Why Going Solo in Real Estate Could Be Your Biggest Mistake

Jumping into real estate investing without a coach can be overwhelming. The right coach helps align the best strategy to your goals for success.

Debbie Balfour & WBN News Langley

Apr 22, 2025 - 1 min read

By Debbie Balfour | WBN News | April 22, 2025

Thinking of diving into real estate investing on your own? Think again.

The real estate world is flooded with strategies—wholesaling, flipping, buy-and-hold, BRRRR, subject-to, short-term rentals. Each promises financial freedom, but which one is right for you? That question overwhelms most new investors and leaves many paralyzed or worse, bleeding money.

That’s where the power of coaching comes in. A good coach doesn’t just teach—they help tailor a strategy that fits your unique situation, timeline, and risk tolerance. While YouTube videos and social media might hype every method as “the one,” there’s no one-size-fits-all strategy in this game.

Coaches help you cut through the noise. They understand how to sequence your growth, avoid the classic mistakes, and build a sustainable plan. It’s not just about information, it’s about implementation.

Without a coach, many investors try to mix too many strategies at once, end up overwhelmed, and never actually take the leap. With a coach, you don’t just get clarity—you get momentum.

In real estate, success doesn’t come from trying everything. It comes from doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time. A coach makes sure of that.

Debbie Balfour |Real Estate Investing Success Coach + Podcast Host Website: www.DebbieBalfour.com Email address: Debbie@DebbieBalfour.com Follow me on LinkedIn: Debbie Balfour YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DebbieBalfour

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