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Condos, co-ops, and townhouses account for more than one-third of real estate sales in the United States. Fully updated to address the many changes that have occurred in the market since the first edition, Tips & Traps When Buying a Condo, Co-Op, or Townhouse, Second Edition, covers all the bases to help you navigate the process of buying into a shared-ownership development.

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The practical guide for operating a successful Florida condominium association, completely updated, and now cross-referenced not only to the Florida statutes but also Florida case law. Written in clear, concise language, an indispensable working tool for officers, directors, homeowners, managers, realtors, and attorneys. Includes procedures for membership meetings, the board of administration, officers and committees, the budget and financial reports, assessments (levy and collection), amending documents and modifying the property, rights and responsibilities of the unit owner, enforcing documents and resolving disputes. Includes 67 sample forms and documents..
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While many of the steps in buying a home are the same as buying a condominium, townhouse, or apartment, there are many critical differences. This new book offers a complete overview of these special, usually smaller, residences These units can be good options for first-time home buyers, for those who want a vacation getaway, investors, and those who want to downsize their living space. These housing units are usually less expensive than a single family home and can include attractive amenities. In purchasing one of these units there will be a lot of people to deal with, from realtors, condo boards, attorneys, to bankers. There s tons of paperwork with terms and vocabulary that read like a foreign language. In this new book you will find vital information and great strategies for finding the home you want faster and feeling confident about the purchase. You will learn to avoid some of the most prevalent and potentially dangerous and expensive mistakes made by others. The book covers the entire, unique process of buying one of these shared living houses in an easy-to-understand way, pointing out dozens of hints and suggestion as to what to look for as well as demonstrating the many mistakes common with these types of investments. You will learn how to find the best opportunities, to negotiate, finance, budget, handle pre-construction issues, set values, and make the offer. You will be able to define what you are buying (and what you are not) issues on your right to sell, lease, or mortgage. You will be prepared for restrictions pertaining to children, pets, parking, vehicles, boats, music, maintenance of windows, doors, screens, air conditioners, plumbing, club memberships, recreation facility leases, use of recreational facilities, and common areas. In addition, you will learn the advantages of using credit reports, home warranties, insurance, creative financing, closing procedures, moving plans, closing and settlement inspections, and certain legal contracts. You will have instruction in obtaining mortgages which government agencies can help, considerations for veterans, IRA use, hiring an attorney, calculating monthly payments, and establishing an escrow account. The real estate and mortgage glossaries alone are invaluable resources, even for the old hand at property acquisition..
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For many, the first home they purchase is a condo. What seems like an apartment that you own, in fact comes with a lot more responsibilities than a single-family home as you and your neighbors are sharing walls, floors and other common areas. The Condo Owner's Answer Book covers all of the common issues with condos and condominium ownership presented in easy-to-follow question and answer format. It addresses the unique and specific type of home ownership that comes with buying and owning a condo. It also covers your rights and responsibilities as a condo owner and as a member of a home owners association.

The Condo Owner's Answer Book cover such topics as:
--Right and Responsibilities
--Rules and Reasons
--Rights, Wrongs and Expectations
--What to Do When You Don't Like It
--Internal Dispute Resolution
--Dues and Don'ts
--Paying for the Unexpected
--Insurance
--Association Management
--The Role of Volunteers
--Renting a Condominium.
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This essential resource to condos, townhomes, lofts and homes in planned developments in California explains how homeowner associations should work, the law that governs them and resolving conflicts that arise within them. The 2008 edition contains The Davis-Sterling Act and other relevant statutory law, synopses of important judicial decisions, an overview of California condominium law written so the average owner can understand his ownership rights and responsibilities . This handy guide also includes model election rules, a model management agreement, a chart of disclosure deadlines, and a list of resources. The 2008 Condominium Bluebook is a must-have for any board member or concerned homeowner..
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RFE is a treasury of information, opinion, and methods for creating and managing reserve funds related to co-owned properties such as condos, townhouses, HOAs. RFE is a valuable "how-to" publication designed for Boards of Directors, Community and Property Managers, Reserve Specialists, Accountants and Builders..
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A must-read for anyone thinking of buying or selling an apartment in New York City, The Ultimate Guide is clear, concise and packed with authoritative industry-insider information. The product of Bellmarc Principal Neil Binder's 26+ years of experience in New York residential real estate, the guide walks buyers, sellers and real estate brokers through the entire sales process. The third edition is newly updated for 2005! BUS054000.
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A simple proven method for improving cash flow so you can live rent-free and retire early

How to Invest in Condominiums provides a simple, low-risk blueprint for building cash flow by buying and renting out condominiums. You can provide for your retirement or improve your monthly income by investing in income-producing real estate at a very low risk to the capital you invest. Unlike stocks and bonds, real estate is immune to inflation and a fluctuating stock market and also provides some shelter from taxes-and the return on investment typically exceeds that of the average Wall Street investor!

The author includes a plan for getting started and a detailed record of his investments that shows how he grew a considerable cash flow-with only a small commitment of time and effort. This straightforward, realistic guide will help you:
* Use this method to establish long-term cash flow
* Avoid owning a money-losing rental unit
* Use professional property management to save time and money
* Avoid "fixer-uppers" v Keep your long-run effort minimal
* Live rent-free and retire early!


How to Invest in Condominiums is a reliable and realistic way to supplement your income. There are no gimmicks and no strings attached and this is not a get-rich-quick scheme. It's a long-term plan that will help you meet-and surpass-your long-term goals..
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