Investing with FMT

Am I a Wholesale or Retail Investor?

Our recently launched First Mortage Trust (FMT) Wholesale Fund is available to wholesale investors only. We have provided information on who qualifies as a wholesale investor below.
If you do not qualify as a wholesale investor, you are considered a retail investor. The FMT Group Investment Fund and First Mortgage PIE Trust are both retail investment offerings, available to retail investors.

To Qualify as a Wholesale Investor for the FMT Wholesale Fund

You must meet the criteria set out in clause 3(2) or 3(3)(a) of Schedule 1 of the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013.

Broadly speaking wholesale investors have fewer protections because they are presumed to have the capability to assess the risks and merits of an investment without needing as much regulatory oversight.

Retail investors have more protections; financial products offered to them must meet stricter disclosure and conduct requirements which are designed to help investors make an informed decision.

Advantages For

Retail Investors

Investing in the FMT GIF or PIE Trust:

  • $500 minimum investment
  • Flexibility, no fixed term
  • Consistent return
Advantages For

Wholesale Investors

Investing in the FMT Wholesale Fund:

  • $500,000 minimum investment
  • Two-year minimum term
  • Bonus return, depending on amount invested
Wholesale Investors

Who Qualifies?

Wondering if you qualify as a wholesale investor for the purposes of the FMT Wholesale Fund?

Please use this flow chart to help inform your decision.

Are You a Wholesale Investor Flow Chart
Wholesale Investors

Who Qualifies?

You may also qualify if you have experience acquiring or disposing of financial products that enables you to adequately assess the offer.

This means you would need to provide an Eligible Investor Certificate as well as a written confirmation from a third-party professional to certify that you understand the consequences of the certification. 

This professional could be a financial adviser, a qualified statutory accountant or a lawyer. 

If you believe you qualify under this exemption, please consult a professional to ensure you understand the implications of investing in the FMT Wholesale Fund before applying.

Want to Express Your Interest?

Initially we're only inviting existing FMT investors (who qualify as wholesale investors) to apply for the FMT Wholesale Fund.

If you'd like to express your interest in applying, please do so by clicking the button below and we'll contact you with more information. An expression of interest does not commit you to invest.

Express Your Interest

No PDS is required to be made available for the FMT Wholesale Fund, however an Investment Memorandum is available on expression of interest.

Disclaimer: This information is of a general nature and is not financial advice. We strongly recommend that you talk to your financial adviser to determine if investing in the FMT Wholesale Fund is right for you. We do not provide financial advice.

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