Vanguard's VNQ vs. VNQI: Which Real Estate ETF Is the Better Buy?

Vanguard offers two distinct real estate ETFs: VNQ focuses on U.S. REITs with stronger recent returns (13.87% 1-year), while VNQI provides international exposure across 30+ countries with a higher dividend yield (4.68% vs 3.51%). Both have low expense ratios around 0.12-0.13%. The choice depends on whether investors prioritize domestic growth or international diversification and income.