[Verse 1] When you want to own some real estate There are two paths that you can take Direct means buying property yourself The building sits upon your shelf You hold the deed, you pay the tax Control the lease, collect the cash But it takes time and money too Management work is up to you [Chorus] Direct or indirect, which way to go? Own the building or buy the flow REIT stands for Real Estate Investment Trust CMBS and funds, there's more than just Direct control versus liquid shares Both have profits, both have cares Direct or indirect, make your choice Let your wallet find its voice [Verse 2] Indirect means you buy a piece Of someone else's real estate feast REITs trade on the stock exchange Like buying stocks, but real estate's the game They own the malls, the offices too Pay dividends right back to you No management, no midnight calls Just quarterly checks that never stall [Chorus] Direct or indirect, which way to go? Own the building or buy the flow REIT stands for Real Estate Investment Trust CMBS and funds, there's more than just Direct control versus liquid shares Both have profits, both have cares Direct or indirect, make your choice Let your wallet find its voice [Bridge] CMBS packages mortgages tight Commercial loans bundled up right Real estate funds pool money together Professional management through any weather Direct gives you control and pride Indirect lets you diversify wide Lower entry, higher liquidity Pick your path to profitability [Chorus] Direct or indirect, which way to go? Own the building or buy the flow REIT stands for Real Estate Investment Trust CMBS and funds, there's more than just Direct control versus liquid shares Both have profits, both have cares Direct or indirect, make your choice Let your wallet find its voice [Outro] Whether direct or taking flight Through indirect ownership rights Real estate can build your wealth Just pick the method that fits your health Direct or indirect, both can pay Choose your real estate investment way
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