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Updated 3 days ago on . Most recent reply
Does REI make sense long term anymore?
I've been reading a few posts that make me question if the window to invest in rel estate has closed for good. With the US population declining which could lead to a long term decline in pricing (as there is more supply than demand), increase in natural disasters and the current cost of borrowing/threat of increase cost of construction, it seems like REI isnt a stable financial plan for the future esp if you're just starting out in 2025. But would be interested in heading a more optimistic perspective.
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Totally fair concerns, but the window to invest hasn’t closed — it’s just different now.
Real estate has always been about picking the right market, the right deal, and the right strategy. National trends matter, but real estate is local.
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Some areas will lose population — others are growing like crazy (look at the Southeast, parts of the Midwest).
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Construction costs are high, but that also means existing inventory holds value better.
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Natural disasters are a risk, but good insurance and smart market selection mitigate it.
Bottom line: The "easy mode" is over, but disciplined investors will still build serious wealth. Focus on fundamentals: buy where people are moving to, not from. Stay liquid. Underwrite deals conservatively. You'll be fine — and honestly, you'll face less competition from people who got scared off.