Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Voice in Australian Unlisted Property Funds
The Australian Direct Property Investment Association (PFA) serves as the peak body for the Australian unlisted property funds sector. Established in 1998, we advocate for industry growth, foster professional connections, and deliver research and education to support sustainable outcomes. Our focus on advocacy ensures members' interests are represented to regulatory bodies like ASIC and Treasury. Through strategic initiatives, we empower members with resources to attract domestic and international investment. Our work promotes best practices in governance and legislation, enhancing the sector's role in the economy.We facilitate networking opportunities and events to strengthen industry collaboration. By addressing cash flow challenges and regulatory reforms, we support long-term value creation in commercial real estate. Our member benefits include access to exclusive research, advocacy representation, and professional development. We maintain transparency in operations while prioritising member-centric solutions. Our team combines sector-specific expertise with decades of experience in property fund management.
Services
Industry Advocacy
Sector Research
Professional Education
Networking Events
Member Directory
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We represent members' interests to ASIC and Treasury
- Our advocacy drives regulatory reforms for property funds
- We provide exclusive sector research and education resources
- Our network connects 200+ property fund professionals
- We've shaped industry standards since 1998
Services
Industry Advocacy
We advocate for unlisted property funds sector interests to regulatory bodies and government agencies. Our team engages with ASIC and Treasury to shape legislation affecting property investments. Through submissions and policy discussions, we work to create favourable operating environments for members while maintaining industry standards.
Sector Research
Our research division produces comprehensive reports on property fund performance and market trends. Members access exclusive data on investment returns and sector challenges. We conduct studies on issues like tax reforms and unrealised gains impacts, providing evidence-based insights to inform investment decisions and policy development.
Professional Education
We deliver educational programs covering property fund management and compliance requirements. Our masterclasses and workshops address current industry challenges like value optimisation and sustainability practices. Through partnerships with legal and financial experts, we provide practical knowledge to enhance professional capabilities across the sector.
Networking Events
We organise regular networking events across major Australian cities to foster professional relationships. Our calendar includes masterclasses, site visits, and themed networking evenings. These events create opportunities for knowledge sharing and collaboration between fund managers, advisors, and industry stakeholders.
Member Directory
Our member directory connects professionals across the unlisted property funds sector. Members gain visibility to potential partners and clients through our online platform. The directory includes fund managers, consultants, and service providers, facilitating business development opportunities within the industry.
Questions
What benefits do PFA memberships offer?
Members receive advocacy representation, exclusive research access, networking opportunities, and professional development resources.
How does PFA influence property fund regulations?
We submit policy recommendations to ASIC and Treasury, and participate in regulatory consultations affecting the sector.
Can non-Australian companies join PFA?
Our membership includes both domestic and international firms operating in the Australian property funds market.
What research resources are available?
Members access reports on fund performance, tax reforms, and market trends through our online knowledge hub.
How often are networking events held?
We organise regular events across major cities, including quarterly masterclasses and annual conferences.