When we think of investing in real estate, the first thing that often comes to mind is ownership of residential and commercial properties. However, there are more practical and accessible alternatives ...

Sophisticated trust portfolios often benefit from direct exposure to active and passive investments made in venture capital (VC) and private equity. However, if a trustee isn't a lead sponsor of such ...

A trust indenture is a legal agreement between a bond issuer and a trustee, such as a bank, that outlines the terms of a bond issue. It details the issuer’s responsibilities, the rights of the ...

What Is a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)? A REIT is a company that owns, manages, or finances income-producing real estate. Like mutual funds, REITs pool money from many investors and are traded ...

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