Sophisticated investors have long had REITs as a portion of their real estate allocations. It’s not coincidence that as pension funds deepen their understanding of REITs, their allocations tend to increase. With the largest players in the market warming up to REITs as a stand-alone asset class, those that remain under-allocated will have to justify…
Author: The Serenity Blog Team
The Importance Of ESG In The REIT Industry
As ESG grows in importance, most REITs are ahead of the curve in adopting best practices. Whether it be energy-efficient buildings, diverse boards, or sustainably sourced power, the REIT industry has been a leader in the move toward more sustainable business practices. The broadening scope of ESG issues and the role that REITs play in…
Notable Landmarks That Are REIT-owned
For most investors, REITs represent the ONLY way to own pieces of iconic assets. These properties have irreplaceable locations and storied legacies, in stark contrast to the generic assets in outlying locations owned by most real estate funds. For access to real estate that will truly stand the test of time, publicly-traded REITs are investor's…
How REITs Can Provide Protection Against Inflation
As most investors know, inflation is the enemy of fixed income. When inflation accelerates, bond yields tend to rise, denting the value of fixed income holdings within a portfolio. But what if you could get fixed income like exposure, with protection against inflation and a growth component? The REIT market offers exposure to multiple types…