What to consider before you put money in real estate investment trusts

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Investing in real estate is a popular strategy for people saving for retirement especially among the so-called FIRE brigade, who are racing for early Financial Independence and Retirement.

Not a bad idea to own some real estate. Great if you have 10 percent down and are okay with leverage financing. For now, though, that may not work very well.

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