Did you ever think you would hear the words “real estate boom” again? Its not necessarily a boom, but how about a mini boom then? According to a Forbes article, many cities hardest hit by the real estate bust are now experiencing mini sales booms. Savvy buyers and investors are taking advantage of the decline in prices and buying properties now rather than waiting. Some foreclosure properties are even getting multiple offers. With the real estate downturn comes opportunity and buyers are jumping on great deals.

San Jose ranked #9 on the list of cities nationwide where it makes most sense to buy now. The article placed Las Vegas at the top of the list of cities to buy now just ahead of Sacramento and San Diego. One expert cited in the article also predicted that real estate prices will start to see appreciation again by 2011. Hopefully, we’ll also hear the words “real estate boom” again too.

Read the Forbes article here.