Number: RL33380
Title: Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs): Considerations for the Federal Employees Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
Authors: Mark Jickling and Barbara Miles, Government and Finance Division 
Abstract: This report summarizes the legal and economic history of REITs and the factors that have contributed to recent strong performances of REITs as investment vehicles. It then addresses the arguments behind their possible inclusion as an investment alternative in the TSP.
Pages: 9
Date: April 24, 2006