Portland, OR Non-Traded REIT Fraud Attorneys
Representing Oregon Alternative Investment Investors In Recovering Their Losses
From our Portland securities law office, Shepherd Smith Edwards and Kantas (investorlawyers.com) represents Oregon non-traded real estate investment trust (non-traded REIT) loss investors in pursuing the damages they are owed by negligent or fraudulent financial advisers. Non-traded REITs are alternative investments and they are not suitable for everyone. Unfortunately, unsuitable investment recommendations is a common reason why investors end up losing money unnecessarily. Often high-risk, illiquid, and complex, non-traded REITs tend to pay broker-dealers high commissions and fees, which sometimes causes financial advisors to disregard clients’ best interests.
If you reside in Multnomah County, Clackamas County, Washington County, Lane County, Marion County, or anywhere else in the state of Oregon, contact us today to request your free, initial case consultation.
Why Are Non-Traded REITS So Risky For Oregon Investors?
These alternative investments are not available for trading on any stock exchange. Because they are not publicly traded, this makes it practically impossible to truly assess a non-traded REIT’s value or its track record. Highly illiquid, many of them cannot be resold for years. Upfront fees can go up as high as 10% and there may be external management fees, which also can lower investor returns.
Because non-traded REITs pool funds to purchase and run properties, this locks in investors’ money, and dividends may come from there rather than actual income generated by properties. This can place a limit on cash flow while lowering the value of shares. Not only that, but also, distributions or redemptions are not guaranteed and it is very important that both the investor and financial advisor understands the nature of this type of investment and the risks involved.
Non-traded REIT shares are normally sold through a financial advisor or brokerage firm. Like other real estate investment trusts, they usually invest in different kinds of real estate properties. Because they can be managed by outside third parties, there may be conflicts of interest that clash with the goals of investors.
How Can Our Portland, Oregon Non-Traded REIT Fraud Lawyers Help?
While the high dividend yields that can result from non-traded real estate investment trusts may make them seem attractive to many investors, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) cautions that their distribution payment model can involve using other sources, which may lower their value. Also, not all non-traded REITs end up doing well and some even fail. Not only that, but the published net asset value (NAV) price is often not the same as the market price. Non-traded REIT fraud happens more often than you think.
Shepherd Smith Edwards and Kantas can help you assess whether or not you have grounds for a Portland, OR non-traded REIT loss recovery claim against your broker-dealer. Over the decades, we have fought for investors in arbitration, mediation, and litigation. Thousands of our clients, including retail investors, retirees, accredited investors, elderly investors, institutional investors, and high-net-worth individual investors have recouped the damages they were owed from liable financial advisors. This is not the kind of legal claim that you should try to pursue on your own or without solid alternative investment fraud attorneys by your side.
We have represented investors regarding over 1000 matters. When you work with us, you will be hiring not just one non-traded REIT fraud lawyer, but our entire securities law firm will be on your case and advocating for you. We know how to conduct a thorough investigation into your investment losses, and we have the skills, knowledge, and experience to maximize your chance for a full financial recovery.
Most brokerage firms will try to deny or even block your claim. They may even try to blame you for your non-traded REIT losses. This is yet another reason why you need savvy alternative investment fraud attorneys representing you.
How To Contact Our Portland Non-Traded REIT Fraud Attorneys:
Call our Portland Non-Traded REIT Fraud Attorneys at (971) 285-3075 or (800) 259-9010
Our Oregon Securities Law Office:
621 SW Morrison St #1050-B
Portland, OR 97205