Liquidity - the fund invests mainly in Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). These are shares of listed companies, so the fund manager can buy and sell holdings quickly. In contrast, some funds in the property sector invest directly in property and land, which can be more difficult to sell.
Low entry costs - the minimum lump sum investment to our fund is just £1,000, giving you exposure to investments such as shopping centres and industrial buildings.
Cash - a 'bricks and mortar' fund needs to hold large cash reserves, both to purchase property and to meet its investors' redemption requests. This means that potentially a large proportion of the fund's value is held in easy access, lower yield cash investments. A REIT-based fund has more flexibility, and can exploit opportunities for growth offered by equities.
Choice - our fund is available in OEICs or SICAVs.
| Feature | Fidelity Global Property Fund | Property investment | Funds investing directly in property |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low entry costs | Yes | No | Yes |
| High liquidity | Yes | No | No |
| Low cash holdings | Yes | N/A | No |
| Global diversification | Yes | No | Yes 1 |
Overseas investments may be subject to currency fluctuations.