 Realty Income is an equity real estate investment trust headquartered in Escondido, Calif. The company specializes in acquiring freestanding, single-tenant properties leased to retail chains under long-term net-lease agreements. Its individual properties generate rental income, taxes, maintenance and insurance revenue. As a real estate investment trust, Realty Income does not have to pay federal or state taxes on its income. The company employs a staff of more than 60 professionals with expertise in real estate acquisitions, lease execution, law, retail research, asset management and the capital markets. Its acquisition and investment focus is primarily on purchasing the properties of middle and upper market retailers who provide goods and services that consumers use daily. Retail Income conducts business with chains, such as Taco Bell, Pier 1 Imports, Staples, Office Max, Children's World day care, Jiffy Lube and Hollywood Video. The company was formed in 1969.
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