REIT ETF Investing in 2026: Going Global With REET vs. SCHH's U.S. Focus
Schwab offers lower fees and domestic focus, while iShares delivers global diversification and higher dividend yield for income investors.
Overview
Schwab U.S. REIT ETF (NYSEMKT:SCHH) provides low-cost, concentrated exposure to domestic real estate, while iShares Global REIT ETF (NYSEMKT:REET) offers a broader, international portfolio with a higher historical distribution yield.
Real estate investment trusts (REITs) allow investors to gain exposure to income-producing property without the burdens of direct management. While both funds share a sector focus, their geographic boundaries and fee structures create distinct paths for those seeking either pure domestic exposure or global diversification.
Beta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from monthly returns over the available fund history (up to five years). The 1-yr return represents total return over the trailing 12 months. Dividend yield is the trailing-12-month distribution yield.
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