Tips & Traps When Buying A Condo, Co-op, or Townhouse e-bog

One third of all homes sold today are condos, co-ops, or townhouses. America's #1 real estate expert shows what to watch for when buying one of them. Home ownership is still the American dream, but not everyone follows tradition by buying a detached one-family house. Condos, co-ops, and townhouses are increasingly popular alternatives nationwide. These "e;shared ownership"e; options have unique pluses and minuses, as Bob Irwin reveals in Tips & Traps When Buying a Condo, Co-op, or Townhouse.Like other books in his best-selling "e;Tips & Traps"e; series, it's packed with targeted, reader-friendly advice. If you're a prospective buyer, Bob Irwin will show you how to: Decide if shared ownership is right for youRead between the lines of bylawsDeal with homeowners associationsCheck out the seven warning signs of big troubleHandle disclosures and inspectionsAnd much more