How long after a short sale can I buy a home?

With much remorse, I'm closing the short sale on my condo at the end of this month. I don't have to tell you how much of a hassle it has been. I've heard and read a lot of conflicting information about the time line for purchasing another property. I know there are a lot of lenders on this site; what's the real scoop on how soon I can buy? I need to get something I can afford as soon as possible; the mortgage interest is the only thing I can deduct, and I'll be taking a double-whammy tax-wise next year. by samtucker881 from Denver, Colorado. Jan 28th 2010 Reply