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by Dan Krell &copy 2009<\/a>
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Consulting the stars to buy a home<\/p>\n

Before buying or selling a home, some people will consult a Realtor to understand market trend analyses, economic analyses and employment data. For a fresh approach to home buying\/selling and real estate investing, some will consult with an astrologer (before meeting with their Realtor). Astrology has been used for many years to assist people in making business and financial decisions as well as attempting to predict future trends.<\/p>\n

According to the American Federation of Astrologers (AFA), astrology has been practiced for over 4,000 years. It is considered an art by some, science by others, and mocked by many. Reported past followers of astrology include Plato, Copernicus, and Sir Isaac Newton. Former First Lady Nancy Reagan made headlines when she consulted with astrologers. Because there is a wide range of opinion, the AFA has stated that \u201cfew other topics stimulate as much debate as astrology.\u201d The AFA conducts research and compiles data to better the practice of astrology. The AFA also established a code of ethics and provides accreditation to astrologers (astrologers.com).<\/p>\n

The art\/science of astrology is practiced by calculating and reading natal charts; each natal chart is exclusive to each person\u2019s rising sign, planets, and houses. An individual\u2019s natal chart is read to interpret and understand past and future influences on a person\u2019s life, including (but not limited to) business, finances, relationships. Businesses owners sometimes use astrological charts to help time entering into contracts, expansion, and hiring.<\/p>\n

Why rely on a real estate expert when you can consult the heavens? Having an astrologer read your natal chart can help you understand and choose the best timing for buying a home as it relates to your life events. Depending on your chart, the astrologer may determine that buying during a certain period of time may be best to avoid negative influences. Additionally, an astrologer may even determine the type of home that may be best for you as well its surroundings.<\/p>\n

Some astrologers have actually claimed that they predicted the decline of the real estate market. In his book, Cosmic Trends, Philip Brown predicts future trends by studying celestial and historical cycles. Published in 2006, Brown described emerging astrological signs that were not seen since the 1930\u2019s. Special attention is given to Cancer, which Brown describes as representing homes and real estate.<\/p>\n

In 2008, Lloyd A. Wright, AMAFA wrote \u201cThe Catastrophic Eclipse of the Real Estate Bubble,\u201d which describes the effects of lunar and solar eclipses to the relative positions of Saturn (land and real estate), Jupiter (money), and the moon (the public) during 2007. Prior to the lunar eclipse of October 24, 2007, he stated that the real estate market was relatively stable. However afterward, he described the markets as beginning to tumble (astrologers.com).<\/p>\n

Although some astrologers may say that we are bound to our fates by karma, most astrologers will explain that we have free will that can be enhanced by reading our natal charts. Astrology is not exact, so it easy to misunderstand the intent and use of the field in one\u2019s life. <\/p>\n

Although often ridiculed, astrology is frequently misunderstood. However according to astrological practitioners, real estate market trends are not just associated with economic data – they may also be related to heavenly cycles and events. <\/p>\n

This column is not intended to provide nor should it be relied upon for legal and financial advice. This article was originally published in the Montgomery County Sentinel the week of July 27, 2009. Copyright \u00a9 2009 Dan Krell.