As the year draws to a close, you’re likely to reflect. (And if not, you probably should!)

Morgan Stanley recently called homeowners “strong hands” in the real estate market. Strong hands refer to those with the financial means and capacity to hold onto their assets long-term. They withstand market volatility and downturns.

This year, you might have heard some discouraging things about the real estate market. Naysayers have debated the feasibility of SFR investing when real estate prices are at an all-time high. Various legislative efforts might change the real estate landscape. Here’s the thing – it’s not that real estate investing is a bad idea. It’s more about perspective.

Investing in something, whether real estate or another asset, is a monumental decision for your financial future. At best, you begin the journey that will create generational wealth for you and your family to enjoy for decades to come.

While there’s no doubt that real estate is one of the best investments you can make, too many newbie investors go into it without considering the risks. They think because they own their own home or have rented in the past, they know what they’re looking for.

Every real estate investor knows that one of the big perks in the biz is found in tax benefits. None of us like paying taxes. They’re inevitable, of course, so why not get the biggest benefits from them you can?

Experienced real estate investors know the value of quality property management. Even non-investors are cognizant of the stereotypes and horror stories surrounding incompetent, bad, and downright mean property managers!

Although we know that investing in real estate online offers unprecedented access to the many potentially lucrative markets and opportunities, it isn’t a sure thing. Unfortunately, as with any business, there are those out there looking to make a quick buck – even if it comes at the expense of honest investors who worked hard to get where they are.

The hot real estate market has its pros and cons. In 2021, the average home price grew by 20%. Far above the norm. For those who already own real estate, that’s great news. For those looking to buy? It could be a big opportunity as well as a big challenge.

Real estate is well-known as a low-risk asset class. Real estate investors have been capitalizing on the model (on record) for decades, though the art of capitalizing on properties and land has been around just about as long as currency itself!