Make a fortune in real estate - without using your own money! In this practical, step-by-step guide, one of the most trusted names in real estate shows first-time investors how to use no-money-down financing to build long-term wealth. Real estate is the most consistently profitable investment vehicle in the world. With patience and a smart investment strategy, anyone can make a killing. But how do you come up with the cash to get started? You don't! This book shows you how to find great deals on properties and finance them with little - or even none - of your own money. With Robert Irwin's proven, commonsense approach to real estate investing, you'll locate and purchase moneymaking single-family homes, duplexes, and even larger rental properties - and put yourself on the path to a prosperous future. Plus there's more: Lower your transaction costs; Avoid the trap of negative cash flow; Use tax laws to your advantage; Finance renovations to increase the value of your property; Become a successful landlord; Negotiate the purchase agreement; and Up-to-date information on no-cash-down loan programs.