Home ownership is and has been the American Dream, but lately, that dream is disappearing as lending practices are tighter and as more home buyers and sellers are less inclined to take risks in this market.  The result?  America is becoming a renter nation, but is renting still a SMART decision?

Below is a link to a presentation by Ken H. Johnson, Ph.D from Florida International University (FIU) and editor of the Journal of Housing Research.  Recently, Dr. Johnson presented his research on renting vs. owing at the NAR Conference and expo in Anaheim.  If you are a real estate agent, the presentation should assist in your daily practice. If you are a consumer (buyer, seller, renter or landlord), the information should prove to be very informative. If you are a policy maker, the presentation presents several findings that should influence current housing policy.

Buyer or Renter Nation Presentation

By the way, we still think that now is a SMART time to buy.  We are honored to serve you and those you know, and we are committed to helping you Buy. Sell. Live. SMART!

Seth & Alyce