investing in U.S. real estate

Investing in U.S. real estate has never been more complicated or more confusing.

Sales of existing homes in the U.S. unexpectedly rose 5.1% in February, but prices of existing homes fell another 15%. Most of the homes were sold to first time buyers, and nearly half of the properties sold (45%) were distressed in some way.

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Investing in U.S. real estate in this economy is not for the faint of heart. How can anyone second guess the current real estate market? Investors are as likely to lose big as they are to win, but one trend that looks like it just might catch on is cohousing.

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