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Finally, Time to Buy a House – SmartMoney

http://www.smartmoney.com/spend/real-estate/finally-time-to-buy-a-house-1318604163856/

“U.S. house prices have plunged by nearly one-third in five years and the nation’s homeownership rate is falling at the fastest pace since the Great Depression.

Two key measures now suggest it’s an excellent time to buy a house as a long-term residence or an income property (but not for a quick flip). First, the nation’s ratio of house prices to yearly rents is nearly restored to its pre-bubble average, suggesting the financial advantages of homeownership once again await buyers. Second, when ultra-low mortgage rates are taken into consideration, houses are the most affordable they’ve been in four decades of data.”

 

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Posted in Buying, Economic Outlook, homeownership, Real Estate Market.


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