Yep, that's gotta be very frustrating to not be able to buy a home because of all the investors jumping in. You may see that start to slow down shortly though and more opportunities opening up for buyers like yourselves. The housing market continues to slump(not all areas are the same) as the double-dip is in full effect with no end in site. Very recent economic numbers are looking bad also so that's only go to add the housing woes as more homes come on the market. Fortunately, rates continue to dip so the situation just keeps getting better for those who wish to finance. This 'good opportunity to buy' will be around for quite a while, and prices may get even better as we progress towards the end of the year. Spring time and early summer is typically a very busy season so I'm sure that's not helping you either. I'd stay patient and persistent. You'll get one eventually.
