Investing in property is a journey that demands not only financial resources but also a profound commitment to personal growth and education. As I emphasised in Sort Your Property Out & Build your Future, the cornerstone of successful investing lies in cultivating the right mindset – a task that often proves challenging yet is undeniably essential.
Why Investing in Yourself Feels So Hard (And Why You Absolutely Should)
When it comes to investing in property, most people get stuck on the financial side – saving deposits, securing loans, finding the right deal. But what about investing in yourself? The truth is, your success in property (or anything in life) depends on how much you’re willing to back yourself with knowledge, skills, and mindset. And yet, so many people struggle to do it.
Why Do We Avoid Investing in Ourselves?
It’s funny, isn’t it? People will drop thousands on a property deal without blinking but hesitate to spend a fraction of that on a course, a coach, or a book that could stop them from making a costly mistake. Here’s why:
- It feels like an expense, not an investment. We’re wired to see tangible things – like property – as “real” investments. But knowledge? It’s harder to put a dollar figure on, so we dismiss it.
- We tell ourselves we don’t have time. Life’s busy. Work, family, social stuff – it’s easy to push learning aside and say, “I’ll get to it later.” But later often turns into never.
- We think we can figure it out on our own. There’s a lot of free info out there, but without guidance, it’s like trying to build a house without a blueprint. You might get somewhere, but it’ll take way longer and cost you more in mistakes.
Why Investing in Yourself Pays Off
Here’s the thing – every successful property investor I know has invested heavily in their own education. They don’t see learning as a cost. They see it as an accelerator. When you invest in yourself:
- You make better decisions. Knowing what to look for (and what to avoid) can save you thousands in costly mistakes.
- You grow your confidence. The more you know, the less you second-guess yourself. And confidence leads to action.
- You stay ahead of the game. The market’s always changing. If you’re not learning, you’re falling behind.
How to Get Started
- Change your mindset. Treat education as a non-negotiable part of your investing journey, just like saving for a deposit.
- Find the right people. Coaches, mentors, experienced investors – surround yourself with people who’ve been where you want to go.
- Take action. Read the book, do the course, join the community – whatever it takes to start moving forward.
At the end of the day, no one’s going to do it for you. You’ve got to back yourself. And trust me, when you do, you’ll look back and wonder why you ever hesitated in the first place.
Now, go sort your learning out and build your future!
You know what to do, but reach out if you have any questions – we’re here to help!