2. The Problem with Real Estate
The global property market exceeds $235 trillion (USD), with residential property accounting for 79% of its value.
Despite its immense worth, the real estate industry is marred by slow, paper-dependent processes, leading to significant delays in property ownership changes and rendering property a highly valuable yet illiquid asset.
3.1 Challenges Today in Real Estate
· Low Liquidity: Property transactions entail lengthy processes, resulting in illiquidity and tying up investments for extended periods.
· High Fees: Transaction costs ranging from 6-10% of the property value deter potential investors.
· Lack of Transparency: Limited access to clear and auditable records makes informed decision-making challenging.
· Hard to Diversify: Traditional property investment often involves tying up funds in a single asset, limiting diversification opportunities.
· High Entry Barriers: Cumbersome processes and high costs discourage new investors, contributing to limited accessibility to property ownership.
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