Domestic REITs or International Real Estate? State Street's RWR and RWX Offer Very Different Answers.

This article compares two State Street real estate ETFs: RWR, which focuses on U.S. REITs, and RWX, which invests internationally. It highlights that RWR is more cost-efficient with lower fees and larger assets under management, while RWX offers broader geographic diversification but includes real estate operating companies (REOCs) that may dilute the income profile. The article advises investors to consider their focus on domestic vs. international exposure, cost sensitivity, and income expectations when choosing between the two.