...and you thought Tysons had traffic now.

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Why buy just to "get in" if you arent going to stay? That strategy doesnt work if prices are falling.

I agree, although I was operating under the ASSumption that prices are pretty much level these days.

The problem with Nova is that the market was overinflated by the ridiculously low interest rates and the popularity of interest only loans. I think it's getting to a point where prices are returning to a more normal level and home ownership may become more of a reality in the next year or two.

The reality of my situation is that I need a garage and lots of parking, so anything less isnt really even on the table. And low living costs free up cash that I can do dumb shit with.
I agree with you though, I really wish I got into the market back in 2001/2002 shortly after I graduated.

Racers are a unique breed and you're probably a perfect example of the race vs own dichotomy. Your situation is far from conducive unless you want to live in WV. Only reason I can race is because I don't need a truck, a trailer and a place to store them and the car. We were also lucky enough to scrape our way into a small TH in Leesburg back in 2001 despite our combined income at the time being less than I make now.

edit: Screw Allstate and their low paying bitchfaces.