This is a practical, introductory guide covering everything you need to know about buying, selling or renting property. Full of easy-to-follow expert advice, this handbook will give even the most seasoned buyer, first-time buyer, landlord, and property developer the confidence to buy wisely and sell or rent profitably. Buying a house but trapped in a property chain? Gazumped, frustrated or just confused by the housing market? "Collins Need to Know - Property" demystifies the property market and provides advice on how to market a property, considerations to make when purchasing, up-to-date advice on the renting market and your obligations as a landlord, plus all the legal issues attached. "Property" is part of the highly successful "Collins Need to Know" series of reference books covering a wide range of popular subjects and diverse activities. Attractively designed, these handy, practical books give you detailed information in a concise and accessible way. The contents include: advice on how to market a property; considerations to make when purchasing; up-to-date advice on the renting market; legal issues; buying property for conversions or unusual properties such as house boats; and a wide range of sites on the World Wide Web where you can find help, advice and even that dream home.