[perez24]

We were pricing houses in the DC suburbs around 1995 and just couldn't afford what we wanted, with both my wife and I working.

We moved to Frederick County where the houses were less expensive, but even they are a bit ridiculous now. People are starting to re-discover West Virginia or southern Pennsylvania, and commuting for 2 hours one way.

[DCPatriot]

That's why buying some raw land up in Frederick County would make good sense today....for a lot of reasons.

Just sold a gorgeous 1.5 acre lot with house on South Mountain with astounding views for only $169,900.

Home has jacuzzi, soaring ceilings...but that view is worth the price of admission. (I'm a Realtor)HagemanGroup.com

[SauronOfMordor]

People are starting to re-discover West Virginia or southern Pennsylvania, and commuting for 2 hours one way.

As time goes by, those houses are more likely to appreciate than overpriced homes closer to DC. Companies which locate offices closer to where their actual people live are going to have an easier time hiring and retaining good workers