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1.Financing & Sales |
| 100 Questions and Answers About Buying a New Home. This great guide focuses on finances--from how much home you can afford, to various mortgage loan programs, insurance, taxes, and more. 40 pp. (2003. HUD) 569L. |
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| Borrower's Guide to Home Loans. Here's how to find the best loan for your needs when shopping for home equity loans and reverse mortgages. Use the guide's worksheets to compare lenders and home improvement contractors and to check out the contract before signing. 16 pp. (2002. FTC) 595L |
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| Don't Be A Victim of Loan Fraud. Be a smart consumer when buying or refinancing your home--use these 11 tips to learn more about predatory lending, recognize tactics that predators use, identify warning signs of fraud, and more. 5 pp. (2003. HUD) 605L. |
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| Financing an Energy-Efficient Home. Find mortgages and home improvement loans to make your home more energy efficient. 8 pp. (2000. DOE) 126L |
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| Guide to Single-Family Home Mortgage Insurance. Explains FHA mortgage insurance programs, including types available, how to qualify, how to apply, restrictions, and more. 14 pp. (1999. HUD) 333L |
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| High-Cost "Predatory" Home Loans: How to Avoid the Traps. You can protect yourself by knowing the warning signs of predatory loan practices, questions to ask before signing a contract, and where to turn for help. 12 pp. (2002. FDIC) 596L |
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How to Buy a Home With a Low Down Payment. Describes how to qualify for a low down payment mortgage, determine what you can afford, and how mortgage insurance works. 9 pp. (2002. USDA) 570L. ![[Read publication ]](http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov:80/cic_shop/pdfavail.gif) |
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| How to Buy a Manufactured (Mobile) Home. Tips on selection and placement, warranties, site preparation, transportation, installation, and more. 14 pp. (1997. FTC) 313L |
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| HUD Home Buying Guide. Step-by-step instructions for finding and financing a HUD home. Includes charts to help you estimate mortgage payments. 11 pp. (2001. HUD) 571L |
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| Looking for the Best Mortgage--Shop, Compare, Negotiate. Use these 3 steps to save money on a mortgage or home loan. Includes a mortgage shopping worksheet. 7 pp. (1999. FRB) 334L. |
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| Twelve Ways to Lower Your Homeowners Insurance Costs. Practical tips and phone numbers of state insurance departments for more information. 4 pp. (1995. HHS) 335L. |
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| When Your Home Is On the Line: What You Should Know About Home Equity Lines of Credit. Here are questions, terms, tips, a checklist, and more to find the plan that meets your needs and protects your interest. 16 pp. (2001. FRB) 331K. |
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2.Home Maintenance |
| Am I Covered?. Answers 15 common questions regarding homeowners insurance and explains what is covered in a standard policy. 9 pp. (1997. USDA) 336L. |
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| Cooling Your Home Naturally. Ways to save electricity and keep your home cool with landscaping, roof treatments, shading, and windows. 8 pp. (1994. DOE) 127L. |
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| Drinking Water From Household Wells. Families with their own wells are responsible for maintaining them and making sure that the water is safe to drink. Here are the facts on sources of pollution and how to keep your water safe. 16 pp. (2002. EPA) 547L. |
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| Elements of an Energy-Efficient House. Learn the benefits of having energy-efficient elements in your home, such as energy-efficient doors, windows, and appliances. 8 pp. (2000. DOE) 127K. |
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| Energy Savers: Tips on Saving Energy & Money at Home. Reduce your home energy use with tips on insulation, weatherization, heating, and more. 36 pp. (1998. DOE) 337L |
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| Energy-Efficient Air Conditioning. Explains how air conditioners work, what different types are available, and how to troubleshoot and maintain your air conditioners. 8 pp. (1999. DOE) 128L. |
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| Healthy Lawn, Healthy Environment. Tips on lawn care, including soil preparation, watering, mowing, pesticides, and choosing a lawn care service. 19 pp. (1992. EPA) 338L |
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| Home Sweet Home Improvement. Check for the warning signs of a shady contractor; ask questions to protect yourself from fraud; complete the post-job checklist; and get tips on how to resolve complaints. 12 pp. (2001. FTC) 304L |
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| How to Prune Trees. Illustrated guide shows what to do, what not to do, tools to use and when to produce healthy, strong trees. 30 pp. (1995. USDA) 129L |
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| Indoor Air Hazards Every Homeowner Should Know About. Get rid of molds, carbon monoxide, radon, asbestos, lead, tobacco smoke, and other pollutants. 16 pp. (2003. USDA/EPA) 549L |
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| National Flood Insurance Guide. Property owners can purchase insurance against flooding losses. Learn the requirements, questions to ask, and more. 20 pp. (2002. FEMA) 597L |
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| Power$mart: Easy Tips to Save Money and the Planet. Get tips on making your home more comfortable while reducing your monthly energy bill. 24 pp. (2002. DOE/EPA) 573L |
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| Selecting a New Water Heater. Describes how different types of water heaters work and important features to consider when buying. 6 pp. (1995. DOE) 130L |
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| Surges Happen! How to Protect the Appliances in Your Home. Find out what power surges are, what appliances need protection, and what devices work best. 20 pp. (2001. NIST) 104L |
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| Weatherize Your Home. Explains the various types of caulking and weather stripping to help you choose the best method to fix air leaks in your home. 8 pp. (2001. DOE) 133K. |
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