Many people give more thought to choosing a car than they do a house, probably the biggest investment they'll ever make. They buy without much knowledge of the marketplace. Without good counseling. And without a plan for the future.
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Your brain dictates "3-bedroom ranch,' but your heart's falling for that old Victorian "fixer upper." If you're not careful, you (who have real trouble using a power drill) will soon be the proud owner of a Bob Vila Special.
Home*ology is a special word for a special way to make sure that the house you buy is the home you want. Finding that home means considering your "self," - your personality, lifestyles and goals - and how you match up with the demands of different homeowning situations.
Home*ology is also a completely different kind of home-buying book. It introduces you to seven homeowning "gateways," or situations, and explains, teh good, the bad, and the truly horrible aspects of each. Through examples, self-tests and checklists, you'll determine what kind of homeowning temperament you have. You'll have to consider:
--House or condo?
--"Fixer-upper" or "move-in condition?"
--Old home or new?
--Lots of land or small brick patio?
--Established neighborhood or far from the madding crowd?
--Looking for something small you can build onto?
--Do you really want the most unusual house on the block?
--And, are you and your partner in agreement - or at least able to compromise on the big stuff?
Author Carolyn Janik also provides plenty of information about finding the right agents, negotiating a good deal, and maximizing your equity in that home.
About the Author
Carolyn Janik, a licensed real estate agent for 20 years, is the author of 11 real-estate books. Her work has also appeared in numerous national magazines.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent Choice for Self-Analysis Prior to Home Purchase,
By A Customer
This review is from: Homeology: How to Be Sure that the House You Buy is the Home You Really Want (Paperback)
I first took this book out at the library and decided that it was so helpful that I needed to purchase it. It provides many questionnaires to help you determine what kind of house purchase is best for you (ex. new construction, fixer upper, etc.)as well as what kind of house is best for your tastes and lifestyle (ex.ranch,contemporary, split level, etc.). It's an excellent resource for first time homebuyers who may not be exactly sure what they are looking for in a home. However,I would not recommend this book to anyone who won't take the time to complete the questionnaires.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Book!,
By A Customer
This review is from: Homeology: How to Be Sure that the House You Buy is the Home You Really Want (Paperback)
Very interesting book. Really made me think about what I want in my next house purchase. Written very clearly in easy to understand language.
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