- Stocks are liquid. With real estate, your money could be tied up for many years until you decide to sell. In the stock market, however, you can buy and sell public company shares at a moment’s notice. - Proven track record of success. Despite the many stock market crashes, buying stocks, reinvesting the dividends and holding for long periods of time has proven to be the greatest wealth generator in history.
- An emotional rollercoaster. Investing in the stock market requires a cool head and discipline. - Short-term volatility. If you’re looking to make money fast, then stock price volatility could work for or against you. - Capital gains taxes. You may have to pay capital gains taxes after you sell your stocks, and your dividends could also be taxed.