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What tax forms should REIT owners expect to receive?
In the United States, an MLP generates a yearly K-1 form. Do REITs generate any special year end tax form?
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Investing in REITs - VGSIX vs VNQ
I recently began investing and planning for retirement. I opened up a Roth IRA through Vanguard and bought about $2,000 of Vanguard Target Retirement 2045 Fund (VTIVX). I'd like to invest in real ...
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Owning REIT vs owning real estate - which has a better hypothetical ROI?
Let's say I want to invest in the real estate market because I am bullish on it. Consider two options: invest in REITs or actually purchase real estate.
My question is which option has a better ...
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Are dividends paid by REIT ETFs considered “qualified” dividends?
Are dividends paid by an ETF that invests in REITs taxed at the "qualified" dividend rate (typically, 15% vs. the ordinary income tax rate)?
(If I recall correctly, REITs are not subject to double ...
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Can buying REIT's be compared to investing in Real Estate?
I am currently renting an apartment, and investing a portion of my income in stocks and bonds (90/10). Part of my stock allocation contains REIT's.
I have been saving to purchase a home (I have ...
