4 Reasons REITs Could Withstand Recession
Investors seeking shelter from the growing inflationary storm might well consider including commercial real estate (CRE) in their asset allocation. This huge chunk of the economy -- which includes everything from warehouses to cell towers to retail property -- has a history of holding up well when prices are on the rise.
Real estate investment trusts (REITs) provide easy entry into CRE investing. For the price of a single share, you can enjoy the dividend payouts that by law must equal or exceed 90% of the REIT's taxable income. These dividends can often more than make up for any pressure on REIT stock prices, producing market-beating returns. Here's a quick look at four reasons why.
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