Just as the real estate limited partnerships proliferated in the 1980s and 90s, non-traded real estate investment trusts (REITs) were the real estate investment du jour of the past decade. In many cases handled by The Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A., the sales solicitations were gross misrepresentations about the sponsors track record, market valuations, rates of return, liquidity, risks and fees. Unfortunately, Attorney Pearce says investors are now realizing they have been duped by the promoters of many non-traded REITs such as the Apple REITs, Cornerstone REITs and others.
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How to Evaluate and Compare REIT Investments Before You Buy
At the Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A., we see that knowing how to evaluate a REIT equals smarter investment decisions because of clearer insights into liquidity, risk, and returns. A publicly traded REIT is a company whose shares trade on major exchanges and offers higher liquidity equals easier buying and selling without large price impact. In contrast, a non-traded REIT often involves limited liquidity equals higher risk and difficult valuation.
You should compare dividend yield, asset composition, and management quality across REIT offerings to assess suitability for your goals. Understanding these factors helps clarify why some REITs fit income-seeking investors whereas others may be better for long-term growth.
Before investing, perform basic due diligence such as reviewing financial statements and examining whether the REIT is registered and publicly reported. This practical approach helps protect investors from unsuitable or fraudulent REIT promotions.
Investing in non-traded REITs is not for everyone. Investors must understand that these are complex and risky investments. First, REIT distributions are never guaranteed. The REIT Board of Directors decides when and the amount of any distribution. The lack of a publicly traded market creates illiquidity and valuation issues. Early redemption is usually limited and may be costly. Non-traded REITs can be expensive due to front-end fees and “issuer costs” that may be hidden from investors. Most non-traded REITs start out as blind pools, which have not yet specified the properties to be purchased. The diversification of properties within REITs is not always present which increases the risk of these investments.
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The Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A. understands what is at stake in securities, commodities and REIT investment law matters and constantly strives to secure the most favorable possible result. Attorney Pearce provides a complete review of your case and fully explains your legal options. The firm works to ensure that you have all of the information necessary to make a sound decision before any action is taken in your case.
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