ohio: US Real Estate Market Value trends
- 07/23/08 08:26 AM
Below are some numbers that I found to be pretty interesting. The housing market has been consistent over time with appreciation and continues to be a solid investment. Similar to other long-term investments, real estate will have it's ups and downs, but over time will increase in value.
Here is The Current Median Sales Price of U.S. Homes (found on Realtor.org) WEST - $341,300 MIDWEST - $165,300 SOUTH- $185,000 NORTHEAST- $276,800
National Trends in the US on Average Home Value 1990 $95,500 1995 $112,900 2000 $139,000 2005 $219,600 2007 $222,600
Purchasing a home is a good investment because it builds equity (2 comments)
ohio: Get your financial goals in order
- 07/01/08 01:35 AM
Financial Goals! Setting goals for today and the future may not be easy, but getting your plan in order will get you where you want to go faster! IDENTIFY YOUR GOALS! WHAT? What do you want to accomplish (ex. pay off credit card, save for a home improvement, etc.) WHEN? Set a specific start and end date for meeting you goal WHERE? Where are you getting the money to meet your goals? Will it come from saving, cutting other expenses, investing, etc? WHY? The most important question. Decide why your goal is important to you. Your "why" is what keeps you (3 comments)