With falling property values, the stock market on a roller coaster ride and the economy worsening many people will wonder if it is time to start investing in real estate again. The answer to this question is a very simple and very obvious one: not any time soon.
Pending home sales fell by nearly 30 percent in June according to the National Association of Realtors. Many people will see this as an opportunity to pick up but bargain properties as investments but it is not.
Real Estate is Overvalued
The reason why people should avoid real estate investment at this time is that real estate is still way over valued in most of the United States. In many areas homes that are worth less than $100,000 are still being sold for $200,000-$300,000 and condominiums that are worth less than $100,000 are still being sold for a half million dollars.
If you don't believe me take a look around your area, drive or walk around and look at the houses for sale. Chances are you'll see broken down old dumps with smashed windows and shingles falling off the roof for sale. Do a quick Google search on those properties and you'll discover that they're probably selling for $100,000 or more.
