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Though some homebuyers who bought 10 years ago have not broke even on their investment, buyers today can break even in two years or less, according to a recent Zillow® analysis. Nationally, homebuyers today can break even in an average of 1.9 years.
"It's very clear that when it comes to maximizing gains from an investment in real estate, timing really does matter a great deal," says Zillow Chief Economist Dr. Stan Humphries. "However, timing isn't everything, and trying to time the market perfectly is incredibly difficult, even for professionals.
"There are any number of factors to consider when purchasing a home, only one of which is the potential for financial gain," Humphries adds. "Potential buyers should always place their personal needs and their family's needs first, and make the decision to buy only when...
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