Course Description:

Participants who attend this course will gain knowledge to make more informed decisions when considering housing and financing options.

Course Objectives:

• Discuss pros and cons of renting versus owning.
• Figure monthly payment and loan amounts.
• Determine the approximate affordable home purchase price.
• Find out about housing alternatives including mobil and manufactured homes, boats, condos, and townhouses.
• Learn how to compare brands, features, and quality of homes.
• Discover essential guidelines when considering a condominium or townhouse purchase.
• Assess information on homeowner's associations.
• Consider the pros and cons of an older versus newer home.
• Obtain essential information about fixer-uppers.
• Identify seven of the most profitable home improvements.
• Review five important tips before building a home.
• Uncover how to shop wisely for an architect, builder, and general contractor.
• Explain how construction loans work.
• Evaluate the financing alternatives of equity sharing and lease options.
• Discover when a vacation or second home purchase makes sense and when it does not.

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