Graphic: Americans rank real estate the best investment for seven years running, beside a model house and coin stacks.

Americans Rank Real Estate Best Investment for 7 Years Running

Brent Wells July 10, 2020

Infographic comparing real estate, stocks, savings accounts, and gold as Americans’ best investment, with rankings from 2011 to 2020.

Some Highlights

  • Real estate has outranked stocks, savings accounts, and gold as the best long-term investment among Americans for the past 7 years.
  • The belief in the stability of housing as a long-term investment remains strong, despite the many challenges our economy faces today.
  • Of the four listed, real estate is also the only investment you can also live in. That’s a big win!
  • Additional Resource: The Ultimate Guide to Investing in Real Estate

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