Norwich reopens property funds

Norwich Union has reopened two of its commercial property funds, the Irish Property Fund and the UK Property Fund

Norwich Union has reopened two of its commercial property funds, the Irish Property Fund and the UK Property Fund. Both funds are part of a suite of products offered under Norwich Union's single-premium investment, the Portfolio Bond. The bond is a medium to long-term investment.

The fund charges a management fee of 1 per cent a year and an administration charge of 0.5 per cent per annum for the first five years. There is no bid/ offer spread and an administration charge rebate of 0.25 per cent is granted after the first five years. Exit charges will apply over the five-year period. The minimum investment is £5,000 and the bond is available through independent brokers.