Real estate has advantages for an investor. In an inflationary period in the economy, real estate increases value faster than other investments. When an investor sells, they are likely to receive real returns on the investment. An investor has control in increasing real estate's value. An investor can make improvements to a property that will lead to higher returns when sold. Real estate investment provides yield enhancement. Adding real estate to an investment portfolio reduces a participant's risk level, while increasing the overall value of the portfolio. Many real estate properties … [Read more...]