Current Market Conditions
Depending on current conditions, while a home may have a high degree of value in its area, the market may not be conducive towards maximizing that value in a sale.
In those scenarios where the market’s ability to meet the value of a property is lagging, holding on to a property makes sense, particularly since the value of the property will likely continue to increase.
Long-Term Strategies
Another useful way to apply to buy and hold loans is through the purchase of properties with an eye towards rental use. With a tenant in place, the property will continue to appreciate in value (far more so than simply sitting empty) as well as providing a revenue stream to pay down the interest.
Assuming the property appreciates sufficiently in value, the long-term potential for this scenario offers a reliable and steady stream of income as well as the potential to set up a collection of properties for a future property management company.