Exiting a real estate investment typically means selling the property outright, though some investors also consider renting it out as an alternative form of realising value without a full sale.

Liquidity — how quickly a property can realistically be sold at a fair price — varies by location, property type and prevailing market conditions, and is generally lower than more liquid financial assets.

Considering your likely exit path before investing, rather than only at the point of needing to sell, leads to more informed decisions about which property and location to choose.