Insight
Expectations around cash flow need to be adjusted due to high interest rates. Today, annual revenue for a good deal may be closer to 15-20% of the purchase price, whereas it may have been around 30% in the past.
This article, from the BiggerPockets blog, discusses the challenges and opportunities of real estate investing in 2026, especially regarding cash flow. It emphasizes the importance of market research, strategy, and understanding tax benefits to succeed despite high interest rates. It also explores job options to gain investing experience.
Expectations around cash flow need to be adjusted due to high interest rates. Today, annual revenue for a good deal may be closer to 15-20% of the purchase price, whereas it may have been around 30% in the past.