Review: Home Buying 101: What They Don't Teach You in the Classroom by Abduljabar Totonji

My Review: 

This is a must-read for anyone, especially new home buyers or those looking to buy a home. Home Buying 101 breaks everything down in an easily digestible chapters, and the author writes in such a way that had me hanging on every word. I learned so, so much, and I even started highlighting parts!

I can't recommend this enough. I'm impressed by the author's entrepreneurial drive, even from when he was young, and his curiosity in learning about home buying is outstanding. I'm so glad this book crossed paths with me, and I can't wait to put it to use. This is definitely a book that will get worn as I read it several times over to make sure all the information sticks. I'll probably end up lending it out to others, too, or even buying them their own copy!

All in all, I very much enjoyed this. It was short, simple, and straightforward. Everything is broken down into easily understandable tidbits, without all the fluff, and I appreciate that. Give this book a read. It won't let you down.

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Summary: 

Growing up, I was always bewildered why important financial lessons like taxes, investments, and buying a home weren’t taught in school. Ever since, I've wanted to learn and help others with their financial needs, including buying a home, which is the reason I wrote "Home Buying 101: What They Don't Teach You in the Classroom". Unlike a textbook, this book about home buying is short, informal, and easy to read. It’s the "Cliffs Notes" version, filled with information and tips I’ve learned throughout my career.

Testimonials and Reviews:

“This book is worth its weight in gold. Jabs understands that buying a home is much more than a purely financial decision. The book exemplifies his intellectual brilliance, his entrepreneurial creativity and his charismatic ability to relate to all different walks of life, cultures, styles and income levels. It is easy to read but impossible to forget.”
- Honorable Jim Moran (Former Virginia Congressman)


“Great practical advice! A must read for every first-time home buyer.” - Paul K. Mock (Vice President, NVR Inc.)


“Home Buying 101 is a straightforward, informative, complete, and concise guide to walk you through each phase of the home buying process. Jabs’ tips throughout give insight and tricks of the trade on how to get the best deal while saving you money. Highly recommended for anyone looking to buy a home.” - Faisal Al-Thani (Board Member, Qatari Diar)


“Successfully navigating the home buying process requires foresight. “Home Buying 101” will empower readers to identify the important issues associated with buying a home as well as plan accordingly with critical insights and suggestions” - Brian M. Grindall, J.D. (Attorney-at-Law, Tenenbaum & Saas)
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