Owning your own home is part of the American Dream. It is a status symbol as well as a security. It is an investment into your future as well as a comfort. There are several reasons that you should consider for making your home purchase now.

1. Interest rates are low and that may not last forever. Many expect interest rates to increase so the window of low interest rates and low home prices won’t here forever. This could be the perfect opportunity for a home buyer. Real estate prices could be at an all time low with low interest rates makes home ownership very affordable. Depending on your area some homes are selling for a third or a half of what they used to sell for.

2. Home Prices. While it is awful that so many people have lost their homes, it has created an abundance of home inventories. Homes are being sold for a third of their past values. All around the country you can find terrific deals on homes you may have not been able to afford in the past. With prices so low, you will be able to purchase more home for your money. This includes new homes or recently built homes. Many developers have found that their plans were stopped when the economy halted. Large homes in new subdivisions have incredibly low price tags attached to them. It is a buyers market.