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If you're looking for passive long-term financial gains, real estate investing might be right for you. Previously, this type of investment was only for the wealthy. However, things have changed and now it's possible to get involved without being a millionaire. In this post, we'll dive into real estate investing basics and the best ways to get started.

Why Should You Choose Real Estate?

While there are plenty of ways to earn passive income. Real estate is one that can provide an immediate return now and continually for years to come. Since well-maintained properties increase in value over time, it's okay if the property you choose needs a little work in the beginning. If you are new to the world of real estate, it's also normal not to know all the lingo that goes along with it.

ARV, which stands for after repair value of the property, is a term that even though it seems simplistic enough to understand, can be confusing. As an investor, you need to know how to calculate the ARV before deciding on a property. If you're having trouble understanding the calculations, you can review a guide on how to calculate ARV. This way, you'll have solid knowledge of how the process works prior to purchase.

Types Of Investments

All real estate investments are not the same. Depending on your interests, you could consider investing in commercial, industrial, or residential properties. Each niche has its own unique set of pros and possible cons, which is why it's important to determine which one will help you reach your financial goals. To simplify the decision-making process, let's quickly look at each one.

Commercial property are buildings or structures that are used for business purposes only. These are rented to organizations that generate an income. Industrial properties are those that are used mostly for industrial activities like manufacturing, storage, and distribution. Residential property are single-family homes, apartments, or condos are used for housing. Depending on the location and type of structure there may also be homeowner's association fees to consider as well as property tax.

Tips for Beginners

If you are just starting out, there's a learning curve you'll want to master. The first step is researching where you want to buy and the surrounding areas. You should look for how much homes or establishments in that area have sold for or average rent in the area is. You should also research whether the area is designated as an upcoming area, which usually means it needs to undergo urban development.

Sometimes you can get great deals in areas that are undergoing development. You should start off slow and not take on more than you can handle. As tempting as it is to go all out and make a large purchase, you might be biting off more than you can chew, and that's even with a too good to be true deal. It's better to buy one single property and focus on maximizing your ROI. Once you start to see a return on your initial investment, you can then decide your next move.

Work with a Mentor

Even the most seasoned investors were once beginners, and they probably worked with a mentor. Mentors can help you understand the best ways to make your money work for you, help you make your first purchase, and advise you if you're making a mistake.

Be Ready for Anything

Just like the stock market, the real estate market can change in an instant. That's why you need to be ready for unforeseen expenses, an uptick in renters or buyers, or a decline in availability. You should always have a back-up plan in place just in case things don't go as planned.

Focus on the Future

The real estate market can be fickle, so you need to have patience and stay focused on your goals. If your goal is to retire early and live off rental proceeds, then you need to look for opportunities and places that will allow you to do that.

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