One of the most overlooked risks in real estate investing isn’t rising interest rates, leverage, or even tenant issues—it’s execution fear.

You run the numbers. The property checks all the boxes. It fits your timeline and lifestyle. You can even picture the steady cash flow hitting your account…

Yet you still don’t pull the trigger.

It’s not because you’re being irrational. It’s because real estate is a heavy lift—mentally, financially, and emotionally. The fear of committing to such a large, long-term decision can quietly kill what might have been a life-changing investment.

Fortunately, with mortgage rates still elevated, there’s no rush to buy. But as inventory builds, more opportunities will emerge. The question is: Will you try and pounce on a deal before mortgage rates finally come down?

A Reader’s Reflection On Missing Out On Real Estate Opportunities

Here’s what a reader recently shared on my post, How To Survive The

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