I’d be interested to know if QE in Europe will have a similar effect on share values in Europe. It looks likely that QE will happen and shares are apparently cheap(er). It also looks very likely the USD will continue to gain strength. €1 = $1.21 at the moment so back to it’s all time average. Apart from that I only hold out hope that one day an passive index fund might look like good value. Finding a 5% net return on RE is a challenge even in sober states, where prices haven’t shot through the roof so much as inventory has all but dried up due to investor activity. RE still holds appeal for me but it takes a lot time to find anything. I put all excess money for household items, replacements, etc into collectables, antiques, and art. Anything from Christmas cards, cutlery, step ladders, tools, furniture, you name it. I figure these will all hold their value better than cash and may even appreciate. You just need a good eye and patience. The other investment is in continually updating my knowledge with courses and reading to gain a better understanding of these uncertain times.
