 Dear Reader, I started rating the safety of banks in the early '70s. Over the last 50+ years, I've warned my readers about the bank failures of the 1980s and 1990s, the Dot-Com Bust, the 2008 housing collapse and more. But today, I'm writing to you with a different kind of warning. One that genuinely frightens me. This time, the threat to your money isn't coming from reckless Wall Street bankers. It's coming directly from the Federal Reserve itself. Through a program outlined in the Federal Reserve Docket No. OP-1670 — known as "FedNow" — the government is quietly rewiring the entire American banking system. Simply stated, the Fed is building a centralized hub that will process every transaction in the U.S. … giving it the ability to track every transfer, bill pay, purchase or donation you make in real time. That, in turn, could give them unprecedented power to cut off your access to your savings if they decide you're not in "compliance" with whatever their policy agenda dictates at the time. Or maybe even confiscate your savings when the need arises like it happened in Cyprus in 2013. In all my decades studying the U.S. economy and banking system, I've never seen anything as scary as this. If you value your financial privacy … If you believe your money belongs to you and not Washington … Now's the time to act. I've spent the last few months putting together 4 specific, legal steps to "Fed-proof" your checking and savings accounts. I urge you to take this threat seriously. Review these 4 steps immediately, right here. Good luck and God bless! 
Martin D. Weiss, PhD
Weiss Ratings Founder P.S. The Fed is counting on the fact that ordinary Americans won't read a 93-page document until it's too late. I've read it and that's why I'm begging you to act while you still can. Get the 4 "Fed-proof" steps right now.
Today's Exclusive Article Three Oversold REITs With Strong FundamentalsBy Dan Schmidt. Article Published: 3/30/2026. 
Key Points- Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are often popular investments during turbulent times because they return so much capital to shareholders through dividends and buybacks.
- In the AI-powered surge over the last few years, REITs have become a forgotten asset class and have lagged the market.
- Now that volatility has returned, REITs could be an attractive investment, including these three with fundamental tailwinds.
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There was a time when the biggest worry in markets was commercial real estate (CRE), especially for companies that own offices and workplaces where many staff now work from home. You likely won't find CRE concerns leading the financial headlines anymore, but that's not necessarily because conditions have improved—there's still a lot going on. Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) have been dragged down with the broader market over the last month, and commercial assets continue to concern investors. However, a few REITs are flashing Oversold on technical indicators, and we've identified three that also have fundamental tailwinds. Why REITs Could Be Primed for Strong Growth in 2026REITs have been one of the more stagnant asset classes over the past five years, with little appreciation beyond dividends. The Vanguard Real Estate ETF (NYSEARCA: VNQ), one of the largest broad-based REIT ETFs with more than $33 billion in assets, is down about 5.5% over five years, with much of the recent weakness occurring in the last month (down roughly 8%). Until the outbreak of the Iran war, many REIT investors were only marginally ahead, relying largely on dividends for returns. There are, however, reasons to be constructive on REITs in 2026. Several funds and individual REITs have reached deeply Oversold levels, attracting technical traders looking for rebounds. And despite the interest-rate environment leaning toward higher for longer, 2026 is shaping up as a potentially better year for the sector. JPMorgan Research projects overall growth of 6% in the key Funds From Operations (FFO) metric for the sector this year. FFO measures a REIT's operating cash flow by adding back depreciation and amortization to net income and excluding gains or losses from non-recurring property sales. This metric gives a clearer picture of cash generation than net income alone and helps assess the sustainability of dividends. Because REITs are often valued for consistent dividends, sustainable FFO growth matters more than short-term share-price gains. These 3 REITs Have Strong Fundamentals and Flashing Oversold SignalsWhen screening for oversold stocks, it's important to use multiple technical indicators to confirm signals. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is a popular tool because of its simple heuristics and reliability, but it shouldn't be used in isolation. For these three names we also consider indicators such as the Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) to corroborate the RSI. Simon Property Group: Stabilized By Affluent Clientele BaseSimon Property Group Inc. (NYSE: SPG), once known primarily as a mall REIT, has repositioned itself as a "destination" operator catering to more affluent customers. While many traditional malls declined, SPG focused on high-end centers and prime retail properties for luxury brands. That strategy appears to be paying off: in Q4 2025, management reported record annual FFO of $4.8 billion ($12.73 per share) and guided 2026 FFO to roughly $13.00–$13.25 per share. The company also announced a $2 billion share repurchase (nearly 3% of market cap), with portfolio occupancy above 96% and a 15% year-over-year (YOY) increase in its leasing pipeline. 
Simon's fundamentals show little sign of distress; the recent softness in the stock likely reflects a broader market retreat rather than company-specific problems. Shares found support near the 200-day moving average as the RSI reached Oversold. If the stock holds above the 200-day MA, this could be an attractive entry point for long-term investors. Rexford Industrial Realty: Opportunities in California Industrial ZonesSouthern California contains one of the largest infill industrial markets, with more than 1.8 billion square feet, but zoning and regulatory constraints limit new supply and create high barriers to entry. That dynamic drives rental rates and benefits incumbent owners like Rexford Industrial Realty Inc. (NYSE: REXR), which owns more than 400 properties in the region. The stock has underperformed over the past five years, but Rexford is undergoing a transition: former COO Laura Clark was appointed CEO, and the company authorized $500 million in new share buybacks. 
The company has a catalyst on April 15, when it reports Q1 2026 earnings, which could halt the stock's slide. Shares are down roughly 16% year-to-date, including a 14% drop in the last month alone. The stock is approaching its April 2025 lows, and both the RSI and MACD suggest downward momentum is slowing. A bullish MACD crossover ahead of the earnings report would be a useful technical signal of a potential momentum shift. Vornado Realty Trust: Contrarian Play on New York Real EstateAn investment in Vornado Realty Trust (NYSE: VNO) isn't for the faint of heart. New York CRE was hit hard during the pandemic and has struggled to fully recover, but recent operational signs are encouraging. Vornado reported an industry-leading 4.6 million square feet of Manhattan leasing in 2025, with notable momentum in its Penn 1 and Penn 2 districts. Management also disclosed acquisitions of high-end properties on Fifth Avenue and East 54th Street during its Q4 2025 results. It guided 2026 FFO to be roughly in line with 2025, a conservative projection that leaves room for upside if leasing trends continue to improve. 
VNO's chart looks similar to REXR's, with early signs of a rebound. The RSI has been in Oversold territory for much of the past two months, near spring 2025 lows. Importantly, the MACD has crossed above its signal line, suggesting selling momentum may be waning and buyers could be returning.
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