Unlocking the Mystery of Foreclosures [Paperback]

Evan M. Badt (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 2000

This is a very informative book about buying all types of foreclosures in all 50 states. It describes the different foreclosure processes as well as the different methods of the disposition of the real estate. The book contains an easy to understand approach to buying foreclosures. Contact numbers as well as web sites are found throughout the book. All updated information on the different agencies that dispose of foreclosures are listed.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Excellent, informative book from an escrow officer as well as her title rep.

About the Author

I am a real estate broker who specializes in government foreclosures.

My company sells HUD, VA, USDA, as well as other types of REO properties. I have been in the real estate industry since 1988, and have seen the market of foreclosures, make alot of people homeowners for the first time as well as investors make alot of money.

Product Details

• Paperback: 92 pages
• Publisher: E.B. Investments (January 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0967609208
• ISBN-13: 978-0967609201
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 4.9 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,792,533 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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42 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good info, but very little of it., June 9, 2000

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This review is from: Unlocking the Mystery of Foreclosures (Paperback)

This book is only 92 pages long, and it has only few sentences per page. It really is no more than an informative, but skimpy brochure, and it takes about 10 to 15 minutes (tops) to read. Basicaly, the only information included is a very general definition of the types of foreclosure auctions you are likely to come across, and a list of addresses and web pages of institutions which might have forclosures available for sale. It is a great starting point, but don't expect any tips, tricks or advice, nor any information beyond the barest of minimum. It would be an OK place to start for someone who has no prior information whatsoever about forclosures, but I feel that the price of the book doesn't reflect the amount of info you get. Buy this book only if you can't find anything else.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to understand, May 11, 2000

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Debbie Brown - See all my reviews

This review is from: Unlocking the Mystery of Foreclosures (Paperback)

If you're looking for a book on how to understand foreclosures and where to go to find them then this is the book you want to read! I've read many books on this subject and they were just too confusing, this one I should have bought first. Save yourself time and MONEY and get this book! Thank you to the author!

4.0 out of 5 stars A Good First Book, February 7, 2002

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An Interested Investor (Northern California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Unlocking the Mystery of Foreclosures (Paperback)

First of all the author and publisher could have done a better job in checking the book for typographical errors. That being said, on to the book.

The information contained is very useful and basic. I like all the website listings and telephone numbers. The book is not complicated to read in one sitting (15 - 20 minutes). You will gain a lot of information if you are just beginning to explore this subject. I wished that the author had expounded more on research information like liens and other encumbrances and how these can potentially affect the bidder.

I originally borrowed this book from the library. But since I thought it was a good reference, I decided to buy it. It is always good to go over sections of the book from time to time.