I dont own a house.Should I look first to buy it for my self?

[Elton Lika]

Hi all,

I am just starting to learn about real estate and loving the idea so far.Me and my wife came to U.S.A 2 years ago with green cards (from Albania) and we settled in Philadelphia,PA.All the time we thinking to buy a house but since this credit thing has been an issue for us i think we will have to wait a lil bit.My question is simple:should i wait till i buy my house and then start looking for investments in RE or should i start looking even if i rent a property for my self?I will really appreciate any suggestion.

Thanks,

Elton LIKA