In the world of real estate investing, one must understand the differences between direct real estate and REITs. Both can be powerful tools when it comes to investing. There are specific pros, cons, and alternatives with both. We will explore exactly how they both work: What are the advantages of direct real estate? Direct real estate requires the… Read more →
A REIT is a company that owns and operates real estate. This type of investment can be attractive to investors for many reasons, not the least of which is the tax benefits. The IRS offers favorable treatment for investments in REITs by offering a special lower rate on capital gains and dividends received from these types of investments. In this… Read more →
