Your New House
A quick look at our book

Wow! Finally, there’s a wide-awake consumer’s guide for the 1.2 million people who will embark this year on the journey of buying a new home. With the prices for new homes soaring, you need real solutions to navigate the new home minefield. Inside Your New House, you’ll learn about:

1 THE $8100 TAXI-RIDE SCAM--the amazing rip-off that snares a startling EIGHT out of TEN new homebuyers.

2 HOW TO USE THE INTERNET to plan your new home, with web addresses for builders, product suppliers and more!

3 BEST BARGAINS on everything from lighting to carpet--save 20% to 50% off!

4 THE TRUTH ABOUT "PRODUCTION HOMES" and how three simple steps can save you from buying a lemon.

5 HOW TO REALLY screen builders and find the one who’s right for your house.

6 SMART SOLUTIONS to finding the lowest rates for mortgages, plus helpful advice on how much new home you can really afford.

7 RATINGS AND REVIEWS of windows, plumbing fixtures and more.

8 FIFTEEN STEPS to a scam-proof contract that puts the homebuyer, not the builder, into the driver’s seat.

9 SAVVY QUESTIONS to ask inspectors, lenders and architects, plus tips on how to negotiate the best deals.

10 SURVIVAL STRATEGIES for dealing with problems that crop up during and after the house is built.

Alan and Denise Fields are nationally known consumer advocates who have been featured on Oprah, Good Morning America, and DATELINE NBC. Their books include the best-selling Bridal Bargains and Baby Bargains. They live in Boulder, Colorado.