FIN 32092 Analysis of the Housing Market and Home Purchase Process

The history of the 2007-2008 housing crisis will be discussed.  Analysis of the    national and local housing markets as well as investigating property values across the country.  A review of the home purchase process will include home selection, hiring a real estate agent, applying for a mortgage, credit reports, affordability, negotiating the offer, appraisals, inspections, taxes, insurance, and the closing process. Also, the true cost of home ownership will be investigated.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

A grade of C or better in ACCT 21010 and successful completion of the WPA or ENGL 21000.

Offered

intermittently.