Alternative real estate sectors are receiving increased attention from institutional investors. In a Q&A published in the January issue of Institutional Real Estate Americas, Christopher Merrill, Harrison Street’s co-founder, chairman and CEO, discusses the origins of the firm’s alternative real estate strategy, current market dynamics and prospects for the future. “At Harrison Street, we have long championed the idea that alternative real estate is underpinned by core fundamentals — namely its resilient demand that supports durable income and minimizes volatility,” says Merrill. “We were the first to launch a core diversified strategy exclusively investing in alternative real estate, and nearly 13 years later, our core investments across 400 properties continue to validate our thesis.” To access a pdf of the Sponsored Section, click here.
