iShares REET vs FlexShares GQRE: Which REIT Fund Wins?

iShares Global REIT ETF (REET) emerges as the better choice for most investors, offering superior liquidity, lower expense ratio (0.14% vs 0.45%), and stronger 1-year performance (7.5% vs 11.2%). FlexShares Global Quality Real Estate Index Fund (GQRE) appeals primarily to income-focused investors with its higher dividend yield of 4.3% versus 3.4%, though it carries higher volatility and lower historical returns.