How to Invest in Real Estate on a Budget with These 4 Cheap Real Estate Investments

If you want to invest in real estate but don`t have a lot of expendable money, you`re not alone. Many new investors understand the benefits of owning real estate but don`t have tens of thousands of dollars in the bank to help them get started.

While having $20,000 or more will undoubtedly accelerate your real estate investing career, it`s not the only option. Several affordable investments allow people to invest in real estate, even on a tight budget. Let`s look at four cheap real estate investments so you can get off the sidelines and start investing.

1. Invest in a real estate investment trust (REIT)...

2. Invest in a REIT exchange-traded fund (ETF)...

3. Make your home your first investment...

4. Wholesale...

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RSK: Let`s see. #4 is highly unlikely, #3 is a "duh" and #2 most likely. Personally, I like real estate LLC`s with a group of trusted investors.