Find It, Buy It, Fix It: The Insider's Guide to Fixer-Uppers

by Robert Irwin

Looking for a cost cffective way to join the real estate boom? Although it's not for everyone, for those willing to accept the challenges of fixer uppers, buying and fixing up less than prime properties can be one of the most lucrative opportunities available. This is a one stop guide for anyone considering buying or investing in houses, apartments, and commercial properties that work. You'll find loads of money saving and money making advice on how to find the best fixer uppers, inspect the properties to avoid ""money pits,"" identify ugly duckling properties that need only quick cosmetic fixes, and structure deals to achieve win-win outcomes.

215 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1996

About the author

Robert Irwin’s career in the real estate industry encompasses more than three decades of experience as real estate broker, landlord, and consultant to lenders, agents, and investors. He is the bestselling author of more than 50 books on real estate, including The Armchair Real Estate Investor, Fix It, Stage It, Sell It - Quick!, Buy Your First Home, The For Sale By Owner Kit, McGraw-Hill’s Tips & Traps series, and the latest edition of Buy, Rent, and Sell. A long-time voice of authority, Robert Irwin addresses landlording, investing, and homebuying issues with crystal clarity.

Reviews

[Shane Z · Rating 3 out of 5]

A little bit useful.

[Celest · Rating 3 out of 5]

Skimmed for what I wanted, some good types on making offers on houses.