We are almost back to ‘pre-housing crash’ home values. The inventories of distressed properties (foreclosures & short sales) are shrinking dramatically. The economy is improving overall, although recent stock market trends have many uneasy. The job numbers are headed in the right direction.
The big question that still remains: Have Americans regained their confidence in real estate as a worthy investment?
According to a survey conducted by Princeton Survey Research Associates, Americans have put real estate back into first place as the best of all investments.
Princeton Survey Research Associates Results
Bottom Line for Potential Homebuyers
Homeownership never lost its place as a key component of the American Dream for a host of financial and non-financial reasons. It is good to see that it has regained the top spot as best overall investment. If you’re ready to move forward with the purchase of a new home, contact our office to get started.
