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This is another of Nolo Press's outstanding self-help books, this time targeting a specific California audience of people who, with a little footwork and research, can potentially save thousands of dollars by selling their home without a real estate agent, or lowering the cost of an agent by doing much of the work themselves.

Devine is an award-winning professor of real estate at San Francisco State University and a licensed real estate broker with more than 20 years of experience under his belt. Quite simply, California homeowners, following his advice, can save a bundle by selling their own home. This is the fourth updated edition of the book, incorporating the major changes in the California housing market and state and federal laws, and includes all the latest legal forms in a user-friendly guidebook. --Mark A. Hetts --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.



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"Contains forms and instructions for the entire selling process, from deciding when to sell to closing escrow." -- Los Angeles Times

"The best all-around workbook guide for do-it-yourself home sellers." -- San Jose Mercury News

"Well organized, and written in a straightforward, clear style -- San Diego Union-Tribune

"Contains forms and instructions for the entire selling process, from deciding when to sell to closing escrow." (Los Angeles Times )

"The best all-around workbook guide for do-it-yourself home sellers." (San Jose Mercury News 20080301)

"Well organized, and written in a straightforward, clear style " (San Diego Union-Tribune )

"Contains forms and instructions for the entire selling process, from deciding when to sell to closing escrow." -- Los Angeles Times

"The best all-around workbook guide for do-it-yourself home sellers." -- San Jose Mercury News

"Well organized, and written in a straightforward, clear style..." -- San Diego Union-Tribune

Product Details

  • Paperback: 240 pages
  • Publisher: NOLO; 9th edition (December 15, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1413307507
  • ISBN-13: 978-1413307504
  • Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6.9 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #601,339 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars All the Info You Need!, January 24, 2001
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I had a bought and borrowed a few for-sale-by owner books in order to help me sell my spec houses, but was always very disappointed with how and general and vague they were. This book, however, told me all the info I needed in a very easy-to- follow, step-by-step format. I really feel like I totally understand the process now, thanks to this book. If you follow all the advice and suggestions, you will definitely save thousands on realtor fees.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Did what it was supposed to do, February 6, 2005
By Guy in California (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews
I sold my house in San Francisco without a broker (my first house sale). The buyer actually drew up the sales contract but this book helped me understand who should pay for what fees.

The only thing that this book lacked that could have gotten me in trouble was that it failed to mention a San Francisco-specific report called the 3R report (the City issues it to list all permits that it has issued for the property). Fortunately I had a friend who was a realtor who checked to make sure I had all the forms.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An invaluable do-it-yourself guide., July 14, 2008
By Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews
Any California collection strong in real estate or business will find the ninth edition of For Sale By Owner in California an invaluable guide to selling a house without broker assistance - saving an average of $36,000 in the process. The entire selling process is covered for homeowners who would work with an agent or on their own, with chapters covering everything from advertising and disclosures to negotiation and finalizing sales. An invaluable do-it-yourself guide.

Diane C. Donovan
California Bookwatch
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