The First-time Homeowner's Survival Guide - A Crash Course in Dealing with Repairs, Renovations, Property Tax Issues, and Other Potential Disasters (Paperback)

For many new homeowners, the euphoria that comes with buying the perfect new house can soon turn into total panic. First-time buyers often feel overwhelmed by the amount of maintenance their new home requires -- not to mention the nasty problems and surprises that seem to be lurking around every corner (and in every wall). Finally, author and real estate guru Sid Davis provides the antidote for the common worries that plague every new owner. From easy repairs to seemingly insurmountable projects, readers will discover sanity-saving advice on: Improving roofing, siding, walkways, and driveways Fixing or replacing appliances and fixtures Refinancing tips and traps Reducing the costs of home ownership and maintenance Lowering property taxes Working with contractors and not getting taken Insurance tips Budgeting for the unexpected. Owning a home should be exciting, not terrifying. Now with this reassuring guide, novice homeowners can experience all of the joy, and none of the trepidation, that comes with having a place of their own.

General

Imprint:	Amacom Books
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	August 2007
First published:	2007
Authors:	Sid Davis
Dimensions:	231 x 152 x 19mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	224
ISBN-13:	978-0-8144-7372-6
Categories:	Books > Health, Home & Family > Home & house maintenance > General
LSN:	0-8144-7372-5
Barcode:	9780814473726

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