Real Estate

Meridian, ID – For pastors, lower prices for real estate have been truly a blessing, allowing some to buy a home for the first time, according to Idaho real estate agent John Espinosa.

Espinosa, who comes from a family deeply involved in Christian ministry, says that the economic downturn has hurt a lot of charitable organizations, to be sure. But he says that ministers who have a steady income, however sparse, can often afford to buy a home now, whereas before they couldn’t.

“In the past, incomes were an issue, of course; everyone knows your average pastor doesn’t make a lot of money. The biggest problem in the way of home ownership, however, was high real estate prices, and now that they’ve come down a bit, we’re seeing more pastors able to afford to buy a home.”

He says that since the most active price point over the past few years has fallen to below the $100,000 mark, affordability has worked in the favor of those serving the church who want to buy a home.

“Many ministers have felt like the sense of permanency and security a family feels as a result of owning a home was unattainable. The weak economy has done a lot of harm, but the one good thing it has done is make Boise, Meridian and Eagle homes very affordable.”

For more information on Idaho real estate, contact:

John Espinosa

RE/MAX Advantage

5680 E Franklin Rd, Suite 100

Nampa ID 83687

208-484-7837

http://www.meridianidhomes.com

john@espirealestate.com

Orlando, FL – According to Orlando REALTOR® Jonathan de Jesus, the high inventory of real estate listings in the Orlando area means buyers can count on continued bargains for the near future.

How long the bargain-basement prices on Orlando real estate will last is debatable, according to de Jesus, who says that it depends on factors like the overall health of the U.S. economy and future mortgage legislation changes.

“Everyone is looking for bargains, from the first time home buyer to the real estate investor, and the market is providing great opportunities for both. The excess inventory has not only served to lower the entry barrier for buyers, but given them more properties to choose from as well.”

De Jesus says he’s seeing increased interest from international buyers due to the combination of rock bottom prices and the weakness in the U.S. dollar.

“The international buyers have definitely helped to balance out inventory with demand, but whether we’re talking about Baldwin Park condos or Windermere foreclosures, price is driving the market right now.”

“I believe those who are able to buy in the Orlando market right are getting in at historically low prices and interest rates. That’s a great combination!”

For more information, please contact:

Jonathan De Jesus

Dominium Realty Group

6236 Kingspointe Parkway #10

Orlando, Fl 32819

407-588-7828

http://www.florida-real-estate.pro