Real Estate Investment Funds (SCPI): A Proven Success for Wealth Management

Real estate investment funds (SCPI) continue to attract discerning investors seeking stable returns and diversified property exposure.
By investing in commercial real estate assets such as offices, retail spaces, and logistics buildings, SCPI provide steady income and long-term capital preservation, all without the management burdens of direct property ownership.

Record Performance for SCPI Real Estate Investments

The enthusiasm for French SCPI (Sociétés Civiles de Placement Immobilier) shows no signs of slowing down.
In the first half of 2017 alone, total subscriptions reached €3.8 billion, representing a 56% increase year-on-year — a historic high.

The total capitalization of SCPI reached €47.7 billion by mid-2017, marking a 17.5% annual growth.
This remarkable success reflects both investor confidence and the attractiveness of real estate yields in a low-interest-rate environment.

Thanks to historically low borrowing costs, investors can also benefit from a powerful leverage effect, financing part of their investment to maximize returns.

A Reliable Income Stream and Retirement Solution

The primary reason behind SCPI’s ongoing popularity lies in the consistency of their returns.
These real estate investment vehicles acquire, manage, and lease a portfolio of commercial assets, redistributing rental income to shareholders.

In 2017, SCPI delivered an average yield of 4.65%, according to the EDHEC–IEIF French Commercial Real Estate Index — significantly outperforming traditional savings products.
Because all property management and tenant administration are handled by the management company, investors enjoy a hands-off source of passive income, ideal for retirement preparation.

Access to High-Yield Real Estate Markets

Investing in real estate investment funds (SCPI) allows individuals to access commercial and professional assets — such as office buildings, logistics warehouses, and retail properties — typically out of reach for direct investors.

With entry tickets starting at just a few hundred euros, SCPI offer a highly accessible yet profitable investment solution.
Commercial real estate historically delivers higher yields than residential properties, making SCPI particularly appealing in a low-rate environment.

Diversification and Risk Mitigation

One of the major advantages of SCPI lies in diversification.
Each fund invests across dozens of properties, varying by location, sector, and tenant profile, effectively spreading and reducing risk.

Many SCPI now include international assets, especially in Germany, the Netherlands, and Italy, providing exposure to stable European economies and further portfolio resilience.

Vaneau Patrimoine – Expert Advisors in SCPI Investments

With over 50 years of expertise in luxury and investment real estate, Vaneau Patrimoine assists investors in selecting and structuring the best-performing SCPI investment solutions tailored to their financial and tax objectives.

Our advisors provide bespoke support covering:

Strategic selection of top-tier real estate investment funds,
Tax and estate optimization strategies,
Financing solutions to enhance yield through leverage.

Tel: +33 (0)1 48 00 88 75
📧 contact@vaneau.fr

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