The Ultimate Guide to REITs: Strategies to Buy, Hold, and Profit

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) can be terrific investment vehicles. These entities hold a portfolio of income-generating commercial real estate. They use that income to pay dividends and invest in additional income-producing properties. That combination of income and growth has enabled REITs to produce robust returns. REITs have outperformed stocks over the long term. Here are some strategies to help you make money investing in REITs. REITs are known for paying dividends. The IRS requires that REITs pay a minimum of 90% of their taxable income in dividends to maintain their tax advantages (REITs don't pay corporate income taxes). Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool