Global Definitions Database

The Global Definitions Database (GDD) is the leading global source of definitions for the non‐listed real estate sector.
Global definitions are an important step towards producing global standards and aligning the INREV Guidelines with the NCREIF PREA Reporting Standards. The GDD provides a common glossary of non-listed real estate terms. Many terms have been agreed to globally, while others are specific to Asian, European and North American standards, guidelines and data products. This has been indicated in the source.
A common set of terms is a critical component of the global standardisation initiative and our interactive online tool makes them easily accessible. This provides the industry with one unique depository of definitions that will help increase transparency and align the industry globally.
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Net Initial Yield (NIY)
The passing rent or net operating income divided by the gross property value including notional acquisition costs.
Net equivalent yield
A time-weighted average of the net initial yield and reversionary yield, representing the return a property will produce based upon the timing of the ...
Attachment Point LTV
The LTV point at which the Senior loan ends and Junior loan starts, for example 55% LTV would typically be the detachment point of a senior loan and t...
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Total returned capital recalled
Represents a portion of inception-to-date investment proceeds paid back to investors and subsequently reutilised via a Capital call notice.
Total return of capital
Represents inception-to-date Return of capital.
Return of capital
The Distributions paid to an investor until they receive all of their Capital contributions, in accordance with the Vehicle documentation.