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REITs: real estate investing without buying property

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What a REIT is, how it works in India, and why it gives property exposure with far more liquidity than a flat.

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It answers 5 questions

  1. Is there a way to invest in real estate without buying property?
  2. What exactly is a REIT and how do I buy one in India?
  3. How are REITs taxed in India?
  4. Are REITs a safer way to get property exposure than buying a flat?
  5. How much of my portfolio should be in real estate if I already own my home?

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