Hamlin High Dividend Equity Fund Investor Class (HHDVX)

Overview

The described investment fund is focused on equity securities, encompassing a broad strategy that includes significant allocations to both common stocks and specialized investment vehicles such as REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) and MLPs (Master Limited Partnerships). The fund's investment approach is flexible in terms of market capitalization, with a stated preference for mid- to large-capitalization companies. This strategy indicates an intention to balance the fund's investments to achieve growth while taking into account the risk and return characteristics of different market cap segments. The fund's reliance on borrowing for investment purposes signifies an aggressive approach to leveraging potential investment opportunities.

Products and Services

• Equity Securities Investment

  The primary focus of the fund is the investment in equity securities. This includes a vast spectrum from common stocks, which represent ownership shares in companies, to more specialized financial instruments. This broad approach allows for diversified exposure to the equity markets, aiming at capital growth over time by investing in companies with varying market capitalizations.

• Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)

  Part of the fund's portfolio is dedicated to REITs, which are companies that own, operate, or finance income-producing real estate across a range of property sectors. This inclusion allows investors to gain exposure to the real estate market without the need to directly buy, manage, or finance properties. The emphasis on REITs suggests a strategy that seeks to benefit from the regular income and potential appreciation associated with real estate investments.

• Master Limited Partnerships (MLPs)

  The fund also includes interests in MLPs, which are investments in partnerships focusing primarily on energy and natural resource sectors. MLPs combine the tax benefits of a partnership with the liquidity of publicly traded securities. This component of the fund's portfolio is geared toward investors seeking income generation, as MLPs are required to distribute the majority of their cash flow to investors. This approach indicates a diversification strategy not only across sectors but also in terms of the income and growth potential of the investments.