In this video, I compare real estate investment trusts (REITs) with direct real estate investing. Is it better to invest in REITs or is it better to purchase real estate directly and operate that real estate as a rental property? I discuss what a REIT is, how REITs operate and the pros and cons of REIT investing as compared to direct real estate investing. Real estate is a very attractive and popular asset class among investors. But is it better to invest in real estate using REITs? Let's find out! Start Investing Today 📈 ► Try out Trade Republic*: http://trade.re/dama ► Try out Trading 212*^: https://www.trading212.com/join/MALONE High Interest Savings Accounts 💸 ► Try out Raisin Bank*: http://raisin-ie.pxf.io/75jyRV Stay Informed Like Me 💡 ► Seeking Alpha*: https://www.sahg6dtr.com/2P9J9R/R74QP/ Intro 0:00 What Is A REIT? 1:49 How REITs Operate 3:18 REITs vs. Real Estate 6:49 Closing Words 13:20 Playlists 🎥 ► Investing Success Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLT6kl-SfJg7iEyq7dE_ukgiRtv_xmv2Aa ► Tax Education: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLT6kl-SfJg7iXz18HClBL3-5WcCTg7_8n Socials 📸 ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malone_financial/ ► TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@malonefinancial? ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaloneFinancial ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/malone-financial/? *Dan Malone is affiliated with the aforementioned companies. Dan Malone receives a commission for any customer conversions realized via the affiliate links. This video includes Dan's own opinions (which do not reflect the opinions of said companies). Investing involves a risk of loss. Nothing mentioned in this video should be construed as financial advice. ^Sponsored link. To get free fractional shares worth up to 100 EUR/GBP, you can open an account with Trading 212 with the link above. When investing, your capital is at risk and you may get back less than invested. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results. References to "no fees and charges" relate solely to commission-free investing. Other fees may apply, please see Trading 212 terms and fees for more information.