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As investors age, there should be more financial assets than physical assets in order to meet liquidity and income needs for non-earning periods such as after retirement.
Many investors buy property as a status symbol to compete socially rather than as an investment vehicle. For many, investing in real estate is more tangible than financial assets.
Important to remember that investing in huge real estate tickets can leave a liquidity crunch.
While evaluating property investment, also consider heirs. If children are abroad, how will the property be consolidated or value be realized? Owning some real estate is good but having a basket isn't necessarily so.
We face this a lot. Thanks for the insights, really helpful.