How to Save Thousands of Dollars When You Buy or Sell Your Home.This practical book shows why not to use a real estate agent and clears away the misconceptions of buying and selling a home without one. As Terry Ryder demonstrates, anyone can buy and sell their own property - the process is not complicated, and will save time and a considerable amount of money. The fact is, removing real estate agents from the event makes the whole process far more straightforward.Every year, growing numbers of people sell or buy property quickly, easily and profitably by themselves. As the many private buyers and sellers in the book reveal, being able to deal direct with each other streamlines the process making it less stressful, and gives both sides a feeling of control and involvement. People who buy or sell without an agent express surprise at how easy it was and satisfaction with the whole process. This book shares the secrets of these successful people.Terry Ryder takes sellers through the all steps of marketing and selling their property. There are many cheap and effective alternatives to the expensive and mostly useless advertising promoted by agents. It shows buyers how to find properties for sale privately, and how best to approach the sellers.The book includes:- Why not to believe what agents say, especially about selling or buying privately- Developing your Game Plan- How to negotiate- Using your own networks to buy or sell- Setting the sale price for your house- Mistakes to avoid for buyers and sellers