There's no place like home Ready to say goodbye to your landlord? With help from Nolo's Essential Guide to Buying Your First Home, you'll not only find the right house for you, you'll have fun doing it.Learn how to: - research the local market and listings- choose a house, condo, co-op, or townhouse- create a realistic budget- qualify for a loan you can truly afford- borrow a down payment from friends or family- protect yourself with...