Buy & Hold Strategy
The most fundamental real estate investment strategy: purchase a property, rent it out, and hold it long-term for cash flow and appreciation.
How It Works
- Find a property with positive cash flow
- Finance with a mortgage (leverage)
- Rent to tenants for monthly income
- Hold for years while building equity
Four Wealth-Building Mechanisms
- Cash Flow: Monthly rental income after expenses
- Appreciation: Property value increases over time
- Loan Paydown: Tenants pay your mortgage, building equity
- Tax Benefits: Depreciation, expense deductions, 1031 exchanges
Ideal For
- Long-term wealth building
- Passive income seekers
- Investors with stable capital
- Markets with strong rental demand