India, Oct. 22 -- For generations, owning property has been closely associated with financial security in India. A residential apartment that appreciates or a commercial unit that generates monthly rent can be an important part of a household's wealth. Yet direct property ownership comes with a significant financial commitment, ongoing maintenance and the responsibility of finding and managing tenants.

For investors interested in real estate but looking for an alternative to purchasing and managing a property themselves, Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) offer a different approach.

Listed REITs allow investors to buy units in a trust that owns or invests in income-generating real estate. Instead of purchasing an individual office sp...