AREF Newsletter - May 2025
This month’s newsletter includes details of the sponsor for our flagship FutureGen Conference 2025, along with updates on forthcoming events and new guidance launches.
Read on for the latest news, updates and opportunities to get involved.
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Annual Dinner & Awards - all tables sold out!
Bookings for the AREF Annual Dinner & Awards 2025 are now closed, with all table bookings taken. Proudly sponsored by JTC, this prestigious event will take place on Thursday 25th September at Raffles Hotel, London, offering an evening of celebration, networking, and industry recognition. Thank you to everyone who booked a table!
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Mills & Reeve sponsor our flagship FutureGen Conference
We’re pleased to announce Mills & Reeve as the official sponsor of this year’s AREF FutureGen Conference. As a leading UK law firm advising across the real estate investment lifecycle, their collaborative approach and sector expertise make them a strong partner. AREF is proud to work with Mills & Reeve to support the next generation of talent in our industry. Tickets out later this week!
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AIFM Regime Consultations – Share Your Feedback
HM Treasury and the FCA are consulting on changes to the AIFM Regime. AREF held an Open Call for Members in May and has prepared model responses focused on real estate and welcomes member feedback.
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AREF Members' Summer Drinks Reception
Calling all AREF Members! Join us on Tuesday 10th June 2025 at The Listing in London for an evening of networking, champagne, cocktails, and delicious canapés, all while connecting with industry peers in a relaxed, sociable setting. Proudly sponsored by S&W.
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Award Submissions for 2025 open!
Submissions are now open for the Outstanding Fund Achievement and the AREF Research Award. We invite all members to put forward entries showcasing excellence and innovation in our industry. The deadline for submissions is Friday 27 June 2025. Click the button to read full details, including criteria, judging panel, terms and conditions, and past winners on our Awards page.
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New AREF Guidance Documents Now Available
We are delighted to relaunch the first two guidance documents: End of Vehicle Life and Open End Vehicle Pricing. We would also like to highlight the Fund Structures Overview that now includes reference to the Reserved Investor Fund (RIF).
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Public Policy Activity
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AREF is busy engaging with regulators and government to ensure they hear the voice of the real estate industry when determining policy. We always welcome members participation; particularly to consultation response.
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Follow us on LinkedIn
We would encourage all members to follow us on LinkedIn. Please 'like' and 'share' our posts to help spread news of the good work AREF is doing.
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AREF Guidance
Did you know? Our website offers a fabulous range of guidance available to AREF members. From best practice recommendations to insightful resources, our member hub is a treasure trove of support—do explore it and make the most of what’s on offer!
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We can share your Articles and White Papers
We welcome any interesting articles, research, or white papers from our members and would be glad to share them across our channels.
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AREF's History
Read about the history of AREF from its launch in the 1970s as The Association of Property Unit Trusts to what it is today, written by our very own Rachel Portlock, AREF's Head of Research.
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AREF in the Press!
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Read press articles from this month, featuring AREF
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Missed an AREF event?
You can catch up with our events by reading the write-up, watching the recording or listening to the podcasts for all our events held this year.
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AREF Committee Updates
Did you know you can read all about what the AREF Committees have been working on recently?
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Industry Initiatives
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Training & Events from Diversity Talks Real Estate (DTRE)
DTRE is offering 10% member discount to AREF members on their upcoming training courses using promo code PARTNERTEN.
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Know someone who would benefit from FutureGen?
Encourage colleagues to join the network to receive updates on upcoming events and initiatives. We currently have over 700 FutureGen members.
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Committee Vacancies
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We actively encourage all members to get involved with the association. Click to view the current vacancies on AREF committees.
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The Association of Real Estate Funds (AREF) is the body that represents the interests of its fund managers, those firms that advise and support them and the end-investors. For further information, please visit our website.
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