The rate of growth is not evenly spread with some sectors faring better than the others.One of the effects of an upward looking economy is reflected in the rise in mortgage rates.

Massachusetts, where I lived from birth until June '06, has the second to worst job growth in the country.

I realize from how sore I am that I have muscles where I never thought I had :mrgreen: I think it will take 2 more days and we'll be done with the painting.I have an interesting story to tell you all....The house next door I've noticed is empty and looks like it has been for a bit.

I choose not to fear the future but to look for niches of growth and a haven for thinkers of all brands.In this "world's worst"economy I find many new opportunities and I am exploiting two with much success.

People buy "growth stocks" all of the time based on optimistic cash flow assumptions and nobody claims they have a "financial death wish."

Properties with huge yard growth,mail box stuffed with mail,newspapers stacked up like crazy stuff like that.

But the property prices have stabilized and 10% growth in RE value is predicted for this year and the next few years.- small, 1-3 bedroom 1 bathroom apartments in Tallinn are the most sought after, both as a home and as an investment (flipping/rental).

If you focus on "free and clear" homes, which I have been looking into, I think you got a great market with a lot of growth potential in it.

I have a family member In Boston that makes 56,000 a year and barely squeaks by and doesn't spend much on anything.Now in Georgia you could afford a decent house and live okay on 40,000.In New York I am just not seeing it though.Now if you have a significant other you are pooling expenses with that is different but then you are getting their income as well and not just the 40,000.If you have a significant other and want to live off of 40k and they have no income or savings then I think that would be almost impossible where you live.Now you could increase your cap and potential by investing in other states that have higher cash flows versus money invested.Especially value add deals could give you a bunch of equity and growth.

Increases in price can be seen in directions toward growth areas.