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What is a Reit and how is it different from other trusts?

A beginner's guide to the world of real estate investment trusts
September 6, 2022
  • Reits introduced in 2007
  • Structure has many benefits and drawbacks

Real estate investment trusts (Reits) are the backbone of the listed property sector. Almost every listed commercial property company has chosen to become one since the product was introduced, but the housebuilders have not. Understanding why this is and what the appeal of the product is requires a little bit of unpicking.

What is a Reit?

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