The National Association of Realtors lead economist Lawrence Yun has editorialized this month that rents are currently rising 3.5% yearly, potentially upwards of 5%. With rents doubling in the next 14-20 years, I think it makes it a great time to buy. Either to avoid paying excessive rents or investing your hard earn money. Make your money work for you and come talk to me about buying a great investment property. I can get you a great rental here in Prescott for 35k-40k a door, and as low as 20k/door in the Phoenix area. Call me at 928-925-6050 or email me at jpmaneely@kw.com to see if we can find a house/investment that is right for you.
Here is a the article from Lawrence Yun:
http://realtormag.realtor.org/news-and-commentary/economy/article/2011/11/rent-s-upward-ride-could-prices-follow