Realty Income Business Questions

What kind of properties do we own?
How much does occupancy vary for the properties we own?
How long are our leases?
How many properties do we own and where are they located?
How do we find properties to purchase?
What is a “cap rate” and why does it matter?
How do we decide which properties to purchase?
How do we fund property purchases?
Do we have rental increases built into our long-term leases?

Cost Basis and Tax Information

How are Realty Income dividends taxed?

Dividend Questions

When does the dividend get declared and paid?
How often does Realty Income increase the dividend?
How do I know when I need to buy shares to get the next monthly dividend?
Is it more expensive to pay dividends monthly than quarterly?
Why does the company pay dividends monthly?
Why get dividends from us?
How often are dividends increased?
How do I measure Realty Income’s dividend-paying capacity?

Financial Performance Questions

How much debt does the company have?
Why don’t we use more debt?
What is Realty Income’s equity market capitalization? What does this consist of?
Why is our net income per share less than the amount of our dividend per share?

General Investor Questions

How can I receive up-to-date company information?
How can I get a copy of the most recent annual report?
Who should I call if I need help with my account?
Can I access information about my Realty Income shares or account on the Computershare website?
How do I change my mailing address?
How do I get replacement checks for dividends?
How can I get a duplicate 1099 form?
How can I get research on Realty Income?
What is Realty Income’s address and phone number?
How can I get quotes on Realty Income stock?
Where can I get information about the dividend?

Investing Questions

How can I buy shares?
What makes the share price go up and down?
What’s the most money I can lose if I buy shares?
How do I know if the stock is at a good price to purchase shares?
What are the differences between common and preferred shares?

Direct Stock Purchase and Dividend Reinvestment Plans

Is a Direct Stock Purchase program like opening a brokerage account?
What is a Direct Stock Purchase program?
How do I invest in Realty Income using a Direct Stock Purchase program?
What is a dividend reinvestment program?
How can I have my dividends reinvested?
Do I have to enroll online to participate?
Do you recommend I use the direct stock purchase program?