real estate investment trust (REIT)

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Investment vehicle similar to a mutual fund (unit trust). REITs use the pooled capital of several investors to make mortgage loans to builders or developers, or to directly invest in income-producing property that offers tax benefits in addition to interest and capital gains. Also called mortgage REIT.

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