April 5, 2016

Does a Constantly Rising Dividend Make This REIT a Buy?

W.P. Carey's payout is juicy compared to some peers, but the company carries some unique risks.


On paper, it's an income investor's dream. Real estate investment trust W.P. Carey(NYSE:WPC) has increased its dividend every quarter since nearly the beginning of this century.
That's an impressive streak, but of course there are other factors besides a dividend to consider when looking at a stock. Let's look at some of the major ones to see if W.P. Carey is a buy for reasons alongside that levitating payout...