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I certainly am aware that we are the midst of the worst housing situation in America since the early ‘90s, and one that may be the worst since the depression era. USA Today highlighted the problems on the front page of its Money section: high foreclosure rates, falling prices and vacant homes. Miami leads the way in falling prices, Nevada in foreclosures and vacant homes for sale across the nation are 800,000 than would be the case in a normal market. Most every market has suffered, and will continue to do so it seems.
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Wants and Needs Checklist
When deciding on a home, it is very important to understand the difference between the things that are wanted versus the things that are needed. For example, you have always wanted a nice big two story colonial-style home and can even afford it. But, what about that person in the home that is finally beginning to suffer with chronic knee or back problems? Those steps might be nice, but certainly not what you need. Use this checklist to help you in deciding what house is best for you and your family.