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Real estate

REITs and property exposure

Getting real estate into your portfolio without locking up cash or taking a loan.

Is there a way to invest in real estate without buying property? Yes. If you want property in your portfolio without a large down payment, a loan, or the illiquidity, listed REITs (real estate investment trusts) ... 4 resources → What exactly is a REIT and how do I buy one in India? A REIT, a Real Estate Investment Trust, is a company that owns income-producing property, mostly commercial buildings like offices and malls, and l... 4 resources → How are REITs taxed in India? REIT payouts and gains do not all get taxed the same way, which trips people up. A REIT's distribution can be a mix of interest, dividend, and retu... 4 resources → Are REITs a safer way to get property exposure than buying a flat? Safer is the wrong frame, they are different kinds of risk. A REIT is liquid: you can sell units in seconds, the entry sum is small, and you are sp... 4 resources → How much of my portfolio should be in real estate if I already own my home? Start by counting what you already have. If you own the home you live in, you already carry a large real estate position, often the single biggest ... 4 resources →
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