Many people consider real estate investment a risk-free method to make money. Millions of people have developed their businesses with real estate, so people who want to be rich consider it their top priority. However, it is not the quick way to be rich, real estate success takes time. We are discussing some strategies here, which can help you to grow your business and become rich.
Is real estate a good investment option?
These days new investors are hesitant when it comes to real estate. They usually prefer traditional ways like stocks. The reason is the rise in housing prices in the past couple of years. Different factors like low mortgage interest rates and low supply of houses are responsible for the high prices of real estate properties. These factors are responsible for the imbalance in demand and supply of housing inventory. Many people are predicting the housing market collapse in 2023. However, this is not the case, as housing experts are considering it as the best time for real estate investment for the following reasons.
The housing market is stable: Many people consider the housing market as a bubble, which is ready to burst. But this is not the case. The increase in housing prices forces people to think so. In the past, markets collapsed as there were more buyers than houses for sale. But it is not the same situation now, Regulations are quite strict for lenders and the number of buyers is not much in the market.
Rentals rates are increasing: In 2021, the average rent rate in the USA increased by 17.5%, which was a record. It’s coming slowly now, but it’s still high as compared to the time before the pandemic. Inflation rates are also very high, so it’s expected that rents will remain high not only this year but next year too. So, investment in real estate is a very good option now, as you can make a profit with increasing rental rates in the coming years.
The market is well balanced: During the pandemic, the housing market was the sellers’ market, as they were controlling prices. The demand for houses was more as compared to supply, so sellers took advantage. But now, the market is well balanced as supply and demand are almost equal. It’s a good time for new investors as property prices are affordable.
All these factors make real estate investment a good option to make money. Particularly for those, who want to invest in real estate for the first time.
The best strategy for real estate investment
Now we have decided that we will invest in real estate. The next thing is to decide about your strategy. What is the most suitable strategy to make money? The strategy depends on various factors and can be different for every investor. For instance, how much money do you want to invest? Time for which you can invest? Etc. Answers to these questions will decide your real estate investment strategy. Here are some popular investment strategies, you can choose according to your investment goals.
Rental Properties
It is called the buy-and-hold strategy, as it’s a long-term investment strategy. You have to invest in residential properties and rent out them to generate monthly rental income. If you find a cheap rental house, you can enhance your return on investment. To buy this property, you might have to lend money from lenders. Some investors choose alternative financing options too. There are two types of rental Strategies, rental strategy, and short-term rental strategy.
Long-term rental strategy: It’s the most common rental strategy. Landlords rent out their property for an extended period, usually more than six months and typically a year. Tenants are responsible for the maintenance of the unit and they pay rent on a monthly basis.
Short-term rental strategy: Rental platforms like Airbnb have supported the emergence of short-term rentals. It’s about renting out the residential unit to guests for one or a few nights. Cleaning and maintenance are the responsibility of the owner.
House flipping
House flipping is the next strategy, also, called fix and flip. Investors buy properties that are in bad condition or need repair. They repair these properties and renovate them according to their budget. After all the work, these properties are ready for sale and investors can make a good profit. These properties are available at a low price, as compared to market value. However, it is very important to understand that fixing costs is not about repair only, you have to pay insurance, property taxes, contractor expenses, and material costs too. House flipping is suitable for experienced investors, new investors may not be able to do it successfully. It’s a short-term investment strategy, as investors sell the house soon after renovation. Usually, it takes a few months only.
House flipping has various advantages, for instance, it helps to make a profit quickly. But investors should be aware of the real estate market. Moreover, market fluctuations can also affect the business negatively.
Wholesaling
This is an ideal strategy for new investors. You need very little investment to start this business. It’s a variation of the house flipping strategy, but the investor doesn’t take ownership of the property. In this strategy, the wholesaler finds a property that needs renovation and repair and gets it at a low price, through a contract. He estimates repair costs and decides the final value of the property. Then, he sells the property to the buyer and charges his fee.
It is a good business to start with little money but you must have complete market knowledge. Moreover, this kind of business demands a lot of time. The wholesaler must have good negotiation skills too. Additionally, check your local laws, at some places, wholesalers need a license to work.
These are some real estate strategies that can help you to become rich. However, the important thing is to choose the right strategy and right location to start this business. Choose property according to your strategy and plan your every step.
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As a top producing Realtor and Property Manager; Terry specializes in sales, extensive construction homes, rentals, REO’s, short sales, and all aspects of Real Estate. After graduating the University of Michigan with a master in MBA, Terry continued his endeavor and now has over 15+ years of experience in the Real Estate world. If there is anything that has to do with Real Estate and sales, you can always be sure of Terry to provide important, specialized knowledge.
