India, Oct. 22 -- For many Indian households, the festive season is a time to celebrate, spend and make financial decisions. Gold purchases, property enquiries and fresh investments often become part of the annual conversation about wealth creation. But as investment choices expand, another question is emerging: can investors participate in the potential of real estate without committing a substantial sum to buying a property?

Listed Real Estate Investment Trusts, or REITs, offer one possible route.

Unlike traditional property ownership, which can require a large upfront investment and involve responsibilities such as maintenance, tenant management and resale, REITs allow investors to buy units in a trust that owns and operates income-g...