Wealthy Way

The REAL Reason Everyone is Quitting Real Estate (And Why You Shouldn’t)

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Jan 10, 2026
Discover the surprising reasons behind the mass exodus from real estate, including government regulations and the collapse of wholesaling. Explore the challenges posed by low transaction volumes and whether crypto can outshine traditional investments. Delve into the future of housing with tech innovations like 3D printing and discuss the viability of renting versus buying in a changing market. Learn how fewer competitors might be reining in profits for flippers, and uncover essential strategies for beginners and seasoned operators to thrive in this evolving landscape.
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INSIGHT

Mass Exodus From Real Estate

  • Real estate participation plunged after the 2020–2022 boom, with wholesalers falling from ~80,000 to ~10,000.
  • Brian Davila and Ryan Pineda see this as part of a wider entrepreneurial contraction, not only real estate.
INSIGHT

Politics Turning Against Landlords

  • Political shifts portray landlords as villains and drive local rent freezes and stricter landlord rules.
  • Ryan warns this trend could spread and further squeeze real estate returns and investor sentiment.
ANECDOTE

Section 8 Wins—and Hidden Costs

  • Brian bought Kansas City houses and used Section 8 to get above-market rents, but compliance and repairs raised costs.
  • He notes Section 8 demands specific, often expensive fixes before approval.
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