W.P. Carey (WPC) has undergone major portfolio restructuring including its significant acquisition of Corporate Property Associates 17 Global (“CPA:17”) in October 2018, and its increased M&A and disposition activity, in general. And while this activity is creating some operating turbulence in the near-term, management believes its inorganic growth strategy will be accretive to AFFO/share in the long-term. This article considers the various strengths of WPC, its dividend safety, valuation, and then concludes with our opinion about whether WPC’s current operating dynamics are a red flag or if this big-dividend REIT is worth considering for investment.