Product Description

What should a prospective homeowner consider when shopping for a co-op, condominium, or townhouse? Finances, availability, and lifestyle considerations are only parts of the equation, and it's important to think about all the factors before making a decision. This book is a comprehensive yet accessible guide to the particular challenges and benefits to buying, owning, and living in these homes, and gives readers the vital information they need on: * finding the right type of home * negotiating effectively and making a strong offer * unique financing and tax considerations * dealing with homeowners associations and co-op boards * rules, rights, and responsibilities of ownership * repair responsibilities and renovation issues * monthly maintenance and common charges * increasing the value of the property * fliptaxes, restrictions and other selling issues * and more.

Real estate expert Ken Roth explains the differences in owning each of these property types, and provides all the information buyers need to find their dream home and live happily in it for years to come.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #381594 in Books
• Published on: 2006-07-17
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 240 pages

Review
Named on of the top ten real estate books of the year. -- Robert J. Bruss, Syndicated Real Estate Columnist with Robert Bruss, Syndicates Columnist, Inman Real Estate News, December 1, 2006

Review

Robert Bruss, nationally syndicated real estate columnist: "Don’t buy or sell a condominium, co-op or townhouse without first reading Ken Roth’s revealing new book...Not only is this book enjoyable, easy reading, but the author’s many personal experiences explain how to avoid potential pitfalls...By far, this is the best ‘how to buy a condominium’ book I’ve read...On my scale of one to 10, this outstanding book rates an off-the-chart 12."

About the Author
KEN ROTH (Pompano Beach, FL) is a lawyer specializing in real estate issues and has more than 20 years' experience in real estate. He holds licenses as a realtor and residential property manager in Florida. He is the author of The Successful Landlord.

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