Dividend stocks have long been a cornerstone for investors seeking consistent passive income, and real estate investment trusts (REITs) are particularly attractive due to their regular dividend payouts. And with recent economic data points suggesting the Fed’s path is finally clearing up for those long-awaited interest rate cuts, we may be on the brink of an increasingly favorable environment for real estate. That makes REITs a compelling option for income-focused investors, since lower borrowing costs will enhance their profitability and dividend-paying capacity. Given this favorable backdrop…