Everyday News

Regulator Aims to Safeguard Small Investors in Web-Based Real Estate Ownership Platforms

INDIA: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), the capital markets regulator, has taken a step towards protecting small investors by introducing a consultation paper to regulate web-based fractional ownership platforms (FOPs) that offer fractional ownership of real estate assets.

invest with imarat

Islamabad’s emerging city centre

Learn More

A paper was released on Friday which outlines a proposed framework that aims to enhance the real estate market, ensure investor protection, and promote orderly growth in this sector and the market.

Under Sebi’s Real Estate Investment Trusts rules, the plan is to categorize fractional ownership of real estate assets as Micro, Small and Medium REITs.

This move intends to enable individuals to invest in a portion of the real estate by splitting the acquisition cost among multiple investors.

These investors would purchase securities issued by a special purpose vehicle (SPV) established by an FOP.

The SPVs, in turn, acquire real estate assets. While some FOPs are managed by real estate agents or brokers during the property selection process, they subsequently function as property managers

 

Laila Waqar

Laila Waqar is the Content Lead at Graana.com. With a bachelor's degree from LUMS, her expertise lies in curating research-based content in line with market marketing requirements. She is a detailed-oriented professional who focuses on delivering quality content that is enlightening and engaging.

Recent Posts

Garha Mor: A Notable Landmark in Vehari City

Garha Mor, a notable landmark in Vehari, Punjab, Pakistan, is significant in its location, accessibility,…

1 day ago

Aslam Market Wah Cantt: Pleasure of Shopping & Dinning

Located in the center of Wah Cantt, Aslam Market is a vibrant commercial hub that…

2 days ago

Abid Market Lahore: An Iconic Shopping Landmark

Located in the bustling heart of Lahore, Abid Market is a landmark shopping area well…

3 days ago

CDA Chairman Urges Rapid Completion of Major Islamabad Interchanges

ISLAMABAD, Nov 16 (APP): The Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), Muhammad Ali Randhawa,…

3 days ago

IMARAT Announces Launch of Pakistan’s Largest Sharia-Compliant REIT – A New Era of Real Estate Investment

Islamabad, Pakistan— IMARAT Group, a leading real estate developer and innovator in Pakistan, announces the…

3 days ago

Amma Tower: A Landmark in Urban Living & Commerce

Amma Tower, located in the bustling area of Saddar in Karachi, is a unique blend…

4 days ago