hBits, a leading fractional commercial real estate investment platform, has secured a SEBI licence to launch its SM-REIT (Small and Medium Real Estate Investment Trust) IPO, aiming to raise up to Rs 500 crore. This move is set to revolutionize the real estate investment landscape, making it more accessible to retail investors.
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An SM-REIT (Small and Medium Real Estate Investment Trust) is a type of investment vehicle that allows investors to pool their funds to invest in real estate properties. It is designed to provide retail investors with a stable and predictable income stream through dividends from rental income.
hBits is launching the SM-REIT IPO to raise up to Rs 500 crore, which will be used to acquire new properties, enhance its technology platform, and improve customer service. This move aims to democratize real estate investment and provide retail investors with access to high-quality commercial properties.
Investing in an SM-REIT offers several benefits, including a stable and predictable income stream through rental income, diversification of investment portfolio, and the ability to invest in high-quality real estate assets with smaller capital.
Retail investors, as well as institutional investors, can invest in hBits' SM-REIT IPO. The platform is designed to make real estate investment accessible to a wide range of investors, including those with limited capital.
The proceeds from the SM-REIT IPO will be used to acquire new properties, enhance the technology platform, and improve customer service. hBits is also exploring partnerships to further expand its reach and offerings.
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