshing out the book — offering both happy endings and horror stories — Glink has created a vital guidebook for new homeowners. Buy this book if you're hunting for a home.” (from Amazon)
Ilyce R. Glink(you?)
From the most trusted name in real estate, a new and fully updated edition of the indispensable guide that helps first-time buyers land the home of their dreams What does "location, location, location" really mean? How do I decide what to offer on a house? What exactly is the closing? Buying a home is one of the most important decisions in any person's life. It will be the place where you plant your roots, come home after a long day, raise a family, or make a successful investment. But how, with everything from student loans and an uncertain marketplace stacked against you, do you get to that idyllic future? In 100 Questions Every First-Time Home Buyer Should Ask, Ilyce Glink, one of the most trusted names in real estate, answers all of your questions about home buying--and some you didn't know you had--and takes you on a personal journey from open houses to moving day. Weaving together advice from top brokers around the country with illustrative stories and her own unparalleled expertise, 100 Questions is a one-stop shop to getting the home of your dreams.