Sure you could hit a grand slam , once or twice in your life , but constant base hits bring in the same amount of runs on a steady basis 

This can indeed provide a steady income stream and considerable financial stability over time.

The best buyers agents provide insight to the market, negotiate to get a better deal, provides clarity to the transaction, steadies the nerves of buyers (first time home buyers for example), identifies problems with the property, introduces a whole cast of players to get the deal done etc.

REITs like Realty Income can definitely be a great hands-off option for steady income without the headaches of property management.That said, owning physical real estate has unique benefits like leverage, tax advantages, and control over your asset.

But steady cash flow and price to rent ratio works.

Sorry...i messed that up...they both have over 780+ but he has the steady income.

Here are the key themes I'm seeing get set up for 2025: Interest Rates Will be Holding Steady or going up: The yield curve (finally) uninverted this week, when the Fed signalled they will be more cautious about raising rates.

I understand that appreciation certainly helps an individual build equity, but I also am attracted to consistent cash-flow with a steady (albeit possibly slower) appreciation growth. 

He was happy he was getting a good steady rent check and know his property was well taken care of, and I was happy I was able to Airbnb with less expenses than had we owned the place. 

I use the 3x rent for my first barometer, steady employment, good credit, and of course 3 years of rental history.