Fannie Maes latest national housing survey discovered that consumers are cautiously optimistic about the state of the nations housing sector. Thats a lot like saying you may be okay driving without a seatbelt.

The survey said that consumers felt better about the housing market in the first quarter than they did in the previous one, but that overall, confidence levels are dragging. While those looking to buy a Boston condo really like how affordable prices are, theyre equally if not more concerned about affording rising household expenses.

So far as financial investments are concerned, consumers view buying a home as more risky than purchasing stocks or putting money right into a retirement plan. Search for a little more about the survey here.