Investing in Fixer-Uppers, Revised Edition

When the first edition of the bestselling Investing in Fixer-Uppers came out in 2003, browsing newspaper classified ads was the best way to search for fixer-uppers. Now updated to reflect modern realities in the drastically changed property market, Investing in Fixer-Uppers, Revised Edition gives you the most timely, accessible guide to finding great opportunities—and profiting handsomely—in today's market. Written with the hands-on, real-life expertise of seasoned investor-educators with more than 250 properties between them, Investing in Fixer-Uppers provides an easy-to-follow roadmap for adding value to a rundown house or apartment and profiting tens of thousands of dollars—without waiting for appreciation. In this book, you'll learn about the power of seller financing, how to create a million-dollar property, how to specialize in the right kinds of properties, and more. Jay's revised chapters also include: Two Years to Financial Independence; Specializing to "Fast Track" Your Income; Jay's Favorite "Money Stretcher" Techniques; Creative Financing without Banks; Seller Financing Gives the Buyer Total Control; Carrybacks and Wraps When It's Time to Sell; and Millionaire Magic: Jay's Buy, Fix & Hold Strategy.