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SHOULD WE INVEST IN REIT ETFs?
By Alpaca Investments  •  March 23, 2017
Last October, the Phillip SGX APAC Dividend Leaders REIT ETF was listed on the SGX, the first REIT ETF to be available here. It aims to track the performance of the 30 highest total dividend-paying REITs in the Asia Pacific Region. At the end of this month, another REIT ETF, the Nikko AM Asia ex-Japan REIT ETF would be listed, giving investors an additional investment option. With their high and consistent dividend payouts, REITs generally appeal to investors seeking regular passive income.

Some investors may be deciding between investing in individual REITs or the REIT ETF. We believe that REIT ETFs are more suitable for investors seeking diversification, with smaller capital available and with limited time to research thoroughly on individual REITs. On the other hand, investors with more capital may want to select a few individual REITs, given their higher dividend yields compared to the REIT ETFs.

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By Alpaca Investments
I'm currently an undergraduate studying accountancy in one of the local universities. My ideal career would be either in private equity or venture capital, as the analytical process involved greatly interests me. I believe in working hard, while concurrently putting our money to work. I currently have a low five-figures portfolio, accumulated from working part-time jobs, my National Service allowance and my savings.
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