We look at pros and cons of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITS), if they belong in your asset allocation, and which REIT index funds are best.

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00:00 Intro
In this video, I will share an overview of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), discuss pros and cons to including in your asset allocation, and then look at the best REIT index funds.

00:49 REIT Overview
We take a look at what a REIT is, some of their legal structure, tax implications, and different types of REITs.

02:55 REITs and Asset Allocation
Now that we know what REITs are, should they be a distinct part of your asset allocation? Many people believe REITs can increase your returns while lowering risk, but some academic research suggests this is not true. We dig into some of the details to consider when deciding if you should add a REIT index to your portfolio.

08:15 Best REIT Index Funds
We briefly look at ETFs VNQ and REET, which I believe are the best REIT index funds.

09:09 My Thoughts & Alternatives
I share why I do not include a REIT index fund in my portfolio.

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