A favorite among Nolo customers, this guide to all practical and legal aspects of the homebuying process caused syndicated columnist Robert Bruss to say, "On my scale of one to 10, this superb book rates an off-the-chart 12." A fun-to-read guide for anyone looking to leave apartment living behind and enjoy the benefits of homeownership. Makes the complicated process of buying a first home manageable, financially and otherwise. Helps avoid newbie mistakes and possible legal disputes. A Nolo bestseller, fully updated to reflect today's widely variable U.S. real estate market.