I'm sure you can find those in virtually any markets with economic growth potential.

I don't think lumber prices by itself is a sign of a housing slow down, but in the context of the current economic climate and the other corresponding data, it certainly looks to be another key thing pointing to a housing slow down. 

For all the blustering and "I'm keeping powder dry" people bragging about how they're ready to jump in and pounce on all these dollar deals, the reality of a true real estate crash is a lot of economic devastation that bleeds into all sectors of everything. 

Rates hit all time lows after the 2008 crash when the Federal Government implemented the Quantitative Easement policy to stimulate the economy by buying $500 billion in mortgage backed securities.

This is a great source for tracking interest rates / market moveshttps://www.mortgagenewsdaily....Best things to monitor is economic data related to the economy strength (particularly jobs reports) and especially inflation (CPI prints), which will guide the Fed's decisions moving forward

This apartment community provides residents effortless commute times to various San Antonio economic drivers including Loop 410 Office Corridor, San Antonio International Airport, and Fort Sam Houston – Joint Base.Additionally, the property is located a short drive from prominent retailors and a variety of shopping and dining experiences.

This apartment community provides residents effortless commute times to various economic drivers including Loop 410 Office Corridor, San Antonio International Airport, and Fort Sam Houston – Joint Base.Additionally, the property is located a short drive from prominent retailors and a variety of shopping and dining experiences.What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

For somone just starting out, especially in uncertain economic times, the safest way is to buy turn key in solid, proven rental neighborhoods.  

Considering the current economic environment talking down the seller is definitely an option worth considering.

Their is a lot of perceived risk in the market right now from a lot of unknowns and an ever shifting landscape of economic factors.