Don't Buy REITs For Income Until You Read These 2 Strategies

REITs have significantly underperformed, delivering sub-5% annual returns that barely outpace inflation over the past five years. Persistent elevated long-term yields are the key driver of REIT underperformance, outweighing any short-term rate cuts by the Fed. I see odds of a REIT turnaround as below 50%, given structural yield pressures and limited inflation-hedging effectiveness.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 4, 2026

I've Never Been More Bullish On Covered Call ETFs Than Now (But With One Caveat)

The market seems to be increasingly punctuated by notable volatility spikes, while the broad indices (and AI names) struggle to justify their valuations. This is the necessary setup for covered call ETFs to come in and shine. However, there is a huge caveat (not that visible risk), which, if not properly considered, might lead covered call investors to be disappointed.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 1, 2026

IYRI: Not A REIT Fan But Love Income? Consider Collecting An 11% Tax-Efficient Yield Instead

Neos Real Estate High Income ETF offers a compelling double-digit yield and monthly, tax-advantaged distributions, making it attractive for income-focused investors. IYRI's covered call strategy generates income but caps upside potential, differentiating it from individual REITs with greater long-term appreciation prospects. The ETF's portfolio includes both high-quality equity REITs and riskier mREITs, increasing exposure to commercial real estate headwinds.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 17, 2026

Income & Catalysts Highlight 2026 Case for This REIT ETF

Broadly speaking, real estate investment trusts (REITs) and the related ETFs didn't do much worth writing home about this year, but there's optimism these income-generating assets are in store for better showings in 2026.

ETF Trends • Dec 26, 2025

This Article Will Change The Way You Approach Covered Call Investing

Covered call ETFs promise high income and outperformance in sideways or declining markets, but face opportunity cost in bull markets. Despite strong AuM growth and new launches like NEOS MLP & Energy Infrastructure High Income ETF (MLPI), Covered Call ETFs are structurally suboptimal with inherent negative alpha. Covered call ETFs consistently underperform not only in rising markets due to capped upside, but also during market declines.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 22, 2025

Undercovered Dozen: Canadian Natural Resources, Duke Energy, PennyMac Mortgage And More

This week's Undercovered Dozen highlights 12 lesser-followed stocks and funds, each with distinct catalysts or value opportunities. This week's edition covers articles published between Dec. 12 and Dec. 18, offering fresh investment ideas. The series aims to inspire discussion and help investors discover overlooked opportunities in the market.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 22, 2025

NEOS Adds MLP & Energy Infrastructure Income ETF to Roster

In an easing monetary policy environment, yields start to fall in line with rate cuts. Bond investors might be seeking to supplant the income they've grown accustomed to.

ETF Trends • Dec 19, 2025

This Is Why 10%+ Yielding IYRI Should Be In Your Retirement Portfolio

IYRI is a REIT-focused covered call ETF. It is one of the few covered call ETFs that looks solid from both sides - keeping the opportunity cost limited and providing downside protection from the AI bubble. In the article I detail why I have become even more bullish on IYRI than earlier in September this year.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 15, 2025

IYRI: Efficient Way To Capture Income From The Real Estate Sector

I rate Neos Real Estate High Income ETF (IYRI) a buy for its high 10.7% yield and tax-efficient distributions. IYRI's option-writing strategy enables strong income and capital preservation, outperforming traditional REIT ETFs and high-yield peers since inception.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 14, 2025

Is Your Retirement Income Enough? How I Leveled Up Mine With Covered Call ETFs

Yield for traditional income sources have started to compress. For income-oriented investors, who seek to build a reliable passive income machine it causes a real headache. To hit a certain target income figure, investors have to assume either higher risks, extend time horizon or save/invest more capital.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 3, 2025