Successful in real estate with Down syndrome?

[David Heyburn]

I've begun my real estate investing journey, in large part motivated by the birth of our son who in October 2021, who was born with Down syndrome. Not knowing, what his professional or employment prospects will be as he gets older, I want to build a business that generates a high volume of cash flow to not only provide my family financial freedom in the near term, but to build a business that can sustain and fund his life in the long run. With that being said, after reading Rich Dad Poor Dad and other books on REI, I'm keen to believe that he would be able to have a meaningful role in the business it's self, not just as a beneficiary. So, it made me start to wonder if others know of people with Down syndrome or other disabilities have found success in real estate.

Let me know your, tactful, thoughts. Thanks!

[Nathan Gesner]

Nick Vujicic is incredibly intelligent whereas people with Downs Syndrome have low IQ and won't be able to function as an ordinary property investor. However, your investments can certainly provide your son opportunities!

I have a friend with a few rentals and his son has Down Syndrome. He is about 25 years old and loves to mow the lawns, help his dad clean and paint during turnovers, and do other physical tasks. He's not capable of keeping the books, but there are lower-level tasks that he is very good at and he loves having a purpose, working with his dad, and earning some money.

The amount of effort you pour into your son will make a big difference in how he develops. I know two people right now with Down children about 12 years old. One is basically ignored and sits in front of the TV or on their tablet all day while the other is expected to do chores, taken on little adventures outside, given extra therapy and tutoring, etc. The difference is night and day.