Residential real estate is particularly attractive to investors during periods of stock market volatility. Real estate classes like multifamily and single-family rental property provide stable cash flow because quality housing is always in demand.
Housing is not a luxury, it’s a basic human need. While other sectors like technology and consumer discretionary can see large revenue swings during turbulent times, residential real estate generates consistent rental income. People need somewhere to live regardless of what the stock market or the economy is doing.
One of the best and most cost-effective ways to get exposure to that valuable asset class is by buying real estate investment trusts, or REITs, that specialize in residential rental property.
Adding residential real estate REITs to your portfolio might be a very good idea right now. Here are seven of the best residential REITs to buy today.
This post originally appeared at U.S. News & World Report.