Mortgage Reit
/ˈmɔːrɡɪdʒ riːt/
Definitions
- (n.) A real estate investment trust (REIT) that invests primarily in mortgage loans and mortgage-backed securities rather than owning physical real estate.
The mortgage REIT portfolio includes a variety of residential and commercial mortgage-backed securities.
Forms
- mortgage reit
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Commentary
Mortgage REITs differ from equity REITs by focusing on mortgage assets rather than owning property, with distinct regulatory and tax considerations.
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