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Real Estate

What are REITs?

Quick Answer

A REIT is a company that owns and operates income-producing real estate — apartments, malls, warehouses, cell towers. By law, REITs distribute at least 90% of their taxable income as dividends.

REIT subsectors and example tickers.
Warren Team
Updated April 26, 2026
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