$1K in Bitcoin vs Real Estate over 20 years
Bitcoin (PL)
$146K
Power Law
Real Estate
$5K
8% avg return
Difference
$142K
Bitcoin wins
50/50 Split
$76K
half in each
Portfolio Comparison
Year-by-Year Comparison
| Year | Bitcoin (PL) | Real Estate | BTC Infl-Adj | Real Estate Infl-Adj |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2K | $1K | $2K | $1K |
| 2028 | $4K | $1K | $4K | $1K |
| 2030 | $6K | $1K | $6K | $1K |
| 2032 | $11K | $2K | $9K | $1K |
| 2034 | $17K | $2K | $13K | $1K |
| 2036 | $26K | $2K | $19K | $2K |
| 2038 | $38K | $3K | $27K | $2K |
| 2040 | $55K | $3K | $36K | $2K |
| 2042 | $78K | $3K | $48K | $2K |
| 2044 | $108K | $4K | $63K | $2K |
| 2046 | $146K | $5K | $81K | $3K |
Verdict
Power Law: Bitcoin wins — $142K more.
CAGR 20%: Bitcoin wins — $34K more.
Break-even: Bitcoin only needs 8.0% annual growth to match Real Estate.
$1K Bitcoin vs Real Estate
This comparison puts $1K into Bitcoin versus Real Estate at a 8% average annual return over 20 years. Bitcoin projections use the Power Law model.
Not financial advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
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