Real Estate ETFs: Big Improvements, Big Challenges
March 8, 2010 – While it’s true that real estate exchange traded funds (ETFs) have doubled off their lows since last March, they’ve still got a long way to go before the sector can be considered “stable.” (more…) Continue Reading »

Hedge Inflation’s Threat with These ETFs
February 26, 2010 – Cries of “Inflation is coming! Inflation is coming!” hearken back Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride. But few can agree on exactly when it’s coming. Get on your guard by knowing what exchange traded funds (ETFs)... Continue Reading »

Real Estate ETFs: More Crises to Come, or a Sector on the Mend?
February 17, 2010 – Many months after the real estate bubble popped and sent the world spinning into crisis, people are left asking whether any recovery is in sight or if we’re just gearing up for another round... Continue Reading »

Commercial Real Estate ETFs: At the Bottom?
January 4, 2010 – Investors have been shunning the commercial real estate sectors like the plague as  desolate commercial buildings fail to attract tenants. Some believe, however, that the time is ripe for putting money back into the commercial... Continue Reading »

REIT ETFs Have Appeal Despite Gloomy Real Estate Market
December 31, 2009 – Real estate investment trusts, or REITs, have been a source of stability and nice yields. Lately, this has not been the case. Does this mean you should count out REIT exchange traded funds (ETFs)?... Continue Reading »

The Future of Commercial Real Estate ETFs
November 10, 2009 – As we take a moment to reflect on the past year, it becomes obvious that the housing market bust crippled the economy. What made this cyclical bust in the real estate and related exchange traded... Continue Reading »

Midday Market Update: Stocks, ETFs Dip Despite Good Signs
October 23, 2009 – Despite strong corporate earnings from some tech-sector leaders and a stellar report regarding the housing sector, stocks and exchange traded funds (ETFs) fell into negative territory this morning. (more…) Continue Reading »

How Owning REIT ETFs Can Benefit You
October 18, 2009 – Real estate investments and REIT exchange traded funds (ETFs) can be a good addition to any portfolio for a variety of reasons, not least of which is that they deliver diversification and high exposure... Continue Reading »