REITs versus buying a flat: how investors compare them
Liquidity, ticket size, income and effort differ. A side-by-side view.
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A REIT lets you own a slice of income-generating commercial property through the stock exchange, with small ticket sizes and high liquidity. A flat gives direct ownership, leverage and the option to live in it, but needs more capital and effort.
REITs distribute most of their income as regular payouts. A rented flat yields rent less costs, and returns rely heavily on price appreciation.
Diversification is easier with REITs; control is easier with a flat.
What this means for you
Match the choice to your goals: steady income and liquidity points to REITs, while living in the asset or using leverage points to buying. This is information, not advice.
Sources
- SEBI REIT frameworkprimary
- BSE REIT listingsother