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Why commercial property is key to a well-diversified portfolio

In a new episode of the ifa Show, host Maja Garaca Djurdjevic is joined by Charter Hall direct chief executive Steven Bennett to discuss the benefits of investing in commercial property.

by Robyn Tongol
November 17, 2021
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Overseeing more than $8 billion of assets on behalf of self-managed super funds, Steven knows a thing or two about the cruciality of a diversified portfolio, one that taps into the benefits of commercial property in particular.

Steven gives his thoughts on industrial property and why it will remain highly desirable, as well as dispelling the common “death-of-the-office” myth.

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He also explains the differences and similarities of investing in unlisted direct property versus listed property securities funds, and why advisers may want to choose an actively managed property securities fund over an index fund.

Moreover, Steven reveals the sectors Charter Hall is currently looking at for diversified portfolios.

Listen to the full episode below.

 

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