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Justin M.
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Fear of missing out

Justin M.
  • San Antonio, TX
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How do you get out of the mindset of finding the perfect market? For example, I'm interested in long distance investing which opens up so many possibilities. I could spend all year just researching different areas.

I know I need to just focus on one area which I have done but it's still in the back of my mind that I can find a better market if I keep looking.

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Scott Passman
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Scott Passman
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@Justin M. The whole time you are not finding deals because you keep changing markets, you are missing out.  There is no perfect market. Find one that makes sense, interests you, or gives you some sort of advantage. whether through past experience there or an established network, and work to become an expert in it.  The "perfect market" myth is just a way we trick ourselves into not pulling the trigger and taking action out of fear.  I had it for a while as I'm sure many others have.  Select a market and take action. 

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