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ed slowly; however, there is not huge upfront investment required. Multiple Avenues for Cash Flow There are multiple ways to gain cash flow from properties. If you own land you can rent the land or you can build multiple units or homes on the land. If you own property with an existing house, you can rent the entire property out or rent out rooms to maximize monthly income. You can remodel, or “flip” the property and sell for at a higher value than you purchased the home for and make a quick profit. Foreclosures In recent years, there has been an influx of foreclosures. This has creates an opportunity for affordable hous- es on the market. This also allows buyers to gain investment properties below their actual value. Passive Income A Great way to make money as a hobby - you can start investing as a business entity or individual with extra savings. Appreciation Values Yes, stocks and bonds do generate interest and gains, but, real estate is by far the most reliable and safest way to generate increases in assets. The appreciation value speaks for itself. According to the United States census, real estate appreciation values increased 80-300%—depending on location—from 1970 to 2000. This statistic alone is enough to motivate you to learn more on how you can increase your net worth through real estate. Now is the time to jump into investing in real estate. Start preparing yourself to build your wealth by in- creasing your real estate portfolio now. Consult a real estate or money coach that can help you strategize to achieve you real estate and investment goals. I have been in the banking and financial industry for over 18 years. My experience has afforded me the opportunity to help clients make money, save money, and make wise investment decisions. I am a licensed mortgage loan officer and a certified life coach. I have successfully worked these principles myself. My $1000 investment into real estate helped me to generate over $1.4 million in assets. Shamonia “Coach Mona” Wimberly The Success Strategist www.facebook.com/successcoachmona 954-599-7316 cell Building Concrete Assets on a Solid Foundation Page: - 37 - The Beyond Woman Magazine