All Forum Posts by: Hayden Kerns

Real Estate or the Stock Market. For those that have ventured into either avenue of investing, what insights can you share? Have you found real estate to be more lucrative and stable over time, or do you believe that the stock market offers better returns and flexibility? 

I understand that residential rental properties can provide positive incentives through loan paydown, tax incentives, cash flow, and appreciation. Based on my research, it is possible to become financially free through real estate investing, but requires hard work and time. Why would I not just invest my hard earned money into an index fund that is generating a yearly return of 10% with no hassle of managing tenants, expensive CAPEX, etc.

I value the insight of everyone and would appreciate your perspectives on the matter. Thank you!

Chris - Thank you! Well said. I have come to find out that majority of the people who are interested in getting into real estate never take action. I am hoping I can implement a solid process to scaling properties over time, but need to take action and start with one. 

I will shoot you a personal message. Looking forward to connecting!

I am embarking on a journey into the real of residential real estate investment to seek financial independence, generational wealth, and the freedom to do as I please. I am currently a commercial banker for Frost Bank in Houston, Texas and graduated from Texas Christian University in 2021 with honors in Finance. I am a determined to become a successful real estate investor with an understanding that success in real estate requires continuous learning and adaptation to the everchanging economic environment.

In the upcoming months, I will be actively engaging in the formation of a strategic partnership with two to three like-minded individuals, pooling our resources, and vision to embark on a life-changing journey into the world of real estate investing. I look forward to learning from other professionals on the Bigger Pockets platform.  Please feel free to comment on my post and refer seminars, forums, or books that would enable my understanding of how to become a successful real estate investor. 

Thank you for reading and best of luck on your journey to financial freedom.