Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) Flashcards
1
Q
REITs pay out how much percentage?
A
90% of their income to shareholders to qualify for tax exemption at the trust level.
2
Q
REITs must have at least how much of its assets in real estate?
A
75%
3
Q
REITs must be registered with
A
The SEC
4
Q
REITs invest in real estate such as
A
apartment, office buildings, nursing homes, and shopping centers
5
Q
Types of REITs
A
Equity Reits
mortgage REITs
Hybrid Reits
6
Q
Minimum for REITs
A
no minimum investment required
