Why Do Institutions Invest in Property?

Abstract

Discusses the risk‐return profile of property investment. Reports on a telephone survey of financial institutions concerning property investment. Comments on the survey results. Concludes that property investment is still regarded as a long‐term, low‐risk asset. Cautions that unitized property has a limited appeal.

Citation

Rydin, Y., Rodney, W. and Orr, C. (1990), "Why Do Institutions Invest in Property?", Journal of Property Finance, Vol. 1 No. 2. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000003424