It is expected that home prices will rise approximately 25 percent in the coming years, which makes it critical for anyone looking to buy or invest to do it now.The expected rising home prices in the next few years make real estate a strong investment, with the potential of rapid equity growth.

Stocks continue to rise because central banks and companies are buying stock to raise the price.

Will taxes rise again after purchase when there is a new assessment?

Lastly, all the big guys have offices in downtown Tampa, where I hate to go because of the traffic, congestion, difficulty and cost in parking, getting in and out of the high rise buildings, their attitudes towards their customers and they never return your calls.

@Russell Brazil, some DC areas have seen more stable prices that rise with inflation but don't see as much appreciation (i.e. west of Conn Ave).

I would imagine as interest rates rise, demand for buying homes will slow.  

Some of the 3-4caps may be underwater when it is time to get new financing if rates rise quickly

So if you discount the amenities and that it's a high rise with nice views, you're probably looking at around $3000.

HUD and MOD's are flying off the shelves for multi story, multi family, condo, du, triplex, quad, small apt. building, mid-rise motels/hotels, etc. 

I my self in similar situation the way I am handling it is to build a portfolio from strong cash flow property so that my income rises.