Here are five of the most common blunders to avoid:-

1. TAKE DECISION BY HEART:-
Emotion has no role in your investment property plan, as we’ve previously said. Despite this, we still see people purchasing property close to home so they can drive by it every day, or buying a property because it looks or feels good to them.
People who become emotionally invested in potential properties are more likely to make poor decisions, opting for properties that would not have adequate rental yields or tax benefits as compared to other options. Every investment decision you make should be focused on your wealth-building strategy.
2. PURCHASE OLD PROPERTY:-
Buying an older property may seem appealing, but keep in mind that depreciation tax deductions are only available for properties that are less than 40 years old. If you buy an older home, you will not be able to take advantage of depreciation benefits. A brand-new home, on the other hand, is eligible for complete depreciation.
Not only do newer properties usually have lower vacancy rates and maintenance costs, but they often typically resell for a higher profit.
3. ADVICE FROM THE AGENT:-
Even though it seems to be a no-brainer, people still put their faith in their real estate agent’s advice. The agent’s ultimate aim, however, is to sell specific assets. They use specific tactics to accomplish this, such as showing you only three properties, one of which is overpriced, one of which does not fulfill your needs, and a third which they wish to sell to you. And they almost always try to sell you a property that is nearing the end of its listing period.
4. UNABLE TO MAKE A GOOD PLAN:-
The last thing you want to do is purchase a home and then decide what to do about it later. When the market is hot, it’s difficult to resist the urge to buy. However, you must do so. You must settle on an investment plan before taking out a loan or putting money down.
For example, are you looking for a single-family home or a multi-family home, a holiday destination or, not? Make a buying strategy and then look for properties that suit that strategy.
5. FAILING TO RESEARCH THE AREA:-
When it comes to investing in real estate, doing your homework is crucial.
Talk to locals and realtors to gain a better understanding of the region.
This will assist you in determining the areas of the city people choose to live in, allowing you to purchase properties in those areas. To begin with, the majority of people choose to live in areas that include:-

• Schools
• Park
• Accessible modes of transportation
• Commercial centers

=> The truth is that if real estate investment were easy, everybody would do it. Fortunately, many of the difficulties that investors face can be avoided by doing thorough research and preparation before signing a contract.