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    REITs invest in the majority of real estate property types, including offices, apartment buildings, warehouses, retail centers, medical facilities, data centers, cell towers and hotels. 

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    REITs Outperform Private Real Estate by More Than 2.0% in DB Plans

    CEM Benchmarking’s 2024 study also reveals allocations, returns, volatility, and risk-adjusted performance of 12 asset classes over 25-year period.

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Technology & Innovation

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Top-Level Domain Registry .reit Marks 10-Year Anniversary

There are 80 active .reit domains used by REITs all over the world today.

11/14/2025
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Webinar: REITs Are Still Early in AI Adoption, but Poised to Move Fast

RSM leaders briefed Nareit members on how AI is shifting from experimentation to enterprise strategy, emphasizing that REITs can gain an edge by aligning AI with tenant experience, investor reporting, data readiness, and responsible governance.

11/10/2025
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Deloitte’s Brian Ruben Says Tech Fluency Among Key Requirements for REIT Boards

Ruben also discussed the importance of continuous improvement in governance practices to adapt to changing risks and opportunities.

10/16/2025
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REITs and AI: How to Evaluate AI Pilots, Partnerships & Capabilities

Tech innovation expert Earnest Sweat looks at questions REIT leaders should ask before launching AI initiatives.

08/28/2025
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REITs and AI: How to Integrate AI into Existing Workflows

Tech innovation expert Earnest Sweat examines real world applications for AI and REITs.

08/07/2025
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REITs and AI: How to Harness AI to Ensure Longevity & Continued Sector Leadership

Earnest Sweat highlighted the need to bolster internal resilience with AI technology.

07/03/2025
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Vinson & Elkins Sees Opportunity in Data Centers and Private Capital as REIT Market Evolves

Partner Daniel LeBey emphasized the firm’s readiness to support clients amid high interest rates, private capital growth, and a surge in data center demand.

06/26/2025
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AI Industry’s Office Space Demands Creating Strong Tailwinds for REITs

Gains on the West Coast could spread to other tech-oriented markets over time, experts say.

06/17/2025
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Digital Realty General Counsel on AI’s Role as Business Enabler, Regulatory Challenge

Jeannie Lee also discusses factors supporting successful M&A transactions.

 

04/30/2025
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How Companies Can Survive a Cyber Attack: Practical Legal Advice

Greenberg Traurig Shareholder Kevin Scott says businesses should have a detailed incident response plan and understand their insurance coverage before a breach occurs.

04/16/2025
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Deloitte Strategist on AI’s Practical Implications for Real Estate

Jana Borer stresses the need for a “human in the loop” when utilizing AI.

04/16/2025
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Exercise Caution and Clarity Amid Shifting Sustainability, AI Landscapes

In a rapidly evolving regulatory environment, Stacey McEvoy of Hogan Lovells emphasizes board-level alignment, compliance reviews, and a healthy skepticism toward AI tools.

04/11/2025
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