REITs in the Community: Rep. Neal visits American Tower

11/07/2019 | by

Nov. 7, 2019 - Rep. Richard Neal (D-MA) spoke to a group of executives at a New England Council event in Boston that was sponsored by American Tower (NYSE: AMT). Rep. Neal, the Chairman of the House Ways & Means Committee, offered his views on the legislative priorities of the 116th Congress.

In 2018, Nareit worked with American Tower and other REITs active in the region to produce The Economic Impact of REITs in New England, a 28-page informational piece. The booklet was distributed to all event participants to help tell the economic story of REITs on a regional basis.

(Contact: John Jones at jjones@nareit.com)

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What's a REIT?

REITs, or real estate investment trusts, are companies that own or finance income-producing real estate across a range of property sectors. These real estate companies have to meet a number of requirements to qualify as REITs. Most REITs trade on major stock exchanges, and they offer a number of benefits to investors.

Why Invest in REITs

REITs historically have delivered competitive total returns, based on high, steady dividend income and long-term capital appreciation. Their comparatively low correlation with other assets also makes them an excellent portfolio diversifier that can help reduce overall portfolio risk and increase returns. These are the characteristics of real estate investment.

About Nareit

Nareit serves as the worldwide representative voice for REITs and real estate companies with an interest in U.S. real estate. Nareit’s members are REITs and other real estate companies throughout the world that own, operate, and finance income-producing real estate, as well as those firms and individuals who advise, study, and service those businesses.