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7 Reasons Why Real Estate is the Best Investment

10/28/2022

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Real estate has long been considered a solid investment for many reasons. It is a relatively safe and easy way for people to build wealth beginning with a small amount of money. If you are interested in investing in real estate, I’d be happy to help you find the right properties.

Here are some of the ways investing in property can help you build an investment portfolio.

1. Real estate investments can provide you with a reliable and steady cash flow. Investing in rental properties is relatively easy as expenses are predictable and if your properties remain occupied you know what to expect in terms of profit margin.

2. Real estate appreciates in value. Real estate consistently appreciates, even during economic downturns, making it one of the more reliable investments. On average, real estate in the US appreciates between 3-5% annually.

3. Real estate investments help you retire. If you have been paying on your mortgage throughout your working years, you will experience greater cash flow as you near the end of your mortgage term and the principal is paid off.

4. Real estate sales are taxed at a lower rate than other income. When you sell your property, you are taxed short- or long-term capital gains which are usually lower than income tax brackets.

5. Real estate equity can be leveraged. One of the most attractive reasons for investing in real estate is the ability to leverage your money. When you take out a mortgage to purchase property you reduce the amount of capital required. As you build up equity in the property, you borrow against the equity or refinance the original loan, freeing up cash to buy another property.

6. You have control to improve upon your asset. Unlike an investment in stock, where you have no control over how it performs, you can improve upon your real estate investment. Updating or upgrading systems, finishes, appliances, and landscaping helps build value in your investment.

7. Real estate investments are depreciable. This is confusing, but you can legally claim a depreciation expense on an investment property even though the value of your investment property is actually appreciating. The depreciation deduction allows investors to generate a higher cash flow while reporting a lower income for tax purposes.
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    Jason Shadbolt, BMgt

    As a Realtor, Builder and previous Mortgage Specialist, if you have questions, all you have to do is ask!

    Having been raised on the building lot, completing projects from new construction to major renovations, and spending two years as a professional Mortgage Broker, I have been involved in all aspects of a Real Estate transaction.

    In addition to my experience I have obtained my Bachelors Degree in Management from Dalhousie University. I believe that every real estate transaction should be made as smooth and stress free as possible. To ensure the above I use all aspects of my education and experience to treat every transaction as though it were my own. 
     
    My goal is to make sure your purchase or sale is positive, giving you a reason to comfortably refer me to your family and friends. 

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