How to Buy a House in California

Strategies that work in California''s unique market.

Looking for a house in the Golden State? How to Buy a House in California will show you how to get a house you can afford and will enjoy living in for many years.

With this bestseller in hand, you''ll learn how to:

• choose a house and neighborhood you''ll love
  
• select and manage a knowledgeable, hard-working agent
  
• qualify for the best mortgage
  
• figure out how much down payment you can afford
  
• make an offer and negotiate a good deal<
  
• compete in multiple-bid situations
  
• inspect a house for problems and hazards
  
• buy and sell houses simultaneously, and
  
• get through escrow successfully.

Packed with checklists and financial information, How to Buy a House in California will guide you step-by-step through the process of buying a home.

Not a California resident? Check out Nolo''s Essential Guide to Buying Your First Home for information on buying a home in your state.