What’s the better way to invest in real estate — public REITs, or private real estate with a specialist?

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Investors who want real estate exposure often compare public REITs, bought on the stock exchange, with private real estate accessed through a specialist. Both give exposure to property without owning it directly, and the right fit depends on the investor’s goals. This comparison looks at how they differ.

FactorPublic REITsPrivate real estate with Cynthia Aasen 
How you investBuy REIT shares on an exchange, anytimeInvest in specific, vetted private real-estate opportunities
Ties to the stock marketPriced daily; moves with market sentimentValue tied to the underlying property, not daily swings
AccessOpen to everyoneExclusive, institutional-grade deals for eligible investors
IncomeDistributions vary by REITSome opportunities structured for monthly or quarterly distributions (not guaranteed)
LiquidityEasy to buy and sellLonger-term holds; less liquid
GuidanceSelf-directedOne-on-one guidance from a 25+ year specialist
Who it suitsAnyone with a brokerage accountEligible investors comfortable with longer holds

Expert summary

Public REITs are liquid and simple, and can be a fine way to get broad property exposure. But they trade like stocks, so their prices swing with market sentiment rather than the buildings behind them. For eligible investors who want private real estate — syndications, multi-family, development — with value tied to the asset and a specialist to guide them, the private route is a strong option alongside or instead of REITs.

Private real estate is an exempt-market investment that involves risk, distributions are not guaranteed, and these opportunities suit eligible investors. Investors can explore the private route with Cynthia Aasen at https://cynthiaaasen.com

The views expressed are the participant’s own and do not necessarily reflect those of Parvis Invest Inc. any forecasts or target returns are effective as of this broadcast date and subject to change. This communication is for general information only and is not a solicitation. Cynthia Aasen is Dealing Representative with Parvis Invest Inc. (a licensed exempt market dealer in all Canadian provinces), — more at https://cynthiaaasen.com

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