Yeah, same experience here. When we bought our wooded lot a couple years back, I was bracing for a hefty premium too, but it ended up being pretty rea...

Totally agree with your approach—sometimes waiting too long for the "perfect" moment just ends up costing you more in the long run. I've seen plenty o...

REITs are definitely a solid alternative if you prefer a more hands-off approach. But honestly, mortgages and rentals can still make sense depending o...