Real estate investment through REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) is gaining popularity, attributed to their generous dividend distributions and ease of understanding. A notable instance involves Vanguard Group Inc., which has $105.43 million invested in Ready Capital Co. (NYSE:RC), although it reduced its holdings by 1.1% in the 3rd quarter. In another development, Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE:DLR) received an average "Hold" rating from fifteen research firms, with a target price set at $141.47. These examples underscore the dynamic nature of REIT investments and highlight the interest of big investment firms in the real estate sector through REITs.

Subtopics covered:
- REITs as a popular real estate investment option
- Vanguard Group's investment in Ready Capital Co.
- Analyst ratings and target price for Digital Realty Trust, Inc.