Top 10 Dividend and Distribution-Paying REITs
The best REITs for 2025 providing strong dividends and distributions
Quick Definition: Dividend and distribution-paying REITs are real estate investment trusts that own or finance income-generating properties and distribute at least 90% of their taxable income to shareholders as dividends.
The top 10 dividend and distribution-paying REITs for 2025 are selected for their high yields, financial stability, and diversified real estate portfolios. These REITs offer income-focused investors reliable cash flow, exposure to real estate markets, and potential for capital appreciation, making them ideal for passive income and portfolio diversification.
| # | Ticker | Name | Yield (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ORC | Orchid Island Capital | 19.94% |
| 2 | ARR | Armour Residential REIT | 16.76% |
| 3 | ABR | Arbor Realty Trust | 15.65% |
| 4 | TWO | Two Harbors Investment | 15.16% |
| 5 | AGNC | AGNC Investment | 14.08% |
| 6 | PMT | PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust | 13.51% |
| 7 | NLY | Annaly Capital Management | 12.54% |
| 8 | CIM | Chimera Investment Corporation | 11.01% |
| 9 | BDN | Brandywine Realty Trust | 10.96% |
| 10 | STWD | Starwood Property Trust Inc. | 10.81% |
Yields are subject to change and not guaranteed.