ETFs make sense for many sectors of the market. But REITs are an exception. There are still ample opportunities for active investors.
The tallest building in Fort Worth, Texas, was just foreclosed at a 91% discount to its price three years ago. The commercial real estate sector is facing significant challenges, including high vacancy rates and a wave of $2 trillion in maturities over the next three years. Building a diversified portfolio of hand-picked real estate stocks can provide better returns compared to investing in the Vanguard Real Estate ETF.