Sector Strength: Utilities, REITs, Consumer Staples, and More

REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) are another great option for dividend investing. They make their money owning and managing properties. Because law requires that they redistribute at least 90% of their taxable income to investors, they naturally have very high dividends. 

Risk between REITs varies greatly. While the 90% rule guarantees investors get regular dividends, some REITs invest in insecure properties like retail malls, which have been declining with the rise of e-commerce. REITs are very sensitive to changes in interest rates and the economy, so they are not the best investments during market downturns.

The Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT) is a very consistent dividend king which invests in major coastal markets. While not an aristocrat, Realty Income is also very consistent with its dividend payouts

Source: Wall Street Prep