Regulation & law · 11/10/2016Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

SEC Issues Guidance on Investment Company Act of 1940 for Real Estate Investment Trusts

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released a notice clarifying the application of the Investment Company Act of 1940 to real estate investment trusts (REITs), providing guidance on the regulatory requirements for these investment vehicles.

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