Real estate investment is not as easy as many believe and whilst this is most definitely a viable vehicle which can make investors money, it is important to understand the many mistakes that beginners make if you are interested in getting started. Ali Ata is a real estate guru who has just about seen it all when it comes to the mistakes that beginners make, and we have him board to give us some insights into exactly where beginners go wrong when it comes to investing in any type of real estate. Let’s take a look.
Staying Local
Many investors will only look at their local area when they first make an investment, which is not always a surefire way to find success. In many cases there is a lot more value to be found in other cities and states, which is why investors should always open up their scope to the wider area, and not just investing in their own back yard.
Failure to See Big Picture
Buying a property is not just about finding the right property in the right location, it is also about looking at the wider community in terms of deciding whether or not it is a smart investment. For example investors should be looking at crime and unemployment rates, they should consider the amenities that are around the property, as well as looking at what kind of community they are investing into. All of these things matter for people looking to buy or rent, so they should matter to investors too.
Cash Flow
Buying a property is going to tie up an awful lot of cash, even if you plan to get a mortgage, and one thing which many investors get wrong is failing to keep a safety net. There are all kinds of things which you may have to shell out for from maintenance issues to solicitors fees, so it is always the smart decision to not have all of your money tied up in a single investment.
Getting Rich Quick
Whether it is the fault of dodgy informercials or just an pre-conceived notion which people have, many believe that real estate investment is a great way to get rich quick. Now whilst there are people out there who are flipping properties and making good money off it, as a beginner in this game you cannot expect to get in, make millions and then get out, it just doesn’t work like this. You should have a long term strategy to make profit, and never assume that this will work out.
Just Not Getting It
Some people just fail to properly research the real estate market, what impacts it and what people are actually looking for when it comes to real estate. Failure to gain the knowledge that you need in this industry will result in big issues when you eventually come to invest.
Avoid these common mistakes and you will be in a good position to do well.
