Timing Isn’t Everything — But It Changes Everything.
- Cassandra Hendriks
- Apr 18
- 2 min read
Updated: Apr 22
I often hear people on investor calls ask the same questions:
"Where do I start?""What should I study?""Who should I talk to?"
The truth is — there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer.
How you start depends on a few important factors:
→ How much time do you have each day?→ What life stage are you in — your 20s, 30s-40s, 50s, 60s, or beyond?→ What does your network look like — not only who you know, but who knows you?→ What resources are you starting with — trade skills, industry discounts, materials access, or starting capital?→ How long do you want the process to take?→ What kind of return are you looking for?→ And what are you willing to risk?
If you have time but not necessarily the capital to invest in coaching or courses, it would be wise to seek out free events, trainings, and educational materials — and take full advantage of them.
If you have the funds but no time — and you’re looking to capitalize on today’s commercial market — you may benefit from investing in a coach or joining investor clubs where you gain proximity to serious players in the space.
If you have the time to dedicate daily to learning the necessary skills to become a formidable partner, real estate courses can equip you with the language and calculations needed to walk into clubs, rooms, and opportunities with confidence and capability.
These are simply my thoughts based on experience — not financial advice.
But in my opinion, it is unwise to jump in and let trial and error be your guide — because real estate has no floor… and no ceiling… when it comes to both losses and returns.
It’s also, in my opinion, irresponsible to risk a partner’s capital without building the necessary foundation first.
Real estate is risky — but you can reduce your risk by becoming educated, making informed decisions, and fostering relationships that you may leverage in the future.
This doesn’t happen overnight.
People do business with those they know, like, and trust.
Leverage is a huge name in this game — and real estate, at its core, is a people business.
It also takes courage — real courage — to risk money you’ve worked hard for.
Whether that capital came through years of labor, a settlement, an inheritance, or otherwise — that money carries a story. It carries weight.
And it would serve you greatly to know why you want to invest and what the desired outcome truly is.
Because if you think education or coaching is expensive — try adding up the cost of regret.
Regret has interest.Regret compounds over time.Regret robs us of peace.
If this was helpful or if you know someone who is just getting started in real estate — I’d love for you to connect, like, or share this post with them.
We rise together when we help each other start well.
Disclaimer:
This is not financial advice — simply my personal perspective and suggestions based on experience.
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