Get the 411 on real estate investment trusts (REITs) and how they might fit into your portfolio
Are you looking for exciting-but responsible-new investment opportunities that go beyond simple stocks and bonds?
In REITs For Dummies, celebrated investing lecturer and author Brad Thomas delivers an easy-to-understand guide to getting started with real estate investment trusts-also known as "REITs." These flexible and lucrative investment tools package together individual properties so you can invest in land and buildings without the hassle of being a landlord.
In the book, you'll get a straightforward tour of REIT property sectors and the different ways you can invest in REITs. You'll also find:
- Strategies for selecting the best REITs for you and your family
- Ways to navigate the sector and generate durable income that helps you sleep well at night
- Options for those who want to go beyond the United States and investigate international REIT products.
You already know about the basics of stock and bond investing. Now it's time to learn about some of the other interesting financial products available to the responsible investor. In REITs For Dummies, you'll get the jargon-free and easy-to-follow guidance you need to wrap your head around this exciting opportunity.
Find out if REIT investing is a fit for you
It's always a good time to invest in real estate investment trusts (REITs) thanks to the high-yield dividends they're known to pay out no matter the economic conditions. REITs For Dummies gives you the 411 on this asset class so that you have the background knowledge you need to work REITs into your portfolio. Take a tour of REIT property sectors, including residential, data centers, retail, and self-storage. Learn how to analyze REIT performance, choose the right mix for your investment goals, and branch out to global REITs, ETFs, and beyond. With this jargon-free Dummies guide, anyone can get started investing in REITs.
Inside? - Understanding how REITs work
- Following real estate trends
- Considering REIT types
- Building a REIT portfolio
- Comparing REITs to stocks and alternative investment vehicles
- Using REITs in retirement accounts
- Avoiding common mistakes
