Real Estate Speculation

Definition of "Real estate speculation"

Lewis Temple real estate agent

Written by

Lewis Templeelite badge icon

Donna Kerr Group

What is real estate speculation?

The term real estate speculation may have a difficult definition, but explaining it may be easier. Think of the stock market, buying stocks when they are cheap and selling when the prices skyrocket. Real estate speculation is basically the meaning of applying stock market knowledge to real estate.

Real estate speculators make a calculated assumption in the market by buying when the prices are low and, when the market prices rise due to the development of the area, sell at a higher price. It is not an infallible system and there is no safety net. One who dives into real estate speculation must understand the real estate market and be fully aware of the opportunity to gain and also the possibility of losses.

The simplest definition of real estate speculation would be that it’s about buying a house when something in the market makes the prices drop, such as a recession in real estate and selling it when the price is higher. The tricky part is understanding and, maybe, influencing the factors that can impact the price in such a way that it ensures a profit. Renovating a property, or buying a house before a big development that would increase its attraction is finalized are some ways to go about it. 

The meaning of real estate speculation can be confused with real estate investor, but there is one big difference. The definition of speculation involves transactions that come with a considerable risk and it’s based on predictions. Investing means taking into account a general trend that would increase the value of a property.

image of a real estate dictionary page

Have a question or comment?

We're here to help.

*** Your email address will remain confidential.
 

 

Popular Real Estate Terms

A liability that does not go beyond the owner's investment in a real estate business. A corporation and limited partners have this benefit. The stockholders of a corporation usually have ...

Mortgagor's signed statement that the stated remaining balance of a mortgage is correct and it is a property lien. This prevents a mortgagor from later stating the facts were ...

A notice, usually in writing, in which notice of termination is given by one individual or business to another. It is pursuant to a cancellation provision in a contract to forestall ...

North-south lines that encircle the earth and used as references in mapping land. ...

The endorser stipulates something such as that the transferee cannot use the funds for six months. ...

Correcting depreciation by making improvements at less cost than the value added. For example, the management of an aging strip shopping center makes a decision to refurbish the windows and ...

The definition of the Environmental Protection Agency can be explained by what the agency does. This independent executive agency works for the United States federal government and is ...

Construction materials from stone, brick, and concrete block. Masonry materials play an important role in providing structural support as well as being used as decorative finish surfaces. ...

Legal right or privilege, such as that arising from a contract, to use land owned by another person or business for a specific purpose. The use should be reasonable for the circumstances. ...

Popular Real Estate Questions