There are some REITs to avoid in this continued “higher for longer” interest rate environment. These investment vehicles are particularly sensitive to rising interest rates due to their reliance on debt financing. In this economic climate, REITs with high leverage ratios, short-term debt maturities and limited cash flows may struggle to maintain profitability and dividend payouts.Moreover, certain sectors within the REIT universe are more vulnerable than others. For instance, mortgage REITs (mREITs), which ...