an economist with the national association of realtors, for people watching this at home feeling priced out of the market, what is your advice? well, you know, one has to first never go beyond their budget. so whatever budget they have set, don t go beyond that. other wise one is asking tfor trouble. so pain the first home is not the dream home. they have to put some efforts, a starter and put in remodeling efforts for it, so go for a affordable price. second, maybe they offer better accountability, especially among officer workers who do not have to commute every single day. consider the next county consideration, and third, be very flexible given the competitive nature. multiple offers are still happening so as one is discussing tol sellers, once yo sell your home, you may be