Cash flow vs appreciation

[Victor Nunez]

I’m wondering whether to buy an investment property that will cash flow 1500 a month and my family and I will live in and will appreciate or buy an investment out of state and generate about 3500 month but won’t appreciate.

[Frank Wong]

Cash Flow over appreciation every time.   Just because its a cash flow property doesn't eliminate the appreciation of it. It may not increase at the same rate of some coastal markets but value does increase.  Of course, you have to buy the correct area.

I know a lot of people who are equity rich and cash flow poor.  It's great that you have a ton equity and you are a millionaire on paper but you are not living your life and enjoying it like one.  Everyone has their own objective and strategy and what's important to them. I prefer to see real money come into my real checking account and spend it each month.