Avoid Money Pits and Target Top Properties With an expert's answers to your real estate questions Whether you own a dozen apartment buildings or are contemplating your first real estate deal, this is the one book that will answer all your questions. Sinking money into land, a house, a vacation home, or a rental unit can be one of the most stressful events in a person's life-especially if you're counting on that property to produce cash flow and equity build-up. Author and real estate pro Jack Cummings knows the answers-and delivers 30 years of insider information, addressing questions on more than 200 potential real estate pitfalls, including; How can I predict property value changes before anyone else?; What hidden values should I look for in a rental property?; How do I get the most out of a real estate agent?; What's the secret to dealing with tax issues?; How do I know how much rent I should ask for my rental property?; What's the most important thing to know before buying a vacation property? Jack Cummings is a long-time broker, exchanger, investment counselor, newsletter publisher, and lecturer. He is the author of The McGraw-Hill 36-Hour Real Estate Course and Investing in Real Estate with Other People's Money.