grissom books

[lyndalee]

it seems every answer posted here refers back to selling grissom books. i have two grissom books. have they educated me on homes / somewhat.i learned about different structural features and installation ideas.did i find anything about pricing ? no. ie : a " manufactured 'home will be geared towards the low end buyer- price range - 40- 55, 000 thats all. a small paragraph about each, not a real comparison. i finally decided to throw them away. better off with a n.a.d.a.

[rmurray]

If you search through posts here, you see many compliments about these books..

If you have 2 of his books, which means you have "The Buyers Guide"..

Its topics are :

Topics include

The top 25 manufactured home builders rated
Pros and cons of manufactured homes
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The 19 warning signs of an untrustworthy dealer
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The 19 encouraging signs of a reputable dealer
Trapped entrances, up rotation, write-ups, and other mysteries explained
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How buyers get fleeced, a worst case scenario
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Checking out a dealer, getting the local lowdown
The anatomy of a dealership, factory rebates, how retailers make their profit
Calculating your buying power�get your own credit score and shop for the money first
How dealers determine their retail prices
Guidelines for checking out lot models Back-lot bargains: repossessed homes, the pros and cons�danger signs
Handling high-pressure sales technique
Shopping for land�Search tips, how to get the best effort out of your Realtor
Construction loans�making sure your lender protects your interests
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How to determine the fair price of a home
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Smart negotiating tactics, what not to disclose
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Deal terms�what to insist be in writing
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When disputes arise�best strategies for prompt resolution
Checking out Land-lease communities�questions to ask and where to ask them
Deciphering lease and rental agreements
Preventive steps to avoid contractor rip-offs
Site-preparation and installation�what you should know, an inspection check list
Warranty problems�how to get prompt and satisfactory service


If you carefully read the books..You read the highlighted sections above all of which are your homework assignments to get the best deal for the home of your choice...

I have not read the book in a while but I am sure he gives you a process similar to that I and the website "Admin" have posted..The basics are that all prices are local...There is no way fro a book writer of poster could have any exact price for all 3000 counties in the US...

I suggest you retrieve these books from the trash and reread the above highlighted topics...

I assume you do know NADA = National Automobile Dealers Association..Would you ask a manufactured home dealer the price of a car halfway across the country?

You could spend $50.00 for the 2007 Manufactured home guide which includes

"40 Years of Prices From 1968-2007 for Over 750 Manufacturers
Average Retail Prices with Wholesale and Loan Guidelines
In-Depth Adjustment Guideline Tables, Optional Equipment, Older Home Conversion Charts, and More!
Updated 3 Times per Year (Jan. - May - Sept.) "

This is a used home guide that might get you some insight to recent prices...Or you could spend less here as the admin pointed out and get a complete report already done for the home of your choice..

Since you are looking at new homes I still think the best info will come from local dealers...