{"product_id":"investing-in-reits-real-estate-investment-trusts-9781118004456","title":"Investing in REITs: Real Estate Investment Trusts","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe new \u003ci\u003eFourth Edition\u003c\/i\u003e of the definitive handbook on investing in Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003eReal Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), which provide some of the best total returns in the investment world, along with above-average dividend yields and stable earnings, have become increasingly popular with both individual and institutional investors. \u003ci\u003eInvesting in REITs, Fourth Edition\u003c\/i\u003e has established itself as the definitive guide to understanding this attractive asset class. The book is invaluable for investors, financial planners, and investment advisers interested in understanding REITs and REIT investment opportunities.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAs their earnings and dividends are beginning to grow again after the Great Recession--and as they are in a unique position to take advantage of distressed sale opportunities--now is an excellent time for investors to consider REITs for both diversification and strong total returns. The new edition covers: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA comprehensive history of the REIT industry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow REITs compare with other competitive investments\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to spot blue-chip REITs and control investment risk\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to value individual REIT stocks, and REIT shares generally\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to build a diversified REIT portfolio, directly or with REIT mutual funds\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstanding the risk-and-reward dynamics of commercial real estate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssessing non-US REITs and how to invest in them\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImportant new developments and strategies in the REIT industry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAuthor Ralph L. Block, who has been investing in REIT stocks for 40 years and is widely considered a leading authority on REITs, brings the historical success of \u003ci\u003eInvesting in REITs\u003c\/i\u003e right up to date. This book is an essential read for both individuals and institutions who desire to invest in commercial real estate through REIT stocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Bloomberg Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/11\/2011\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781118004456\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 432\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.61lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.20h x 6.40w x 1.54d","brand":"Ralph L. Block","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36648172847260,"sku":"9781118004456","price":40.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/products\/img_b69e50f0-bae3-42dd-bad2-10740b470531.jpg?v=1603869321","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/investing-in-reits-real-estate-investment-trusts-9781118004456","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}