What Qualifies as a REIT? Most REITs have a straightforward business model: The REIT leases space and collects rents on the properties, then distributes that income as dividends to shareholders. Mortgage REITs don’t own real estate, but finance real estate, instead. These REITs earn income from the interest on their investments.
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Source: Investopia https://www.investopedia.com/terms/r/reit.asp
