Question

    What does REIT stand for?

    A Real Estate Income Trust Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Real Estate Investment Trust Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Real Estate Incentive Trust Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Real Estate Innovation Trust Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Real Estate Insurance Trust Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    REIT stands for Real Estate Investment Trust. A REIT is a company that owns and operates income-producing real estate properties or mortgages. By law, REITs must distribute at least 90% of their taxable income to shareholders in the form of dividends.

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