Moreover, despite the Federal Reserve recently acknowledging that inflation is nearing its desired level, any fast-paced hike in rates in the upcoming months is most unlikely as the central bank appears committed to a steady-as-you-go plan. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc. For Immediate Release Chicago, IL - May 11, 2018 - Today, Zacks Equity Research discusses REITs, including Pebblebrook Hotel Trust PEB , Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc. IIPR , BRT Apartments Corp. BRT and Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance ARI .