You Can’t Force a Wave
Mark Anderson on what surfing Perth's waves has taught him about reading the market and riding out the wipeouts.
One of the greatest joys in my daily life is finding opportunities to ride Perth’s waves. While navigating the complexities of the market and forces of nature, I’ve realised surfing, real estate, and life all follow the same rhythm.
You can’t force a wave. You can’t force the market. But you can learn to read the conditions, stay present, and move with purpose.
In real estate, like surfing, you’ve got to study the tide – interest rates, buyer sentiment, stock levels. Paddling out into the unknown should never be done quickly or based on guesswork.
Also, wipeouts are part of the ride since deals fall through, offers get rejected, and waves inevitably dump you. What’s important is not taking it personally but showing up again and again with humility and resilience.
