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Real estate investment trusts (REITs)

Innovative coverage solutions tailored for real estate investment trusts

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) — or any company that owns, operates, or finances income-producing real estate — face unique challenges that can impact their profitability and long-term viability.

Modeled after mutual funds, REITs have historically offered investors potential exposure to various income streams, diversification, and long-term capital appreciation. However, multiple challenges — ranging from fluctuating property values and regulatory changes to environmental risks and tenant liabilities — have made it increasingly difficult for REITs to protect their investments and remain resilient.

Tailored insurance solutions for today’s evolving challenges

As the market evolves, the need for specialized insurance solutions has become increasingly critical.

Marsh’s Real Estate & Hospitality Practice is uniquely positioned to help REITs like yours navigate this complex environment, providing comprehensive risk management and innovative insurance solutions intended to help safeguard your assets and enhance your operational resilience. Our team of specialists works with you to better understand your exposures and secure adequate coverage across the following key areas:

Property damage: Coverage for damages caused by natural disasters, vandalism, or other unforeseen events that can impact property values.
Liability claims: Protection against third-party claims arising from accidents or injuries on your properties, to support your financial stability.
Environmental risks: Coverage for risks related to environmental hazards, such as contamination or compliance with evolving environmental regulations.

The reach of REIT investments

Nearly 170 million Americans, or roughly 50% of all households, are invested in REIT stocks through their 401(k)s, individual retirement accounts, pension plans, or other investment funds.

How Marsh can help

With our extensive industry knowledge and innovative approach, we help you better navigate the complexities of risk management and insurance for investment properties, providing you with:

Expert risk assessment: We conduct thorough assessments to identify your specific vulnerabilities and design risk management programs based on your needs.
Tailored coverage: We work with you and your insurers to develop customized insurance programs that meet the specific needs of REITs.
Dedicated support: Our team of specialists is committed to providing ongoing support, helping to equip you with the resources and guidance relevant to managing your insurance needs effectively and developing strategies for REIT optimization.
A holistic risk approach: By identifying risks before they escalate, we help you make informed decisions that can protect your investments and enhance operational efficiency, empowering you to minimize exposure to potential claims and liabilities.

Discover how the following solutions can help REITs navigate complex risks, make more informed, data-driven decisions, and secure coverage tailored to their unique risk profiles and needs.

Fast Track is a first-of-its-kind global insurance solution that simplifies and speeds up access to additional insurance capacity. Learn more.

ART solutions can provide coverage for risks that are conventionally hard to place and enhance an organization’s risk management capabilities. Learn more.

Blue[i] is Marsh’s next-generation analytics suite of digital solutions that delivers our industry-leading data and actionable insights through an intuitive, interactive, and engaging platform, allowing you to make critical business decisions with confidence. Learn more.

Your trusted partner in REIT insurance

As risks continue to evolve in the real estate market, your needs and insurance programs are also bound to change. Marsh specialists are well-versed in this industry and have the expertise to help you navigate change, allowing you to be proactive about deploying innovative REIT insurance strategies and protecting your investment — now and into the future.

Why Marsh

At Marsh, we recognize the intricacies of the REIT sector and the diverse risks that come with it. Our insurance solutions are specifically designed to address the unique exposures faced by REITs, providing comprehensive coverage that safeguards your assets and enhances your operational resilience. With our extensive industry knowledge and innovative approach, we help you navigate the complexities of risk management in the real estate investment landscape.

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