The Everything Guide to Mortgages Book

Whether you're buying your first home, trading up to a larger one, or buying a rental property, you'll find all you need inside. Learn how to: - Save for a down payment and prepare to borrow - Understand credit reports and credit scores - Deal with banks, mortgage brokers, and online lenders - Refinance a mortgage The Everything Mortgage Book teaches you how lenders work, how different kinds of loans are structured, and what they're best for. You'll also learn which mortgage practices and loans you should avoid. Whether you have a great credit history or a poor one, you'll be able to get the best loan for your most important purchase-your home. Lisa Holton is the author of How to be a Value Investor, The Essential Dictionary of Real Estate, and the Encyclopedia of Financial Planning. She is a contributing writer for the Financial Planning Association on consumer finance and retirement planning issues. Ms. Holton heads the Lisa Company, a writing, editing, and research firm. She lives in Evanston, IL.