sdrealtor, I’m not sure where you stand. You said that you predict 30% drop, yet at the same time you’re optimistic about real estate and say that the market dropped enough already that buying opportunities are on the near horizon.
So, in your view, will real estate prices flatten, or will there be a 30% drop? If you think 30% drop, then there’s no need to even consider buying now.
I still think 50% drop.
BTW, if you know exactly the home that you want to buy, then ziprealty is a great product. Why use a Realtor who’ll want to suggest a whole bunch of other properties you don’t want? That’s why I hate Nordstrom. I don’t need a salesperson to help me select my clothes or give me suggestions on what goes with what. I know what I want when I see it.
