Robert Bruss, nationally syndicated columnist
"offers details not found in most other foreclosure books…. on my scale of one to 10[the book]earns a solid 10."

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Product Description

The Complete Guide to Investing in Foreclosures offers practical, proactive strategies for buying and selling foreclosed properties at a huge profit -- without taking undue risks that can quickly turn a promising real estate portfolio into a mess. The book shows readers how to find properties in all stages of foreclosure -- often before they become public knowledge -- and how to focus on real value, not just price. Investors will learn how to take advantage of little-known alternatives not thoroughly covered by most competitive books, including HUD, VA, SBA and IRS properties, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac foreclosures, pre- and post-foreclosure opportunities, and much, much more. The Complete Guide to Investing in Foreclosures doesn't just offer the best strategies for individual foreclosures, it also presents a workable plan for developing a full-fledged investment program -- all in the reader's spare time. Packed with value assessment tools, lead generation strategies, step-by-step processes, and the all-important 7 Caveats of Investing in Foreclosures, this is a must-have resource for first-time and veteran real estate investors alike.

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #280080 in Books
• Published on: 2005-11-21
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 240 pages

Review
"offers details not found in most other foreclosure books…. on my scale of one to 10[the book]earns a solid 10." -- Robert Bruss, nationally syndicated columnist

Review

Robert Bruss, nationally syndicated columnist: "If you are serious about acquiring profitable foreclosure properties, this book is required reading because it offers details not found in most other foreclosure books.on my scale of one to 10, [the book] earns a solid 10."

About the Author
Steve Berges (Lake Orion, MI) is principal of Symphony Homes and the author of The Complete Guide to Flipping Properties, The Complete Guide to Buying and Selling Apartment Buildings, and 101 Cost-Effective Ways to Increase the Value of Your Home.

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Customer Reviews

not even enough information to be dangerous
This is a basic beginnger's guide, and has more tangential information than relevant content. In fact, many chapters read like extended glossaries.
I have no idea why there is a full religious chapter about faith, family, and friends. Christian parables can make good reading but do not fit here.

The Complete Guide to Investing in Foreclosures by Steve Berges
An official Library Weekly book review.

EXCERPT:
The primary key to success in the process of buying and selling foreclosed properties is not only to
understand the process, but also to act on the information...

RATING:
5 of 5

REVIEW:
Steve Berges delivers an interesting look into the world of foreclosures, finding investment
properties through court records and also through specific external web sites that provide
info on properties about to foreclose. We know that foreclosure is an ugly reality on the real
estate market, but it is happening daily and many investors simply don't know the steps on how
to start. This book not only an introduction but it also guides you through your baby steps.
A good buy!

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Prime properties and avoiding common pitfalls!
Steve Berges' THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO INVESTING IN FORECLOSURES explains that with foreclosures at an all-time high, there's a wealth of prime properties available for picking in a hot market - both residential and commercial - at fine value. It all sounds easy - but there's a host of pitfalls along the wall, which are reviewed carefully in THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO INVESTING IN FORECLOSURES.