What Type of Real Estate Makes the Best Investment?
During the economic downturn of the early 1990s, a home in the Crocker Highlands area of Oakland, Calif., sold twice in two years. The house did not change substantially during this time, nor did its price. But, average prices in the neighborhood dropped about 15 percent during the same time.
Some homes hold their value better than others. It makes sense to pay particular attention to what you buy and where if you're worried that the housing market is overdue for a correction.
What did the Crocker Highlands home have that caused it to be more desirable than other listings? It had a good floor plan. There were four bedrooms on one level. The master bedroom had its own bathroom, and there were two additional ba...
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