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title: "Forbes: Real Estate Lending. An Alternative to Stock Market Volatility"
description: Setting aside an allocation in short-term real estate loans may make a lot of sense as an alternative to stock market volatility.
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# [Forbes: Real Estate Lending. An Alternative to Stock Market Volatility](https://learn.upright.us/real-estate-investing-blog/real-estate-lending-an-alternative-to-stock-market-volatility)

 Written by [Matt Rodak, CEO and Founder](https://learn.upright.us/real-estate-investing-blog/author/matt-rodak) | Feb 14, 2019 2:44:50 PM

After nine years of a rising stock market, this year starts with what may be a very volatile time for equity markets. Investing in private real estate loans, particularly in the short-term debt space, may offer a unique opportunity in these turbulent times and those ahead.

We break down the benefits of investing in residential real estate, as well as considerations around risk and a possible downturn in the housing market, in our latest article in Forbes. Check it out!

You can get started with as little as $5,000 so you can diversify into multiple projects in various geographies, creating a portfolio effect. Learn more:

 

 

 

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