Equity Reit

/ˈekwɪti ˌriːˈaɪˌtiː/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A real estate investment trust (REIT) primarily investing in equity ownership of real estate properties, deriving income mainly from rents rather than mortgage interest.
    The company formed an equity REIT to acquire and manage a portfolio of retail shopping centers.

Forms

  • equity reit
  • equity reits

Commentary

Equity REITs focus on ownership and operation of income-producing properties, contrasting with mortgage REITs that invest in real estate debt instruments.

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