These Cities Are Booming. But Could You Wind Up Underwater?

These Cities Are Booming. But Could You Wind Up Underwater?
That big house in the Southeast might be a bargain if you're leaving Calfiornia. But if the bubble bursts, you could still find yourself underwater. diy13/Shutterstock
Anne Johnson
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Many cities are experiencing housing bubbles. Some reasons include pent-up buying left over from the pandemic, or people who are nesting more since they are working remotely. In addition, many people are using real estate as a hedge against inflation. And some are just following jobs and lower state taxes.

When choosing your next home, it’s a good idea to first look at housing prices.  Not only will they be a factor in your decision about where to move, but they can also tell you a lot about the desirability of these cities. Why are they booming right now? And what if the bubble bursts?

Anne Johnson
Anne Johnson
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Anne Johnson was a commercial property & casualty insurance agent for nine years. She was also licensed in health and life insurance. Anne went on to own an advertising agency where she worked with businesses. She has been writing about personal finance for ten years.
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