Real Expertise: Why the residential sector continues to be a priority for Qualitas

The acute need for housing continues to support returns for real estate private credit, particularly in the residential sector. Watch our latest Real Expertise video with Mark Power to better […]

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VIDEO INSIGHTS: Real Estate Private Credit Update

    In a higher-for-longer interest rate environment a consistent, disciplined investment approach is crucial to achieving attractive risk-adjusted returns for investors. Mark Power provides an update on how our […]

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Real Expertise: Improving availability and affordability of housing in Australia

In the current elevated interest rate environment, real estate private credit continues to perform well for investors in the asset class. On the downside, this environment can thwart supply and […]

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FEATURED IN: The Rules of Investing Podcast

  Australian house prices have soared 17x since 1981. Where will they go in 2025?   Andrew Schwartz joined Hans Lee on the latest episode of Livewire’s The Rules of […]

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Real Expertise: Managing risk across multiple cycles

  Our robust risk management framework has been built over 16 years. Our Head of Total Return Credit, Gil Norwood, explains how our process has allowed us to consistently deliver […]

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INSIGHTS: Before we over-regulate private credit, let’s understand it

Written by Andrew Schwartz, Group Managing Director, Co-Founder and CIO of Qualitas.   In the lively discussion about the role of private credit in the Australian economy, all arguments eventually […]

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Real Expertise: The strength of relationships

It’s no secret the construction industry over the last two years has seen elevated insolvencies. In this environment, our people, their strong relationships and connectivity to what’s happening in the […]

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INSIGHTS: The capital stack unpacked

The growth of private credit as an asset class has given rise to the need for investors to take the time to understand the different risk-return profiles – it’s time […]

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FEATURED IN: ausbiz interview – Quality FUM growth for Qualitas

  Following our results briefing today, Andrew Schwartz, our Group Managing Director spoke with ausbiz about the company’s FY24 results, with record growth in capital raising and deployment delivered in […]

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VIDEO INSIGHTS: Real Estate Private Credit – Year in Review

  The past year for real estate private credit has been defined by a higher-for-longer interest rate environment which has resulted in increased demand from all investor types as they […]

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INSIGHTS: The Need for Sustainable Residential Buildings

Recently we hosted a roundtable lunch with industry experts in ESG, sustainability and investment management and one theme was clear – as Australia’s population continues to grow, there’s a need […]

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FEATURED IN: The Astute Investor podcast

Andrew Schwartz, Group Managing Director and Co-Founder was a guest on the latest episode of LGT Crestone’s The Astute Investor podcast, where he shared his insights from four decades of […]

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NEWS: Qualitas Private Income Credit Fund now available on Mason Stevens and Netwealth

  We’re pleased to advise that the Qualitas Private Income Credit Fund is now available on two of Australia’s leading wealth management platforms: Mason Stevens and Netwealth. The Qualitas Private […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire – From GFC to almost $9 billion: How Qualitas is helping shape real estate investment

Andrew Schwartz, our Group Managing Director and Co-Founder has experienced multiple cycles over 40 years of working in the property industry and 16 years at Qualitas. Watch a recent Views […]

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NEWS: ASX:QRI $36.9m raised in Wholesale Placement

  We’re thrilled to announce $36.9m was raised in the recent Wholesale Placement for the Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX:QRI). Our Head of Income Credit, Mark Power said: “The […]

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NEWS: Qualitas builds its defensive and inflation resilient strategy

At Qualitas, we are focused on finding deep relative value through market cycles, including building a defensive inflation responsive portfolio which seeks to provide income to investors through our Equity […]

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VIDEO INSIGHTS: Real estate private credit update

In a recent update, our Head of Income Credit, Mark Power provides an overview of how our real estate private credit strategies are performing and explains our ongoing conviction in […]

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VIDEO INSIGHTS: Competition in the real estate private credit market

  Competition is tightening in the real estate private credit market with respect to the major banks and other private credit lenders. Discover how Qualitas is staying competitive amidst this […]

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SPEAKING AT: Portfolio Construction Forum Markets Summit 2024 on the acute need for housing

At the Portfolio Construction Forum Markets Summit 2024, our Head of Income Credit, Mark Power discussed the massive disconnect between demand and supply in Australia’s housing market. With residential vacancy […]

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FEATURED IN: InvestorDaily Uncut podcast

In the latest episode of the InvestorDaily Uncut podcast, our Head of Income Credit, Mark Power joins host Maja Garaca Djurdjevic to discuss real estate private credit, covering the market fundamentals, regulatory changes post […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire – Why does Australia have a chronic need for housing?

  Real estate private credit is a specialised asset class that requires a specialist investment manager with deep expertise and a core focus on risk management. It’s historically exclusively been […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire – Why this investment space challenges the risk-return equation

  Mark Power, our Head of Income Credit in an interview with Livewire Markets delved into aspects of real estate private credit that he believes the market hasn’t yet fully […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire – This Australian investment space is surging – and global investors have taken note

Our Head of Income Credit, Mark Power, recently sat down with Sara Allen from Livewire Markets to discuss the allure of the Australian real estate private credit market for global investors and something we are […]

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NEWS: Qualitas awarded Firm of the Year: Australia in 2023 PERE Awards

We’re thrilled to be recognised as Firm of the Year: Australia in the 2023 PERE Awards, the only awards dedicated to the global private real estate industry. We would like […]

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ASX ANNOUNCEMENT: Qualitas releases 1H24 financial results

QUALITAS DELIVERS STRONG INTERIM RESULTS AND IS WELL-POSITIONED FOR FUTURE GROWTH   Qualitas Limited (ASX: QAL) (Qualitas, or Company), a leading Australian alternative real estate investment manager, is pleased to […]

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FEATURED IN: The Australian – Now’s the time to get your house in order

By Andrew Schwartz, Group Managing Director, Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer at Qualitas Limited For property investors, the best time to sell is right at the peak. That’s a feat […]

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VIDEO INSIGHTS: Celebrating 5 Years of QRI

We’re thrilled to celebrate the 5-year anniversary of the Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX:QRI), our flagship listed commercial real estate (CRE) private credit fund! CRE private credit is a […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire: Are we at the start of the next property cycle?

  We’re heavily invested in residential commercial real estate across all our funds and for a very good reason. We’re experiencing a market dynamic characterised by low residential vacancies and […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire – Qualitas sees green shoots in construction financing after pandemic challenge

Our Group Managing Director and Co-Founder, Andrew Schwartz recently sat down with Livewire as part of their Expert Insights series to discuss the outlook on construction financing and how the sector could be […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire – Why a shortage of debt capital means massive opportunity for investors

The demand for capital for commercial real estate is outpacing the supply into the sector, making it difficult for traditional financiers to keep up. In times such as these, experienced […]

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VIDEO INSIGHTS: ASX:QRI Quarterly Update – September 2023

  We are pleased to present the Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX:QRI) September 2023 Quarterly Update with our Head of Income Credit, Mark Power. Watch the video for an […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire – The asset class ready to ride Australia’s burgeoning population

Looking for an alternative to shares and traditional fixed income and direct property investments? Diversify your portfolio and meet more of your goals by investing in the growing opportunities of […]

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VIDEO INSIGHTS: CRE private credit investors and borrowers in focus

Our Head of Income Credit, Mark Power recently sat down with our Global Head of Corporate Development, Kathleen Yeung to discuss the impact of interest rates and inflation for commercial […]

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NEWS: QRI enters ASX300 & ASX300 A-REIT indices

We are pleased to advise that S&P Dow Jones Indices have announced that the Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX:QRI) will enter the ASX300 and ASX300 A-REIT indices effective on […]

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VIDEO INSIGHTS: Opportunistic credit investing

We are observing a number of macroeconomic and structural factors impacting the Australian commercial real estate sector and believe tactical credit opportunities will present a more attractive risk and return […]

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ASX ANNOUNCEMENT: Qualitas secures additional A$750m private credit commitment

  Key Highlights Qualitas secures additional A$750 million commitment from an institutional investor for the existing Qualitas Construction Debt Fund II (Fund) bringing total committed funds under management (FUM)1 to […]

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VIDEO INSIGHTS: CRE Private Credit Market Update

In our latest Commercial Real Estate (CRE) Private Credit Market Update, Mark Power, Head of Income Credit discusses the impact of higher rates and heightened volatility on the market, the […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire – The housing supply and demand imbalance… and how to play it

As part of Livewire’s Income Series, Mark Power, our Head of Income Credit sat down with Christopher Conway to discuss the current commercial real estate (CRE) supply/demand imbalance, the CRE […]

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VIDEO INSIGHTS: What is QRI?

The democratisation of real estate private credit has provided access to smart investments made simple. Discover how you can access this once illiquid asset class on the QRI website.   […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire – The property investor turning macro headwinds into tailwinds

Our Head of Income Credit, Mark Power was recently featured in a Livewire Fund Manager Q&A which covered the appeal of private credit, why borrowers choose alternative financiers over traditional […]

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FEATURED IN: SIAA Monthly Newsletter – Commercial Real Estate Credit: an overlooked investment solution?

Our Head of Income Credit, Mark Power recently featured in an article in the Stockbrokers and Investment Advisers Association (SIAA)’s monthly newsletter focussing on the fundamentals of commercial real estate (CRE) […]

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ASX ANNOUNCEMENT: Qualitas announces A$1 billion credit mandate with global institutional investor

Qualitas Limited (ASX: QAL) (Qualitas or Company), a leading Australian alternative real estate investment manager, has entered into a mandate with a global institutional investor that provides for up to […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire – This asset class is growing fast and Qualitas has your entry ticket

Andrew Schwartz in part three of a recent Expert Insights interview with Livewire Markets, reflects upon the listing of the Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX:QRI) in 2018 and why […]

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FEATURED IN: IREI Podcast – The benefits of accessing private credit opportunities in Australia

Acting Head of Income Credit Funds, Mark Power, joins Institutional Real Estate, Inc. (IREI) in their podcast series to discuss the benefits of real estate private credit in Australia, particularly […]

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INSIGHTS: Three commercial real estate credit facts worth knowing now

  Commercial real estate (CRE) credit has a range of unique characteristics that can help investors reap the multifaceted benefits of capital security, regular income and portfolio diversification, just to […]

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FEATURED IN: Bell Potter recognises the strength of CRE debt in current market

Bell Potter has released their latest Listed Investment Companies Weekly Report which highlights increasing institutional investment into commercial real estate (CRE) debt and the impact of rising interest rates on […]

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FEATURED IN: The asset class with first dibs on rising rates

In a recent Livewire interview, Andrew Schwartz, Group Managing Director and Co-Founder of Qualitas discusses how commercial real estate private credit may have the potential to provide shelter amid rising […]

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ASX ANNOUNCEMENT: ASX:QRI Quarterly Update – June 2022

The Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX:QRI) June 2022 quarterly update is now available. You can view this latest update in the ASX announcement. WATCH  PRESENTATION   |   Highlights […]

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ASX ANNOUNCEMENT: Qualitas secures A$700 million mandate and grants options to ADIA

Key points Qualitas secures commitments from a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) for a mandate to invest A$700 million on behalf of a new fully […]

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ASX ANNOUNCEMENT: ASX:QRI Quarterly Update – March 2022

The Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX:QRI) March 2022 quarterly update is now available. You can view this latest update in the ASX announcement. In this quarterly update, Andrew Schwartz […]

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INSIGHTS: CRE debt continues to perform during periods of rising rates

With our long period of near-zero interest rates seemingly at an end, every investor’s attention turns to the balance of their portfolio. Conventional wisdom is that now is the time […]

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ASX ANNOUNCEMENT: ASX:QRI Quarterly Update – December 2021

The Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX:QRI) December 2021 quarterly  update is now available. You can view this latest update in the ASX announcement. In this quarterly update, Mark Fischer (Co-Founder […]

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MEDIA RELEASE: Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX:QRI) Entitlement Offer raises $171.6 million

We are pleased to announce that QRI’s Entitlement Offer and Shortfall Offer has now closed and raised $171.6m of new capital bringing QRI to c$600m – making it the 4th […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire Fund in Focus – A reliable income opportunity whose time has come

Nick Bullick, Portfolio Manager for the Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (QRI) was recently featured in a Livewire ‘Fund in Focus’ video. Watch the video to hear Nick discuss the […]

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FEATURED IN: The Inside Adviser – Resilience when it counts

COVID-19 has presented sudden and unexpected challenges for most asset classes. One of the lesser mentioned defensive assets is commercial real estate (CRE) debt. CRE debt has proven it’s strength […]

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INSIGHTS: Can you invest in property without investing in property?

Buying property isn’t the only way to gain exposure. In fact, real estate debt can provide strong returns and capital preservation for investors, regardless of property price movements. There’s no […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire Interview – A new way to invest in sustainability

In the second video from Livewire, Qualitas Group Managing Director, Andrew Schwartz walks through the Qualitas investment process and outlines why private debt is a good place for ESG conscious […]

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ASX ANNOUCEMENT: ASX:QRI Market and Portfolio Update – June 2021

We are pleased to present the Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX:QRI) quarterly update for June 2021 to investors. You can view this latest update in the ASX Announcement. Nick […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire Interview – Taking a macro perspective on property

This is the first of two videos with Livewire featuring Qualitas Group Managing Director, Andrew Schwartz. Watch the video to hear Andrew share his strategy in the property market with […]

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ASX ANNOUCEMENT: QRI Market and Portfolio Update – March 2021

The Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX:QRI) March 2021 quarterly  update is now available. You can view this latest update in the ASX Announcement. Mark Fischer (Global Head of Real […]

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ASX ANNOUCEMENT: QRI Capital Raising – Successful completion of $54m placement

We are very pleased to announce the successful completion of a $54m private placement for our listed credit fund, the Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX: QRI). The raise had […]

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ASX ANNOUCEMENT: QRI Market and Portfolio Update – December 2020

We are pleased to present the Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX:QRI) quarterly update for December 2020 to investors. You can view this latest update in the ASX Announcement. Hear […]

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QRI Market and Portfolio Update – September quarter 2020

The Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX:QRI) September 2020 quarter portfolio update is now available. You can view this latest update in the ASX Announcement. Hear from our Group Managing […]

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BondAdviser and IIR continues to recommend QRI

Qualitas is pleased to announce that the Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX: QRI) has recently completed the 2020 rating review for BondAdviser and Independent Investment Research (IIR). This follows […]

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MEDIA RELEASE: Qualitas injects $150m into Tim Gurner’s expansion plans

Luxury property developer GURNER™ continues to defy the property market, announcing a strategic agreement with Qualitas for an equity allocation of up to $150m as the developer confirms it is […]

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Livewire interview – Keeping your investment strategy in check

See Andrew Schwartz discuss 3 exit strategies he considers when issuing a loan, the influences of COVID-19, and why borrowers are more discerning about lenders. The full article can be […]

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Qualitas affirms its public commitment to sustainability

Qualitas has continued to pursue its sustainability initiatives despite the current global pandemic, becoming a member of the Investor Group on Climate Change (IGCC) this month. The firm’s new IGCC […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire interview – What makes a good property these days?

Watch this Qualitas Livewire interview, in which Andrew Schwartz talks about why investors should shift their thinking around what makes a good property. The full article can be viewed here. […]

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FEATURED IN: Livewire interview – The state of play in commercial real estate

This is the first of a series of 3 videos from Livewire where Andrew will be discussing what makes a good property, how to keep your investment strategy in check […]

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QRI June 2020 quarter portfolio and target return update

Wednesday 22nd July 2020     The Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX:QRI) June 2020 quarter portfolio update is now available, including a change to QRI’s target return. It is […]

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Looking beyond share market volatility

When unit prices don’t reflect reality   The longest bull market in history came to an end in March of this year, with COVID-related angst pushing share markets around the […]

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Commercial Real Estate Debt: Bridging the Income Gap

Andrew Schwartz, Managing Director & Co-Founder of Qualitas Group, discusses how the Commercial Real Estate Debt asset class offers compelling benefits for investors seeking income, especially in times of dividend […]

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Liquidity remains and the cycle is turning: what’s next for Real Estate in the face of COVID-19?

By Andrew Schwartz, Group Managing Director & Founder, Qualitas   As the first tentative signs of an easing of COVID-19 restrictions occur, it’s timely to look ahead and see how […]

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How to achieve diversification in uncertain times

As the world grapples with the threat of the Coronavirus, financial markets have experienced significant volatility in recent weeks. Against this background, it’s timely to revisit the features of Commercial […]

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Why own when you can loan? An introduction to QRI

With interest rates at record lows, many investors are looking at new ways to generate income. Listed equities and real estate trusts are already popular, however, debt-based real estate investments […]

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What is the capital stack, and why does it matter for your investments?

When considering investments, returns are one factor but another is risk. What is the prospect of losing money if things don’t go to plan? This is one reason why investors […]

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Qualitas’ first ASX-listed investment trust hits the boards

Qualitas debuted its first listed investment trust on the ASX today, with the Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund listing under the ticker code QRI. The trust aims to provide investors […]

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Qualitas raises over $230m, closes real estate debt fund IPO

Media Release, Thursday 15 November, 2018: The Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (QRI) raised more than $230 million, with the general offer closing at 5.00pm (AEDT) on Tuesday. The trust […]

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The Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund: video interview part 2

Andrew Schwartz, Group Managing Director at Qualitas, speaks to Professional Planner’s George Dagas about the Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund. Click here >

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Emerging opportunities in CRE debt: video interview part 1

Andrew Schwartz, Group Managing Director at Qualitas, speaks to Professional Planner’s George Dagas about the emerging opportunities in the Australian commercial real estate (CRE) debt market. Click here >

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Farrelly Asset Backed Securities Feature

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Qualitas launches listed commercial real estate debt fund targeting 8% p.a. monthly income

Media Release, Sydney, 16 October 2018: Real estate investment manager Qualitas has announced the launch of a listed investment trust (Trust) that aims to provide investors with a target return […]

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An emerging asset class: what’s driving the rise of alternative lenders?

Australia is witnessing a fundamental shift in the commercial real estate lending landscape in Australia, creating new opportunities for investors. As banks retreat from the property sector, alternative capital providers […]

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Can you make money from real estate without buying it?

Buying property isn’t the only way to gain exposure. In fact, real estate debt can provide strong returns and capital preservation for investors, regardless of property price movements. There’s no […]

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Qualitas: fast-growing lender (IPE Real Assets Article)

Australian lender Qualitas Property Partners is helping overseas investors to diversify into the Australian markets In the past 12 months, as more global firms seek to establish a foothold in […]

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Non-bank lenders grab an opportunity as banks scale back loans

Qualitas was featured in an article written by Richard Gluyas at The Australian focusing on the regulatory-driven transformation of the property development market. The article focused on the recent news […]

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New $500m construction finance fund open for business, says Qualitas

Qualitas has raised $500 million of institutional capital, closing the first fund of a multi-billion construction finance programme. The fund furthers Qualitas’ rapidly expanding real estate debt strategy, providing a […]

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