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Alan Asriants
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Stuck in analysis paralysis? Consider this

Alan Asriants
#2 Tax, SDIRAs & Cost Segregation Contributor
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Philadelphia, PA
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  1. Timing the market is nearly impossible. Many investors try to time the market by waiting for the perfect deal or waiting for the market to hit a low before they invest. However, it's important to remember that no one can predict the future of the real estate market with complete accuracy. Instead of trying to time the market, focus on finding a deal that makes sense for you as a long-term rental property. If it's a good deal today, it will most likely be a good deal tomorrow.
  2. If you wait too long to find the right deal, you might miss out on some great opportunities. It's important to keep in mind that there's no such thing as a perfect deal. Waiting too long might cause you to miss out on some great opportunities or even lead you to settle for something worse. If a deal makes sense and is a good opportunity, don't hesitate.
  3. Time in the market is more important than timing the market. One of the most important factors in real estate investing is time. Anyone who bought real estate 10 years ago probably doesn't regret overpaying at the time because of the appreciation they've seen in the property's value. On the other hand, investors often regret selling or not buying a deal, but almost never regret buying a decent deal.
  4. Every month you wait, you are missing out on rental income. The longer you wait, the more you are losing. It's better to rent to a good tenant today for $50 less than to wait three more months to find a good tenant. This is because the time value of money is an important concept in investing, and the longer you wait, the more you're losing out on potential returns.
  5. You are missing out on tax benefits. If you own real estate, you can offset your income with depreciation, renovation costs, other fees, mortgage insurance, and more. These tax benefits can add up quickly and can make a significant impact on your overall returns.
  6. Don't get stuck in analysis paralysis. It's easy to get caught up in analyzing every little detail of a deal, but at some point, you need to take action. Talk to someone who has experience in real estate investing, show them the deal, and ask for their opinion. If it makes sense for a seasoned investor, it will likely make sense for you as well. Don't let fear of taking action or fear of making a mistake hold you back from making a good investment.
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Eliott Elias
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Analysis paralysis is a choice. Those who admit it have accepted the fact that they will do nothing to take action. It is so easy to stay busy in real estate, take baby steps. 

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