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3 Reasons Why You Should (Still) Buy Singapore REITs
By The Smart Investor  •  February 24, 2025
It has been a bumpy ride for Singapore REIT investors. The stock market is unsure about the sector today. Remember the surge in Singapore REIT prices late last year, fueled by US Federal Reserve rate cuts? That optimism proved short-lived. As the Fed pumped the brakes on further rate reductions, REITs quickly surrendered those gains. What is behind this REIT rollercoaster? Instead of focusing on the unit prices, my co-founder David Kuo argues that you should be focused on the right reasons to own REITs.

Why should you own REITs?

Ask David why he owns REITs, and he’ll likely counter: “Why not?” Consider this: land is limited. They aren’t making any more of it. REITs unlock access to prime real estate, generating consistent rental income. A portfolio of well-chosen REITs offers a double win: steady income and potential capital growth as property values climb.

Reason #1: Keeping the taxman at bay

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By The Smart Investor
The Smart Investor is co-founded by David Kuo, Joanna Sng, and Chin Hui Leong. The company was formed in late 2019 from the ashes of the Motley Fool Singapore. The Smart Investor believes that everybody can learn how to invest, smartly. We aim to educate people on how to invest smartly by providing investing education, stock commentary and market coverage for Singapore and around the world.
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