Selling during an economic downturn effective “locks in” loses, which is why typically try to use a more holistic, forward thinking approach to investment. Instead of dumping our assets, the goal would be to continue to pay the preferred return and hold on until the market returns to a healthier state. Although there are no guarantees, value-added assets are better positioned to withstand down markets—housing is a basic necessity and, even during economic low points, demand for housing will continue to persist.