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The homebuying playbook written by a top 1% realtor that's helped thousands save tens of thousands!
Your Guide
Meet Daniel Harbuck, Your Partner in Home Buying Success
Daniel Harbuck isn't a guy who read a few articles and wrote a book. He's a Top 1% Realtor, FBI-trained negotiator, and founder of Helpful Realty, the first benefit corporation in real estate dedicated to permanently ending homelessness. He's spent his career making sure buyers stop losing to a system built against them.
He took the same negotiation tactics used in FBI hostage situations and brought them to the real estate table, then paired them with insider knowledge most agents keep to themselves.
Why This is the Best Guide in Buying a Home
Learn to buy a home like a PRO and ditch the guesswork!
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Negotiate Like an FBI Agent, Not a Nervous Buyer
Negotiation isn’t about being pushy. It’s about knowing what to say. This book adapts FBI negotiation tactics for real estate, giving buyers a field-tested playbook to negotiate with confidence.
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Avoid the Hidden Costs That Blindside Most Buyers
The biggest homebuying surprises often show up right before closing. This book shows you what to look for, when to look, and how to avoid costs you never saw coming.
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Spot Winning Opportunities Before Other Buyers Even See Them
Stop fighting over homes everyone already knows about. Learn how to find off-market properties and get there before the bidding war begins.
Explore a Free Chapter Before You Commit
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Chapter One
- Know Your True Budget
- Hidden Costs Exposed
- Get Pre-Approved, Not Just Pre-Qualified
- Mortgage Application Acceleration
- Credit Score Boosting
- Downpayment Alternatives
What Readers Are Saying
Just a few of the many good words from verified buyers.
I really liked this book because it explains the home buying process in a simple and direct way. It breaks down things that usually feel confusing, like financing, negotiations, and hidden costs, into clear steps.
Carolyn Delgado
I really enjoyed reading Unlocked: Homebuying Secrets No One Has Ever Told You by Daniel Harbuck. It explains the homebuying process in a very simple and honest way.
Ravin Deahl
I did not know there were so many tips to home buying. This is important to make sure you get the right price. This book will be so useful when I purchase my first home in the future. I am so excited.
Mel Kucenic
What really stands out is how the author breaks down complex real estate concepts into clear, practical advice without sounding overly technical or intimidating.
Maria Mendoza
Harbuck did a great job writing this book, and researched it well. It was an amazing read, and how he explained the process and makes it more understandable and clear for readers to understand his point of view.
Charlene Hernes
Recently just buying my first home, boy do I wish I would’ve had a guide like this to help me. Really, I felt like I was going into it blind and didn’t have any good information to help.
K. Hall
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Frequently Asked Questions
A Few Important Things You Should Know
Is this really free?
Yes. You only pay $9.99 to cover shipping and handling — the book itself is on us.
Is there a catch or subscription?
No subscription, no recurring charges. This is a one-time $9.99 shipping charge.
Who is this book for?
Anyone buying a home — first-timers, repeat buyers, or anyone who wants to negotiate smarter and avoid overpaying.
How long does shipping take?
Typically, the book arrives in 3–7 Business Days.
What if I have more questions before buying/using what's in the book?
Just reach out to: hi@helpfulrealty.com
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