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Investors looking for stocks in the REIT and Equity Trust - Other sector might want to consider either Douglas Emmett (DEI) or NNN REIT (NNN). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

Every month, we screen for dividend growth stocks, looking for potentially enticing names to consider. The screen focuses on safety, growth, and consistency, then sorts by the yield itself. It often presents several REIT names and turnaround potentials, with this month highlighting exactly that, with 3 REITs and 2 potential turnaround plays.

REIT ETFs look low yielding, but they can hide better income opportunities underneath. Some underfollowed REITs still offer 6 to 7% yields with room for growth. A few discounted picks could deliver both strong income and upside.

Realty Income and VICI Properties are highlighted as top net lease REITs with wide moats and attractive valuations. Net lease REITs benefit from long-term, predictable cash flows and cost-of-capital advantages, especially those with access to European debt markets. O trades at 15.1x P/AFFO (below its historical 17.7x), offers a 5.0% yield, and is forecasted for a 15% 12-month total return.

ORLANDO, Fla., April 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of NNN REIT, Inc. (NYSE: NNN) ("NNN" or the "Company"), a real estate investment trust, today announced a quarterly dividend of 60 cents per share payable May 15, 2026 to shareholders of record as of April 30, 2026.