Forbes – How To Invest In Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)
There are several reasons one would consider investing in property. First, there’s the chance of benefiting from capital growth in the shape of rising property prices.
Landlords also have the opportunity to secure a reliable income stream in the form of rental payments.
But investing in property also has its downsides. As with any form of investment, property comes with no guarantees. The market ebbs and flows, often according to economic conditions, and investors cannot expect the value of a particular building to rise inexorably.
In addition, not everyone can afford to buy a property for investment purposes. Even if they can, property tends to be an ‘illiquid’ asset, meaning it can be difficult to sell a building quickly at a fair price.
If property investing appeals, but the idea of becoming a landlord sounds like too much of a hassle, or
drumming up a deposit and the necessary mortgage repayments are beyond your means, another option is
to consider property funds including real estate investment trusts – REITS.
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