Most broad stock funds contain real estate investment trusts (REITs), but for a more strategic approach, investors can choose from a variety of REIT funds and individual REITs.
Holding stocks in companies of varied sizes through mutual funds or exchange-traded funds could help increase portfolio diversification.
The stocks in the S&P 500 are classified by 11 sectors, each of which responds differently to market conditions.
Consumers and investors might want to consider how the depreciating dollar could impact the economy and their own finances.