Why More Canadians Are Choosing REITs Over Stocks in 2025
If 2025 has proven anything so far, it’s this: market volatility is here to stay. Interest rate announcements, inflation concerns, and global unrest continue to jolt the stock market, leaving even seasoned investors wondering how to protect — and grow — their wealth.
As a result, more Canadians are re-evaluating their strategy and asking the question:
“Where can I find more stable investments in 2025?”
Enter Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — and specifically, industrial REITs like InvestPlus REIT. These private funds offer a compelling alternative to the stock market roller coaster, giving investors an opportunity to earn passive income from real estate without the burden of direct ownership.
What Makes Stocks Volatile?
Stock prices fluctuate based on:
- Company performance (earnings reports, leadership changes)
- Macroeconomic indicators (interest rates, inflation)
- News headlines and investor sentiment
Even high-quality stocks can plummet in value overnight, not because of anything the company did wrong, but because of broader market fears.
While long-term stock investing has historically produced returns, daily volatility and emotional stress make it hard for many investors to stay the course — especially in uncertain times like these.
The REIT Alternative: Asset-Backed Stability
REITs, by contrast, are grounded in tangible properties that generate rent. At InvestPlus REIT, that income flows from long-term leased industrial buildings—warehouses, logistics hubs, and light-manufacturing facilities—across Western Canada.
Why Our Numbers Matter
| Assets Under Management | $108 M |
| Paid in quarterly distributions to date | $11.5 M |
| Investor equity | $38.1 M |
| Total area under management | 600,000 SF |
| Land holdings | 47 acres |
| Diversified across AB, SK, BC | 21 buildings |
Those figures translate into 6.10 % annual distributions (paid quarterly) and a total return target of 7–12 %—all without you dealing with tenants or maintenance.
Stocks vs. Industrial REITs at a Glance
| Factor | Typical Stocks | InvestPlus Industrial REIT |
| Daily price swings | High | Low-to-moderate |
| Tied to physical assets | ❌ | ✅ |
| Income predictability | Dividends vary | Contract-based rental income |
| Hands-off investing | No—requires monitoring | Yes—professionally managed |
| RRSP / TFSA eligible | ✅ | ✅ + partial return-of-capital potential |
Why Industrial Real Estate Stands Out
Not all REITs are created equal. Industrial REITs, like those that focus on logistics hubs, warehouses, and light manufacturing properties, are performing especially well in 2025 due to:
- Continued growth in e-commerce
- Supply chain re-shoring to Canada
- Tight vacancy rates and rising lease rates in key regions
InvestPlus REIT, for example, owns 21 buildings, spanning over 600,000 sq ft across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and B.C., and has 47 acres of land under management — all strategically selected in areas with strong tenant demand and economic fundamentals.
Here’s where REITs really shine: you don’t need to manage anything.
No tenants calling in the middle of the night. No renovation surprises. No market-timing decisions. Just real estate returns, managed by professionals — deposited to your account quarterly.
If you’re looking for stable investments in 2025 that provide regular income and long-term value, REITs offer a solution that stocks simply can’t match.
Volatility is part of investing — but it doesn’t need to dominate your portfolio. By shifting some capital into a stable, asset-backed REIT like InvestPlus, Canadians can enjoy:
- Consistent, quarterly passive income
- Diversification outside the stock market
- Exposure to high-demand, growth-ready industrial real estate
If you’re tired of market swings and want your money to work for you — not worry you, it might be time to add industrial REITs to your investment strategy.
Want to learn more?
Book a discovery call with us today or visit investplusreit.com to learn why InvestPlus REIT is the smart choice for your real estate investment future.
