National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts

The National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (NAREIT) is a trade organization representing the interests of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and real estate companies in the U.S. REITs are companies that own, operate, or finance income-producing real estate, allowing individual investors to pool their resources and invest in large-scale properties. NAREIT advocates for policies that benefit the real estate investment sector, provides education about REITs, and promotes industry standards. Essentially, it supports and enhances the real estate investment market, making it more accessible and transparent for investors and the public.