That decline in inventory has been really noticeable.

Even if it is stabilized, but especially so if there isn't a long-term anchor in place.So, a lender is likely to mitigate its risk by offering a short-term loan with a low(er) LTV not only to hedge against vacancy rates, but declining values as well.

It says that the Case/Shiller housing price index is finally showing the first monthly increase in house price data, after 7 months of decline.

The only way to know if an offer was actually presented is with a signature on a declined offer.

I think at best we may see small gains in some markets, but many will remain flat or continue to decline.

They still chose to purchase two homes, which they soon lost to foreclosure when the values declined.

I want to learn as much as I can from this experience as it can provided insights for the future, and considering each experience is unique and that I am in for the long term, the more I know, the more I can minimize my risks.I have declined a couple who wanted to rent one of my two properties.

You might also look for demographic information like is the area growing or declining, resident info, income, etc. check with the Chamber of Commerce.

Sometimes rents decline, sometimes they skyrocket.

Use comparable sales, not tax assessment values in a declining market. 3.