Can A Pension Plan Be Invested In Real Estate? 
Can a pension plan be invested in real estate ? Short answer depending on the plan is yes . If you are in a managed plan , it is quite possible that some of the funds are used to purchase real estate , either through direct purchase or participating in a REIT -LRB- Real Estate Investment Trust -RRB- . If you are asking about your ability to purchase real estate as part of your plan , it will depend on the plan design you choose . For most who want the real estate investment thing , the REIT might be a good choice . It is sort of a mutual fund that is all about commercial properties . But remember to check your plan to see what is authorized for purchase . 