Buying and selling real estate is likely the largest financial transaction consumers encounter. A real estate transaction is a bit like an iceberg. It appears on the surface as a simple operation, while, under the surface, the process contains a dark labyrinth, not apparent until there is a collision. Many buyers and sellers navigate the process unscathed, while many customers experience unsatisfactory results. House money's goal is to provide you with the knowledge and tools to anticipate what lies ahead, rather than reacting to what has already happened. Based on decades of research into how real estate works in practice, House Money is your decision-making playbook. It provides guidance, stories, and useful tools that will make your decisions easier and insights that will save you valuable time and improve your financial outcomes. House Money's six guiding principles are drawn from years of Richard Montgomery's interactions with home buyers, home sellers, and real estate agents to help consumers best navigate the real estate process.
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