Real Estate: A Home or an Investment?

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Real estate should not be viewed as an investment vehicle

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A house is primarily meant for a family to live in, not as an investment

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The increase in value of a home after purchase and living in it is irrelevant

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Real estate investments have disadvantages, including the requirement of a high initial investment

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Real estate lacks liquidity compared to other investment instruments, making it challenging to sell when desired

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Property management becomes a concern when renting out a house

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demand for older properties decreases after 20 years

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Renters prefer modern, new houses, impacting the rental yield

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Considering all these factors, it is advisable to view real estate as a residence rather than an investment

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