About property trusts
Listed and unlisted property trusts allow investors to invest in a professionally managed fund, providing exposure to real estate and the benefits of regular rental income.
Most property trusts own and manage portfolios of real estate (versus shares in other property trusts); this means that you are investing in a managed fund that holds underlying tangible assets with solid income.
The property trust sector is considered to have lower volatility than investing in shares (due to regular rental income streams) and is therefore generally considered to be of low to moderate investment risk. However, investors should always seek professional advice from a financial planner or adviser before making any investment decisions.