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Should I Invest in Real Estate?

Should I Invest in Real Estate?

Think buying a home is a bad investment?  Don't believe the hype!

The real estate bubble followed by the weak economy has given home ownership a bad name.  There are those out there under the misconception that purchasing a home (or two) is a bad investment.

If you're asking yourself, "Should I invest in real estate?", consider these figures compiled from MSN Money and Case Shiller.

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Over the last 13 years, real estate has offered a higher return on investment than the Dow Jones, NASDAQ and the S&P.

Don't believe the hype out there that now isn't the time to buy, IT IS!

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Home prices are on the rise but will be leveling out as interest rates increase.  Now is definitely a great time to buy.  Inventory is good, sellers are willing to sell at a reasonable price, and as the chart above shows, it's never a bad time to invest in real estate.

When you're ready to invest in real estate, contact The Kombrink Team at RE/MAX Great American North in St Charles at 630-488-3300.

We look forward to earning you a return on your investment!

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