Real Estate Dangers and How to Avoid Them - by Andrew Trim (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Essential information for anyone with property

Real Estate Dangers and How to Avoid Them is a must-read guide for anyone thinking of buying or selling property, or becoming a landlord. Whether you're looking for your dream home, to sell a property, or to invest, flip or rent out an existing investment, this book is packed with the insider information you need to avoid getting ripped off. By shining a light on the flawed and unnecessary aspects of the real estate industry, this book will help you make smarter decisions based on knowledge rather than "advice," saving you time, money and headache. Stories of those who have seen the dangers highlight the ways in which this outdated system takes advantage of first-timers and experienced investors alike--and expert guidance shows you how to steer clear of the traps and pitfalls lurking around every transaction.

Nearly everyone will have their hands in real estate at some point, and the real estate industry can be intimidating--after all, you rarely make financial transactions this large. But the truth is that the industry can be quite simple and can go quite smoothly, if you eliminate the distractions and focus on making smart decisions. This book shows you the real truth about the industry, helping you:

• Avoid the traps that rip off buyers and sellers
• Make smart decisions, minimise financial risk and let the system work for you
• Identify unnecessary add-ons and bogus charges
• Learn the tricks of the trade so you can save your money
• Become a smarter landlord and attract quality tenants.

With clear, no-nonsense advice for buyers, sellers, landlords, and flippers, Real Estate Dangers and How to Avoid Them arms you with the knowledge you need to succeed in the property business.

From the Back Cover

MASTER THE RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE MARKET

Real Estate Dangers and How to Avoid Them is your must-read guide to the residential property market, whether you're looking for your dream home, seeking to sell a property, or aiming to flip or rent out an existing investment.

Author and industry veteran Andrew Trim provides an insider's perspective of the residential real estate industry and through simple, effective strategies, shows you how to avoid the dangers and make smarter decisions about property. Loaded with smart tips and insider information, you will learn how to:

• avoid the traps that mislead buyers and sellers
• identify pointless add-ons and bogus charges
• learn the tricks of the trade and where to cut costs
• become a smarter landlord and attract quality tenants
• make shrewd decisions, minimise financial risk and let the system work for you.

Packed with clear, no-nonsense advice for buyers, sellers, landlords, and flippers, Real Estate Dangers and How to Avoid Them arms you with the knowledge you need to succeed in the property business.

About the Author

ANDREW TRIM is the managing director of award-winning business, The Johnson Real Estate Group, a former Olympic athlete, and a keynote speaker with a passion for ethical business practices.