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I attended an excellent real estate seminar in Sarasota, FL at the beginning of the month. John Schaub was the speaker. He has been investing in real estate for over 37 years & is extremely knowledgeable in the single family market. He and others in attendance believe we are finally at the bottom of the market. If I take a look at my appraisal volume over the past month, I would have to agree. The rates are the lowest in 37 years, prices are great. If I could take a day off to look around, I would buy something right now. In my opinion, this is the best time for investors. Real investors. Many who dabbled in the 2005 boom who got burned probably will not invest any time soon - if ever. Too bad, with the right information & education, real estate as a long term investment can not be beat. Everyone needs a place to live, and our population continues to grow. Houses are great investments. However, the biggest lesson I learned at the seminar is patience. Buy the right house, in the right location, and the right price (under market) and don't sell it. Eventually, the house will be paid off and will have increased in value as it is being paid off. If you want to know more, visit www.johnschaub.com