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Rainmaker
4,572,364
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

I don't listen to rumblings unless my physician advises.

May 20, 2018 08:21 PM
Ambassador
6,393,609
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Depends on your goals and plans and the types of real estate you are investing in.

For some it is never a good time, for others it is always a good time to invest.

May 20, 2018 08:18 PM
Ambassador
2,684,109
Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

   It's always a good time if the price and terms are good, and if you can be in it for the long run.

May 20, 2018 09:56 PM
Rainmaker
628,914
Buzz Mackintosh
Mackintosh REALTORS - Frederick, MD
“Experience, reliable, leadership”

Historically Real Estate has always been a better investment than the stock market, like all investments you need to make sure you have a good adviser to make good decisions.

May 21, 2018 03:39 AM
Rainmaker
1,374,473
Joyce Marsh
Joyce Marsh Real Estate LLC - Daytona Beach, FL
Joyce Marsh Homes

At the right price it can always be a good investment. 

May 20, 2018 09:07 PM
Rainmaker
516,537
Brenda J. Andrew
ULTIMA REAL ESTATE - Willis, TX
Professional Realtor in Conroe/Willis, TX

I think it is always a good time as long as the price is right. Plus interest rates are still low!

May 20, 2018 08:24 PM
Rainmaker
544,014
Dave Halpern
Dave Halpern Real Estate Agent, Inc., Louisville, KY (502) 664-7827 - Louisville, KY
Louisville Short Sale Expert

Every point in the market cycle has its special investment niche

May 20, 2018 08:19 PM
Rainmaker
5,772,575
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

William,

Rumblings make good press as does fear mongering.  Each situation, each market is different.  A

May 20, 2018 08:24 PM
Rainmaker
3,416,038
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

The only rumbling i listen to is a volcano. Cash investors are lining to buy my new bank listings. It is still common to get 10 offers in a day.

May 21, 2018 05:17 AM
Rainmaker
2,220,654
Anthony Acosta - ALLATLANTAcondos.com
Harry Norman, REALTORS® - Atlanta, GA
Associate Broker

Where are you hearing this information from?

May 21, 2018 04:03 AM
Rainmaker
805,909
Steve Higgins
RE/MAX Kelowna - Kelowna, BC

I think it's always a good time. lol It all depends on the buyers circumstances.

May 20, 2018 08:36 PM
Rainmaker
1,543,823
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® e-Pro CRS RCS-D Vets
Big Block Realty 858.232.8722 - La Jolla, CA
CEO of Vision Drive Realty - Coastal San Diego

In SOCAL you'll pay retail + in most cases.

May 21, 2018 06:53 AM
Rainmaker
4,883,242
Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker

I say if the numbers work it is a good time.  Right now you have to beat the bushes and find the deals.

May 21, 2018 05:05 AM
Rainmaker
4,319,419
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

William Feela - I do not say that.

Instead I give then cookies candies etc.

May 20, 2018 11:23 PM
Rainmaker
7,836,419
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

There are always investment opportunities.

May 21, 2018 01:38 PM
Rainmaker
399,703
PropertyMinder (AccelerAgent)
PropertyMinder, Inc. - San Jose, CA
Modern Tools for the Modern Agent

Rumblings might be from stomachs (folks are hungry for a market that will benefit them...) - Tim

May 21, 2018 01:17 PM
Rainmaker
711,852
Lynnea Miller
Bend Premier Real Estate - Bend, OR
Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon

That all depends on the needs of the investor.  Can you get rock bottom prices on real estate now the way you did during the recession? No. But there are investments which can be found in the market.

May 21, 2018 10:48 AM
Rainer
509,449
Susie Kay
Ultra Real Estate Dallas Fort Worth - Plano, TX
North Dallas Specialist

It depends on the home. If one is still making money why not jump in.

May 21, 2018 10:44 AM
Rainer
92,082
Jon K. Judd
Keller Williams Realty - Central Delaware - Dover, DE
GRI, e-PRO, SFR, Delaware Homes

It's always a good time for "someone" to invest or sell real estate...

May 21, 2018 10:31 AM
Rainmaker
5,583,278
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

well, prices are still rising....great time to sell...not so great to buy investment property....

May 21, 2018 09:29 AM
Rainmaker
1,712,676
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

I am selling a ton of investment real estate. I can only spoeak for me. Still buying also.

May 21, 2018 09:25 AM
Rainmaker
631,962
Vern Eaton
Askov, MN
Realtor 651-674-7449

I think it depends on the type of property and the time frame of ownership

May 21, 2018 09:05 AM
Rainmaker
1,311,397
John Juarez
The Medford Real Estate Team - Fremont, CA
ePRO, SRES, GRI, PMN

My advice is buy a home for a place to live. Prices are forecast to continiue upwards for the next couple of years here is Silicon Valley...so the investment part comes along with the ownership package.

Invest, of course, covers a lot of various activities.

May 21, 2018 09:04 AM
Rainer
182,915
Harjeet Bhatti
FITH THIRD BANK - Chicago, IL
Home Mortgage Consultant 25 States

No, this is not true in all the markets. 

May 21, 2018 08:59 AM
Ambassador
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Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

By invest, do you mean buy a principal residence?  I don't consider that investing. 

If truly buying an investment property, I think Bob Crane nailed it.  It depends.  No two people have the same goals or circumstances.

May 21, 2018 08:32 AM
Rainmaker
191,939
Erika Rae Albert, Austin Real Estate Expert
E-Rae Realty - Austin, TX
Exceeding Expectations in Every Transaction

That's such a generalized statement.  What type of real estate, what area, what price point?  There's always good times to invest it just depends on making the right investment at the right time.

May 21, 2018 07:05 AM
Rainmaker
644,125
Greg Large
ERA Real Solutions - Grove City, OH
A Tradition of Trust

those who listen to rumblings are not suited to be investors.

May 21, 2018 06:56 AM
Rainmaker
2,781,173
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

You are going to pay top dollar but you will be in the game. The next question will be: Can you stay-in-it?

May 21, 2018 06:52 AM
Rainmaker
1,844,301
Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

Oh hell no. The same people that 'predicted' the 2008 bust I suppose?

May 21, 2018 05:49 AM
Ambassador
3,345,091
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

It depends on so many things. 

May 21, 2018 05:23 AM
Rainmaker
5,216,734
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

What is your acceptable rate of return? If the numbers work, it is time. If not, do not!

May 21, 2018 05:14 AM
Rainmaker
4,800,082
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

I think anytime is a good time provided you find the right property and at the right price.

May 21, 2018 05:11 AM
Rainmaker
2,182,552
Michael J. Perry
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

It's probably because Prices are a tad high ?

May 21, 2018 05:04 AM
Rainmaker
5,104,931
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Depends on what you mean by invest. Investors who purchase for rental purposes are pulling back somewhat as the numbers don't pencil out. For buyers who plan to live in their homes it won't get better with home prices and interest rates increasing.

May 21, 2018 04:55 AM
Rainmaker
921,504
Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

Those of us who have experienced several cycles in the real estate business and the economy have come to know the real estate marketplace is always a good investment, however the strategies used MUST change accordingly.

For example of one has only one tool in the tool shed and that is an FHA mortgage, it is true challenges regarding minimal occupancy times will have real economic impact.

Like the double digit interest rates of the 80 and the Bank of America caused crash, people still prefer sleeping under a roof.

May 21, 2018 04:25 AM
Rainmaker
1,390,113
Wayne Zuhl
Remax First Realty II - Cranford, NJ
The Last Name You'll Ever Need in Real Estate

We're having a strong seller's market in NJ - not a great time if you're looking for a bargain.

May 21, 2018 03:39 AM
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5,230,119
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Every day, every year is a great one to invest in real estate! 

May 21, 2018 10:59 PM
Rainer
87,920
Jeff Perlis Prime Properties
Prime Properties - Lake Arrowhead, CA
Experience Your Own Transformation!

I say: it is a great time to buy and to sell! 

May 21, 2018 10:06 PM
Rainmaker
1,622,432
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

It is not about time, but about an individual deal terms. It is always good time for a good deal.

May 21, 2018 09:03 PM
Ambassador
2,178,603
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

It's never a good time to have children either but people still keep doing it. 

May 21, 2018 04:31 PM
Rainer
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Jerry Thomas-Construction Loans
Cranbrook Loans - Farmington Hills, MI
Construction Loans in MI, OH, PA, VA, GA and FL.

Buy low, sell high. Doesn't seem like we are anywhere close to the low end of the market.

May 21, 2018 02:53 PM
Rainmaker
1,525,616
Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

I think there are some good investments out there but the buyer needs to be savvy.

May 21, 2018 02:49 PM
Rainmaker
1,502,998
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

I only listen to the rumblings of my tummy... and maybe I should start ignoring them.

 

If you can get a good deal, it's always a good time to buy.  If you have to pay retail... blech!

May 21, 2018 12:12 PM
Rainmaker
3,071,489
Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

Michael Jacobs nailed this one!

May 21, 2018 05:11 AM
Rainmaker
4,434,127
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

Depends 

May 21, 2018 03:53 AM
Rainmaker
5,868,554
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

We are still seeing good home value increases.

May 24, 2018 04:02 PM
Rainer
155,337
Anthony Kirlew
Group 46:10 Network @ eXp Realty - Gilbert, AZ
Helping You Make Fiscally Sound Real Estate Deals!

Any time you find a deal is a good time to invest! :-)

May 22, 2018 09:01 PM
Rainmaker
129,698
sandy straley
Rindlesbach Homes - Salt Lake City, UT
Selling Homes for over 40 Years

It is alway a great time to invest in real estate. . . .  as long as you make your investment work for you. . .  Most people get in over their head with the payments -- I also try for as little downpayment as possible and make sure my total monthly payment is not more the two hundred dollars over what I can rent the property for monthly. . . .  also know what repairs need to be made so you do not get into the "money trap"

May 22, 2018 02:08 PM