It's hardly a secret that the stock market is down right now. And while that's not a great thing for individual investors, it can spell opportunity.

When stock values fall, it's possible to buy up shares of quality companies at a discount. And that's a strategy I'm eager to employ.

Meanwhile, when I seek out investments for my portfolio, I tend to focus on growth opportunities -- meaning, companies whose share price is likely to grow over time. But these days, I'm also inclined to load up on income-producing investments that are a fairly safe bet during periods of economic decline. And residential REITs fit the bill in both regards.

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