FAQs
Who is the APREA member?
The company, fund, trust or partnership entity is the member of APREA. This means all staff employed by the member can access APREA’s membership benefits, including deep member discounts on APREA’s activities.
Who represents your organisation?
Each member entity appoints both a principal and alternate contact, who are the primary liaison points. However, you can register as many staff as you wish to receive APREA benefits.
Can individuals join APREA?
No. At present, all membership is at a corporate level.
What is APREA’s geographical coverage?
APREA’s activities encompass China, Japan, South East Asia, Australasia, India and the Middle East. At present, APREA operates chapters in China, India, Japan, Australia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong.
Do I need to join in every country where I own or manage property or operate a business?
No. One APREA membership covers the world.
How does APREA treat related organisations?
APREA takes a ‘family’ approach – when a company joins APREA, its directly-controlled subsidiaries can also access member benefits, unless they are separate businesses. Membership rights travel downward in a corporate structure, not up to the parent or sideways.
How many types of membership are offered and what does membership cost?
APREA’s membership categories are: Full, Associate, Sovereign and Pension Fund, Government, and Academic. An explanation of these categories and fees are provided upon request.
How is APREA governed?
APREA is governed by a board of directors that is elected from the membership. Also, each country chapter is led by a local advisory council.
Who sets APREA’s priorities?
The board of directors and chapter councils. In addition, APREA operates several member roundtables which develop, guide and implement priority programs.
These roundtables are: Advocacy, Investor Interface & Leading Practices, Research & Market Intelligence, Sustainability & ESG, Membership, and Industry Networking.
How does APREA define ‘real estate’?
APREA treats real estate in the broadest sense, which means it covers traditional property investment – offices, shopping centres, logistics, plus all emerging/alternative or real asset formats, such as senior living, airports, child care, residential, tourism, student accommodation, rural, health care, renewables, storage, data centres, telco towers etc.
Which other companies are members of APREA?
We would be delighted to provide you with a roster of current members.
Can anyone register for the APREA website?
Yes, anyone can register. However, access to certain sections such as the Knowledge Hub and member-exclusive reports is restricted to APREA members only.
I forgot my password. How can I reset it?
Click on the “Forgot Password” link on the login page. You will receive an email with instructions to reset your password. If you don’t receive it, check your spam folder or contact us for assistance.
How do I access member-exclusive content?
Once you log in with a registered member account, you will automatically see exclusive content such as the Knowledge Hub, downloadable insights, and exclusive research reports.
I’m having trouble accessing the website. Who can I contact?
If you experience any technical difficulties or have questions about your account, please reach out to our support team at enquiries@aprea.asia.
Are APREA members entitled to complimentary passes for conferences?
APREA members are entitled to one complimentary delegate pass per country conference and enjoy member rates for APREA’s flagship regional conference, Asia Pacific Real Assets Leaders’ Congress.
Can non-members attend APREA events?
Yes. Non-members are welcome to attend by paying the applicable non-member registration rates.
What is the cancellation policy for delegate passes?
Cancellations must be made in writing at least two weeks before the event. Refunds are issued at APREA’s discretion, subject to a 20% processing fee. Cancellations made after the deadline are non-refundable, but the fee can be credited toward a future APREA event.
Can I transfer my registration to a colleague?
Yes. Delegate registrations can be transferred to another eligible member of the same organisation, provided APREA is notified in writing at least one week before the event.
Will I receive a refund if I cancel late?
No. Cancellations received less than two weeks before the event are not eligible for a refund, but the amount paid may be used as credit toward a future event.
What happens to my personal data when I register?
By registering for an event, you consent to APREA and its partners collecting and processing your personal data for the purposes of event-related communications, updates, and marketing.
Will photos or videos be taken during the event?
Yes. By attending, you acknowledge and agree that your image may be captured in photos, videos, or livestreams, and may be used by APREA and its event partners for event marketing purposes.
Who can I contact if I have further questions about APREA events?
For any inquiries, please contact APREA at events@aprea.asia.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept a variety of payment options including credit/debit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Amex) via Stripe, bank transfers and PayNow.
What is Stripe?
Stripe is a payment processing platform that allows you to make payments online. It supports a wide range of payment methods, including credit and debit cards.
Are there any fees for using Stripe?
Yes, Stripe does charge payment 4.5% admin fees
Who bears the Bank Charges for Bank Transfer?
All bank and administration charges related to the transaction shall be borne by the payer.
Do select OUR (Sender Pays All Fees) when making payments – The payer covers both bank’s fees and any intermediary or recipient bank fees. This ensures the recipient receives the full amount.
What is PayNow?
PayNow is applicable in Singapore and is widely used for instant fund transfers between individuals, businesses, and government agencies. It allows users to send and receive Singapore Dollar (SGD) funds using their mobile number, NRIC/FIN, or Unique Entity Number (UEN), without needing to know the recipient’s bank account details.
Can I pay in a different currency?
We primarily process payments in USD and SGD but international payments can be arranged. Currency conversion fees may apply.
How are taxes and VAT handled?
Membership Invoice – All applicable taxes, such as VAT/GST, are determined by your billing address and will be reflected in your invoice.
Event Invoice – VAT/GST is determined by the location of the event. If the event takes place in Singapore, GST applies—regardless of whether the customer is based overseas.
When is payment due?
embership Invoice – Payment for membership invoice is due within 30 days of the invoice date.
Event Invoice – Payment is due upon receipt of the invoice.
Who can I contact for finance-related questions?
Our finance team is happy to help. Reach us at accounts@aprea.asia or +65 6955 7850.
