Is Investing in Real Estate Worth It?

(6 Lessons from an Actual Investor)

Real estate is a hot asset class these days. Everybody wants to own rental property. But is investing in real estate worth it?

I figured now would be a good time to reflect on both the good and the bad of real estate investing, and help you decide if real estate is a good investment for you.

Cash Flow

The main benefit of real estate cash flow, is that it is much higher than a stock dividend, and the underlying asset is not subject to as much fluctuation as a stock.

Cheap and Relatively Safe Leverage

The power of leverage in real estate is that it can increase your returns exponentially over the long term.

You Are in Control

Real estate investing encompasses so many different strategies, there really is something for everyone.

WHY YOU SHOULD NOT INVEST IN REAL ESTATE

There are lots of benefits to investing in real estate, but some major cons as well. With higher returns come higher risk, and higher stress.

IS INVESTING IN REAL ESTATE WORTH IT?

For me the answer is yes. Without real estate we wouldn’t be nearly as far along on our path to financial freedom.

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