I own Cohen and Steers and if you believe in dollar cost averaging you can buy the fund through Schwab and it is no load no fee. If you want to include REITS as part of your portfolio on a one time basis you can buy the ETF under the symbol ICF.
Another option worth taking a look at is CGM Realty (CGMRX) You can open an account with the company directly and it too is no load no transaction fee if opened directly. Through Schwab you would have to pay the transaction cost (50$) Might require some addional paperwork at the end of the year for tax purposes.
