Downturn
There is no doubt by now that the economy is in at least a downturn. Foreclosures are up and people are becoming more and more cash strapped. Retail stores are slashing prices in hopes of getting people to shot again, with no avail. The government is stepping in, promising to send everyone a check. The real estate market is in a downturn as well, with prices dropping. Now is not the best time to train to become a real estate agent.