06/08/2026
The third wealth-building engine in real estate is debt paydown, where your tenant helps pay off the mortgage. For example, a $200,000 loan at 6.5% reduces principal by about $2,200 in the first year. Over time, this leads to a completely paid-off property without using your own income.
The fourth advantage is the U.S. tax code, which offers significant benefits to property investors through operational deductions and depreciation. You can deduct expenses like mortgage interest and repairs, plus a depreciation deduction of over $7,000 annually for a $200,000 property, shielding your rental income from taxes while the property appreciates.
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