Single Best Introductory Book for Buying Real Estate ????

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I have a nephew looking to make their first real estate purchase/investment. Would like some recommendations from members here on the single best book, in their opinion, for a first time buyer of real estate. This would apply to a buyer looking for their first primary residence. Looking for something not too soft but clearly written for an intelligent, thoughtful buyer. Also your recommendations on good website or blogs for first time homebuyers would be great as well.

Your assistance is appreciated !

Mark Limke · Answer

Hey, Scott. Interesting question. You've got me curious, though. You're a licensed real estate agent, if I read your profile correctly. My advice to my relative would not be to read a book, it would be to engage an agent I recommended to them, someone I trusted and knew was capable. And I'd help them, if they asked me to.

Maybe that's coming in your plan, but you didn't mention it.

Mark Creason · Answer

Winning through Intimidation by Robert Ringer

Mark

Scott Raley · Answer

Thanks for all your great suggestions. My nephew is very adept at  doing research. So, in addition to my personal advice, I want him to explore other information resources to gain knowledge about  the whole buying process.

Melissa Gittens · Answer

I would suggest listening to the podcast. He can listen to it on the go and get a better understanding of real estate

Andy Luick · Answer

Probably - for a new landlord - The no-nonsense landlord - by Richard H. Jorgensen  I think the 1st editon is 1988 and he followed with a revised in 1994.  Great primer for starters and experienced alike.

Michael Noto · Answer

@Scott Raley BP has a free "Ultimate Beginners Guide" free book.  That would be a good place for him to start.

Single Best Introductory Book for Buying Real Estate ????

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