Membership

Join AREF: Shape the future of real estate investments

Are you ready to be part of the leading community of real estate investment professionals in the UK? AREF’s membership is a dynamic and diverse network, uniting over £50bn in assets across more than a hundred Funds, Affiliate and Associate members, plus hundreds of Investors. By joining, you’ll be part of a progressive platform that champions governance, transparency, and collaboration on the key issues facing our industry.

Why AREF?

Collaborate. Innovate. Lead.

At AREF, we provide an inclusive community where members can come together to tackle key industry challenges and unlock opportunities for growth. Your voice matters - whether you’re contributing to thought leadership, influencing policy through our committees, or sharing insights at our events.
 
With access to industry data, market insights, and exclusive networking, AREF membership gives you the resources and the platform to thrive in an evolving landscape. Our members drive change, push for higher standards, and shape the future of real estate investment.

Unlock the Power of Membership

A Platform for Influence

• Join our Committees and Working Groups to engage in high-level industry discussions.
• Shape the policy agenda through our policy & lobbying efforts and thought leadership initiatives.
• Access exclusive opportunities to collaborate on research, white papers, and events, such as webinars and in-person gatherings.

Build Connections, Drive Change

Network with key industry figures at AREF events—free for members.

• Gain visibility through our Member Directory, and connect directly with key stakeholders.
• Promote your expertise across AREF’s extensive and growing social media channels and industry network.

Stay Ahead with Data and Insights

• Participate in AREF’s benchmarking tools, including the MSCI/AREF UK Property Fund Index and Property Fund Vision.
• Access essential market data and research papers to stay at the forefront of industry trends.
• Share insights and benefit from AREF’s growing influence as the gold standard in governance and transparency for UK unlisted property investment vehicles.

Get involved. Together we can make a difference.

By joining AREF, you’re not just gaining membership - you’re becoming part of a movement to shape the future of real estate investment. We welcome professionals from across the sector, whether you're a fund manager, advisor, investor, or a specialist in the real estate field.

Explore Membership Categories

We offer four membership categories, each tailored to different needs and stages in the real estate investment lifecycle. Click below to learn more and join a community committed to making a difference.