Are you curious about investing but not sure if it’s right for you? I used real estate investing to pursue financial independence, but I had some doubts along the way. Personally, I have only done flips and buy and holds, but here’s what helped me figure out if real estate was the way to go:
1. I Laid Out My Intended Role
A fantastic first question to ask yourself is: How much or how little do I want to be involved in my investments? Real estate can serve many purposes in many different ways. For example, real estate investment trusts are almost entirely passive. No middle-of-the-night phone calls, no managing, no nothing. You can also hire (competent) property management companies to take care of your properties. This way, you can stay as involved or uninvolved as you prefer.
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