Thanks for the inputs. But I guess I am still lost as I was... So, if I want to invest in real estate, where should I look? One thought is, I am thinking about living in Vancouver after I retire (in 15-20 yrs). so maybe buying a condo over there?

http://www.canada.com/edmontonjournal/news...87-f7e5a7547dc1 According to this article, this summer or fall would be the time to enter the market, say if I am thinking of buying a house in Orlando or San Diego and renting it as vacation home? Any suggestions? Because of the better exchange...