The growth of REITs as an asset class has created an excellent opportunity for small investors to participate in the ownership of institutional-quality real estate. Getting Started in Real Estate Investment Trusts examines the benefits and performance characteristics of REITs in easy-to-understand terms. This user-friendly resource is filled with practical guidance and vital information that will help readers get up and running in the REIT market–from picking the right REIT to understanding how to purchase and monitor them. Getting Started in Real Estate Investment Trusts is a valuable road map to an investment vehicle that can help investors stabilize and grow their portfolios for years to come.