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Property funds

A NEW Dublin-domiciled global property securities fund which utilises UCITS III powers has been launched by Principal Global Investors.

CLOSE Fund Management is launching a new closed-ended capital protected fund providing a return of 200pc growth from a portfolio of soft and hard commodities.

Are BRICs reaching their targets? There is no mistaking the buzz around BRIC. So why is there such a reluctance by other fund houses to leap on the bandwagon? Kate Saines scrapes the BRIC surface...

A place in the sun: With the rise of international property as a serious investment option, UK advisers have a lot of scope to help their clients. Acting early in the planning stages and seeking outside expert help are vital. Paul Burgin reports...

THE 2012 London Olympics and European development opportunities should ensure property fund investors are not short changed over the coming years, according to Ben Ritchie manager of the Aberdeen Property Share fund.

HOMEWISE has launched a property finance scheme called Find & Afford that it said will be an alternative to traditional equity release schemes.

BARCLAYS Capital is launching a European Real Estate Income fund to give investors access to the European REIT market and provide diversification away from UK property.

A WIDELY anticipated base rate rise next month and the introduction of the new Home Information Packs (HIPs) on 1 June are likely to put the brakes on the UK property market, an expert has warned.

Missing the boat: Are IFAs making the most for their clients and for themselves from the increasing investment in the more active property markets? Many are, but even more haven't found the route yet, says Chris Howard