New Delhi, Oct. 28 -- Real Estate Investment Trusts (Reits) offer investors a means to gain exposure to a diversified portfolio of income-generating commercial real estate assets. By investing in Reits, individuals can earn regular passive income without the need to own or manage properties directly.

This is because Reits are required to distribute at least 90% of their net distributable cash flows to unitholders as dividends, ensuring a steady income stream. Recent regulatory changes have further enhanced their appeal.

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has recently reclassified Reits as equity, moving away from their earlier hybrid categorization. This is a significant shift with far-reaching implications for both the m...