The underlying elements of the residential market, and in particular the London residential market, point towards another period of sustained growth over the mid to long term as the global economic situation gradually improves. The Fund aims to take advantage of this growth.

The Urban Share Opportunity Fund LP (USOF) allows investors to take access this great opportunity. The fund will deliver returns through acquiring, holding and disposing of residential property, within a conservatively geared and well-managed investment vehicle.

Through the shrewd purchasing of residential assets, future capital growth and interim rental income there is huge potential for real gains to be made.

We have found that investors are attracted to USOF because:

• London: As one of the world's leading capitals London continues to attract young workers and students from around the UK and the world.
• High yield: Our ability to source below market value properties along with rental growth and increasing demand for rental property results in high yield.
• Rental projections: As a result of growing population and the inflow of both young workers and students demand for rental accommodation has never been higher. Couple with a shortage of supply has led to a surge in rental projections.
• Hassle free: Allows passive access to residential property asset class without the hassle of management.
• Make a difference: Quality and affordable accommodation for young students and young professionals is in short supply in central London. We provide a secure and reliable way to find great accommodation while avoiding the risks of private landlords.

The Urban Share Opportunity Fund is operated by FSA-authorised Real Estate Associates Limited, a company formed in 2002 by Ian Dowson and Alan Bate, the former directors of Royal & Sun Alliance Property Investments Ltd. It is structured as an English Limited Partnership open to sophisticated private investors and investment professionals with a minimum subscription of £25,000 per investor, some of whom are using the scheme to invest in residential property through their SIPPs and SSASs.