Although the stock market had an excellent year in 2017, the real estate sector did not. Thanks to a combination of rising interest rates and headwinds that affected a broad range of equity REITs, real estate gained 6%, less than one-third of the rise in the S&P 500.
Despite the so-so performance in 2017, many REITs are compelling long-term investments, with market-beating return potential. And with the sector lagging the market recently, now could be a great time to add them to your portfolio.
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