These companies have some of the most durable records of paying dividends in the REIT sector.

Investing in real estate is a great way to make passive income. While you could buy a rental property, a more passive and lower-cost option is to invest in a real estate investment trust (REIT). These entities own portfolios of high-quality properties that generate rental income.

Essex Property Trust ( ESS 0.86% ) , Federal Realty Investment Trust ( FRT 0.73% ) , and Realty Income ( O 1.07% ) are three of the most reliable dividend-paying REITs. Here's what makes them super-safe options for those seeking to generate durable passive income from real estate .

Its geographical focus has paid dividends

Essex Property Trust is a residential REIT focused solely on the West

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