We just crossed the halfway point in 2022, and broader markets have had a rough year. The major indices are all down double-digits, and many sectors have had an even rougher time this year. The only major exception is the energy sector, but one of the sectors I have been adding to lately is the real estate sector. One of the companies that I don’t own yet but plan to buy in the coming months is Essential Properties Realty Trust (NYSE:EPRT). Shares of Essential Properties Realty Trust have also had a rough start to 2022.