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Real Income Fund

Provide investors with an enhanced income stream through Australian secured credit

7.60
p.a.
Current Yield (net of fees)

 
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  • Regular income paid monthly
  • Australian secured credit
  • Investment manager with 8+ years track record in credit, delivering 100% on investment objectives
  • 0% losses within credit strategies and 0% drawdowns in NAV across all credit funds
  • Well diversified underlying mortgage portfolio with historical low arrears and experienced team managing the assets
  • Liquidity provided through access to a $4bn funding pool

* Past returns are not a reliable indicator of future performance. Target returns are not guaranteed nor is investment growth.

Why Invest in Real Income Fund?

Provide investors with a continuous and reliable monthly income stream with a target return of RBA cash rate + 4.0%, through exposure to Australian secured credit, targeting an average LVR of 65%. Capital protection is enhanced by a robust credit approval process and ongoing loan management. Comprehensive credit assessment processes and full independent valuations are in place to mitigate risk.

* Past returns are not a reliable indicator of future performance. Target returns are not guaranteed nor is investment growth. Like any investment of this type, there are risks associated with investing in the Fund. Refer to the PDS for information about the specific risks associated with the Fund.

Fund Information

FUND TYPERegistered, open-ended unit trust
TARGET RETURNRBA Cash Rate + 4% net of fees
(currently 7.60% p.a.*)
INVESTMENT AMOUNTMin. AUD 10,000
MANAGEMENT FEE AND COSTS0.58% p.a.
DISTRIBUTIONSMonthly
INVESTMENT MANAGERReal Asset Management Pty Ltd
TRUSTEEMelbourne Securities Corporation Limited ACN 160 326 545
CUSTODIANApex Fund Services Pty Ltd
AUDITORPKF
REGISTRYSS&C Solutions Pty Limited
APIR CODEMSC0761AU
PLATFORMMason Stevens, Netwealth, AMP North, Praemium
1 Month2 MONTHS3 MONTHS6 MONTHS1 YEARSINCE INCEPTIONSINCE INCEPTION (CUMULATIVE)INCEPTION DATE
REAL INCOME FUND0.63%1.27%1.91%3.98%3.92%8.46%16.46%JAN 24

Returns as of 30th November 2025 (assume reinvestment of all distributions)

* Past returns are not a reliable indicator of future performance. Target returns are not guaranteed nor is investment growth. Distribution rate net of management fees, which is a variable rate reviewed monthly. An investment in the Fund is not a bank deposit. The capital value and rates of return from the Fund are variable and not guaranteed and are determined by the future revenue of the Fund and may be lower than expected. Withdrawal rights are subject to liquidity and may be delayed or suspended. This document is for informational and illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment or other advice. This document does not constitute an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, any securities. It is open only to investors who are “wholesale clients” as defined in section 761G or 761GA of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) of Australia. The distribution of this document does not constitute any regulated activities by any personnel in the relevant jurisdiction where such distribution would be unlawful until the requirements of the laws of such jurisdiction have been met. All investments involve the potential for a loss of capital. Prospective investors should seek separate, independent financial and professional advice if required prior to making an investment to assess the suitability, lawfulness and risks involved. GENERAL ADVICE WARNING: The information contained herein does not have any regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation or the particular needs of any person. No representation or warranty, expressed or implied, is given by Real Asset Management Group or its affiliated companies or its respective directors, officers, representatives and/or employees (the “Parties”) as to the accuracy or completeness of the material, information or opinions contained in this presentation and the Parties shall have, and accept, no liability for any statements, opinions, information or matters (expressed or implied) arising out of, contained in or derived from this presentation or any omissions from this presentation, or any other written or oral communication transmitted or made available to any other party for distribution to the general public but for intended recipients only and may not be published, circulated, reproduced or distributed in whole or part to any other person without the written consent of Real Asset Management Group or its affiliated companies.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is securitised credit?

Securitised credit involves pooling various types of loans, such as residential mortgages, into a single tradable security, like residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS). This allows institutions to distribute risk while offering investors diversified exposure and a stable income stream from the underlying loan repayments.

How can securitised credit enhance an investor’s portfolio?

Securitised credit can enhance an investor’s portfolio by providing diversified exposure and a steady income stream. It performs well in a falling interest-rate environment and can complement traditional fixed income with its ability to maintain attractive yields.

Do all securitised credit investments carry the same level of risk?

No, the level of risk depends on the type of underlying loans and structure. Some loans, like property development or unsecured corporate debt, are less transparent and carry higher risks.

Additionally, securitised credit is structured into tranches—typically junior, mezzanine, and senior. Senior tranches generally carry the lowest risk of loss because they have the first claim to the cash flows from the underlying loans. Loans in the senior tranche typically hold credit ratings of AAA, AA, A, or BBB, while junior tranches are rated BB and B.

What are the advantages of Australian mortgage-backed securities (MBS)?

Australian MBS are backed by mortgages that adhere to strict lending standards, including income verification and full recourse. This gives lenders greater security by allowing them to pursue borrowers’ other assets if the collateral is insufficient to cover the outstanding loan.

The combination of transparency, regulatory oversight, and sound lending practices has resulted in no capital losses for investment-grade Australian MBS, making them a resilient and attractive asset class, particularly for institutional investors.

Why is diversification important?

Diversification in securitised credit is crucial as it helps manage liquidity, enhances income stability, and reduces overall risk. By holding a variety of loans across multiple regions, concentration risk is minimised, reducing the potential impact of any single borrower defaulting or an economic downturn in a specific area.

How does the Real Income Fund achieve diversification?

It achieves true diversification and monthly liquidity by investing in over 5,000 first-ranking mortgages across a broad range of borrowers and geographic locations. With an average loan size of approximately $492k and a weighted average LVR below 63%, no single mortgage represents more than 0.05% of the total portfolio, effectively minimising concentration risk.

This diversification is further supported by our unique end-to-end risk management process, robust borrower credit assessments, and comprehensive risk analysis, which have been independently validated by SQM Research with a “Superior” rating. Additionally, investors benefit from the confidence that some of the largest domestic and global banks, as well as some of the largest institutional investors in the world, have closely reviewed the Fund’s underlying books.

How does the Real Income Fund manage liquidity?

The Real Income Fund is part of a $3.5 billion funding platform spread across 7 institutional funding lines, including two of the Australian big 4 banks and three leading US investment banks. The manager targets a 33% weighting of “Loan Investments” which are residential mortgage loans origination and serviced by Brighten Home Loans, eligible to be sold to these funding lines with 2 – 5 business days notice. These assets are sold to the institutional funders in order to facilitate investor redemptions.

What is the difference between Class A1 and Class A2 of the Real Income Fund?

Class A1 may invest in Loan Investments (residential mortgage loans origination and serviced by Brighten Home Loans), Mortgage-Backed Securities and Other Asset-Backed Securities. Class A1 has a target return, net of fees, of the RBA Cash Rate + 4% p.a.

Class A2 may invest in Loan Investments (residential mortgage loans origination and serviced by Brighten Home Loans) and Mortgage-Backed Securities. Class A2 has a target return, net of fees, of the RBA Cash Rate + 3% p.a.

Industry Recognition

IMAP Managed Account Awards
(Winner: 2018-2021, Finalist: 2023-2025)

Financial Services
Council Member

Responsible Investment
Association Australasia Member

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