The only reason real estate works as an investment vehicle for people is because it's a slow market. Don't forget the tax incentives (at least from a US centri

The only reason real estate works as an investment vehicle for people is because it's a slow market. Don't forget the tax incentives (at least from a US centric view). There aren't many investments where you can depreciate the basis for tax write-off, while also realizing gains in tangible value.