All indications are that, in most areas of the country, we've exhausted the bottom. This means, if you're looking for the 'best deal', your window of opportunity may very well be close to passing. My advice to all able to purchase is to do so...now! Do not, however, do so alone; seek the advice and representation of a, and here's the most important part, very experienced and knowledgeable real estate professional. On the buyer side, in most markets, you don't pay for the services; they are compensated by way of cooperative efforts with the seller side, so why not!?!? - Mon Nov 30 2009, 11:44