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When it comes to earning a second income through property, there’s a lot to like about real estate investment trusts (REITs). And Segro (LSE:SGRO) is a particularly interesting example.
The FTSE 100 firm owns and leases a portfolio of warehouses and light industrial properties. And it comes with a 4.5% dividend yield, which has the potential to be very attractive.
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What makes a good REIT?
There are two things I look for in a good REIT. The most obvious is strong demand – empty buildings create maintenance costs and don’t generate rent, which is something to avoid.
The second thing is less obvious,…
