Be a Yacht not a Dingy

John Templeton, a financial genius, said it best when he said, “Sell at the point of peak optimism, buy at the point of max pessimism because the consensus is always wrong.”

If you were to read the paper or listen to the media you might be inclined to believe the negative consensus about the real estate market. Don’t invest now, get out while you can…However, THE CONSENSUS IS ALWAYS WRONG. The savvy real estate investor is salivating at an opportunity to create life long wealth in a market that is overflowing with favorable conditions.

How do you recognize when to buy and when to sell your investments? It is easy. Most self created real estate millionaires buy when everyone is selling and sell when everyone buying. To be a part of the next influx of wealthy real estate entrepreneurs it is time to buy.

There are several great “plays” right now. Cash flow is king! There are abundant opportunities to purchase cash flow properties. Mobile home parks have been proven to be cash cows. In most cases they produce both cash flow and appreciation when they are bought out. Apartment buildings are another source of great cash flow. There is also tremendous opportunity in purchasing foreclosures and undervalued properties. This will require due diligence and research. Hire a seasoned professional to help you in this process. Making an informed and educated decision will ensure successful investments enhancing your financial portfolio.

I think we’re entering a great market. A bad one is when amateur investors become real estate experts and they bid up prices. They make housing expensive for homeowners, often adding little to no value to the property. They simply muddy the waters and make a valuable investment, a home, expensive.  What I’m saying is: Now is the time to turn pro. Now is not the time to be an amateur. It’s the amateurs who jump in when the market is hot. It’s the professional who comes in when it’s cooling down. Get the message?

I once had someone tell me, “A rising tide lifts all boats”. It is an exceptionally on-target analogy for the past real estate market. People were putting money anywhere in real estate and making a fortune, buying new, selling before it was completed, flipping, re-habbing, and so forth. However, today it is imperative that you have a professional helping you make wise decisions on what to purchase and what your exit strategy will be.

Instead of being the dingy in the bay who is tossed to and fro with the waves, it is time to be the yacht in the middle of the ocean that is steady whether the tide goes in or comes out. 

Tanya Marchiol, the founder and president of TEAM Investments, has proven herself adept in the real estate and investment arena. Tanya’s teaches her clients how to generate, grow, and maintain wealth even during economic downturns.  She offers tailored guidance based on 12 years of experience and the individual client’s needs.  With a presence in 43 states, her ability to connect with and reach a wide range of individuals is evident in her client roster, from professional athletes to young professionals; from Phoenix to Atlanta. For more information, visit http://www.TEAMinvestmentsinc.com.

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