Real Estate Investing - It's More Than Foreclosure!

I have over the years invested in stocks, stock options, collectibles, gold, stamps, art and real estate.  So, why should a person invest in real estate?  Well, for me it is my passion first and foremost.  If you knew me in high school you would have never guessed it, but I enjoy math, analyzing statistics and graphs and then the negotiations required in a real estate transaction.  There is of course also, the people!  I enjoy working with people and if I can, helping people.  This could come from a foreclosure, short sale or allowing someone to move on to something else they want to accomplish in life or retirement after disposing of a property.  Or, as a Realtor specializing in investment properties, helping someone else locate a property to acquire.  But what are some of the other reasons?

 

According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) second-home sales (for vacation homes and investment homes) accounted for four out of 10 homes sold in 2005. And now with the current economy and the historic level of foreclosures, these numbers are growing even higher.  While vacation-home buyers purchase primarily for enjoyment, investment-home buyers are looking to generate income in the following five ways.

 

#1: Appreciation

 

#2: Cash Flow

#3: Less volatility

 

#4 Tax Advantages

#5 Value-Added Improvements

 

Now is one of, if not THE best time in generations to get involved in real estate.  If this is your passion as well or if you just want to learn more, read all you can, join your local REIA (Real Estate Investors Association) and network with other investors.  To find a REIA near you, go to www.NationalREIA.com.

 

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