Passive Investment

Placing your capital into a real estate syndication which is managed for you.

What is passive investment?‍

Passive investment refers to investing in a property without actively managing it, allowing investors to receive returns on their investment without putting too much effort into property management. This investment typically involves buying shares in funds or trusts that own multiple properties. The passive investor receives a portion of the rental income generated by those properties and any capital gains when the properties are sold. 

Additionally, passive investments may offer certain tax benefits as well. Investors opt for passive investments and enjoy relatively low-risk and stable returns over time with minimal involvement.

How does passive investment differ from active investment?‍

Passive investment and active investment strategies differ based on their level of involvement by the investor in the daily operations of the property. 

Passive investing is a more hands-off approach where investors put their money into real estate investment trusts (REITs) or other funds managed by professionals who decide which assets to buy and how to manage them. This strategy offers lower risk to investors as they don't have to worry about managing properties themselves or keeping up with market fluctuations. 

On the other hand, active investment involves purchasing properties directly and directly controlling renovation, lease negotiation, and property management decisions. However, it requires more knowledge, time commitment, evaluation skills, and experience than passive investing.

What are some examples of passive investments?‍

Some common examples include real estate investment trusts (REITs), which allow investors to purchase shares of portfolios of managed commercial real estate properties such as shopping centers and office buildings. 

Another popular passive investment strategy is through crowdfunding platforms, which connects individual investors with a pool of funds to invest in a specific property or development project. 

Additionally, investing in rental properties through turnkey companies can provide passive income streams for the investor with minimal effort required on their part as the company handles property management and maintenance.

What are the advantages of passive investing?‍

Passive investing has become increasingly well-known as an alternative to traditional active investing. The chief advantage of passive investing is that it provides a low-risk, long-term approach to wealth generation through real estate ownership without requiring constant attention and management. It also offers diversified portfolio growth by providing exposure to multiple properties and markets.

Passive investors benefit from more predictable returns and greater stability without the hassle of managing tenants, contractors, or property managers. Furthermore, passive investments typically come with lower fees and expenses than active participation in real estate ventures, making them accessible to a wider range of investors.

Are there any disadvantages to passive investing?‍

While passive investing in real estate can allow investors to diversify their portfolios, generate income, and achieve long-term growth, there are some disadvantages. One potential issue is the need for more control with passive investing. 

Unlike active real estate investing, where an individual has complete control over the property, passive investors typically have limited influence over decision-making processes like property management and tenant selection.

In addition, passive investing often comes with higher fees and lower returns than active investing opportunities because the former relies on third-party management companies or syndicators. Finally, passive investments in real estate may be subject to market fluctuations and cyclical downturns, which could result in a lower return on investment.

Conclusion‍

Passive investment in real estate provides an excellent opportunity for investors to generate steady returns with low involvement in property management. It offers low entry barriers, various properties, geographical areas, passive income, and liquidity. Researching the different investment options and assessing their investment goals and risk tolerance before investing is essential.