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Anonymous

10d ago

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Am first time getting dividends from my REITS, which option is a better choice? 1) cash 2) scrip

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If you don't need the cash, you can invest it

The purpose of REITS is to provide cashflow. Thus, dividends usually the objective. Only if the scrip is below current price then you can consider buying. The advantage: no commission fee when buying this way.

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My REITs are typically for the long term and hence i always do scrip (when the offer price is lower than market of course) even if that means i end up with odd lots - since i won't be looking to cash out in the next 30-40 years anyways. Also, i don't need the cash now which is rather insignificant for my portfolio.

Billy

8d ago

Development & Acquisitions Manager at Real Estate Private Equity

It really depends how many shares you have. If end up with odd lots / few shares, not much point to ...

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