Real estate has been a tough sector to navigate since the onset of the pandemic, which caused both consumers and workers to change their habits. But it could also represent an opportunity.

One company to consider now is Realty Income (NYSE: O). Formed more than half a century ago, this real estate investment trust (REIT) is required to pay 90% of its annual taxable income as dividends. It owns various properties with an emphasis on retail -- which might give some investors pause. But it's important to understand the properties it owns to see how dividends are likely to fare.

So how does Realty Income stack up? Let's take a deeper dive to see if you should buy, hold, or sell the shares.

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