Nearly two-thirds of economists and real estate experts recently polled say the U.S. housing market is at a historic turning point. More than half say they expect national home prices to reach bottom this year and remain stable — with a modest 2 percent average annual growth — through 2015, according to MacroMarkets LLC’s June Home Price Expectations Survey.

MacroMarkets polled more than 100 housing experts, including Lawrence Yun, chief economist of the National Association of REALTORS®; Frank Nothaft, Freddie Mac’s chief economist; and others.

Most of the experts polled said they believe the bottom for housing prices occurred in the first quarter of 2011 or will arrive sometime before the end of the year.

While predictions varied somewhat, on average,

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Priced at $685,000

Bedrooms:  4 Bathrooms:  2.5
Home Size:  3,480 sq.ft. Garage:  2
Lot Size:  4,500 sq.ft. Community:  Issaquah Highlands
County:  King Property Type:  Single Family Detached
Year Built:  2006 MLS Number:  245050

Property Description

This immaculate 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home has westerly views from nearly every room. 1st floor has a spiral, wrought iron staircase, maple floors, formal dining and sitting rooms chefs delight kitchen has a stunning view with granite tile countertops, center island stainless steel appliances, Alder cabinets, breakfast nook, family room with stone fireplace and bonus or den perfect for work or play. Upstairs has a large, light filled master bedroom with 5 piece master bath, 3 bedrooms, 2

Owning a home may be your dream, but in order for the purchase to be the happy and satisfying experience it was meant to be, you need to ensure that you are financially and mentally prepared for the responsibilities that come with it.

Some people have a notion that home ownership is like renting, but with the power to have pets and paint the walls whatever color you like. However, while these privileges are available to homeowners in most municipalities, they come with the responsibilities of a mortgage, taxes and home maintenance. Preparing for home ownership in Seattle and San Diego requires you to take critical stock of your finances and your expectations.

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