The first phase of the consiamer buying process is: gathering information. evaluating alternatives. identifying the problem. selecting the buying location. A veluicle sold "as is" has: a limutcod warranty. no eupress witranty. a 30-day guarantec. a full warranty on parts but not labor. Renting is more advantagcous than buying a hoene for: finaneial bencfits long-ferm investment purposes. lower short-term living costh. receiving tax benefits. The purpose of a cotnteroffer is to: ncgotiate the purchase price. lower real estate property taxcs. redace mortgage payments: avoid paying the real estate agent's commission