Regulatory Shift Positions Agree Realty for International Investment Surge

A significant regulatory overhaul by U.S. tax authorities could unlock substantial growth opportunities for real estate investment trusts, with Agree Realty appearing particularly well-positioned to capitalize on these changes. The planned elimination of contentious foreign investment rules is expected to open floodgates for international capital entering the REIT market.

The Treasury Department and IRS are moving to eliminate the controversial “look-through” rule for domestically controlled REITs. This regulation, implemented in 2024, had created barriers for overseas investors seeking exposure to REITs like Agree Realty by imposing complex ownership verification requirements. The proposed reform reverts to previous standards, automatically classifying domestic C-Corporations as non-foreign owners.

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