The investment seeks to provide a combination of income and long-term growth of capital. The fund normally invests at least 80% of assets in equity securities of companies in the real estate industry. It may invest up to 20% of assets in equity or debt securities of companies outside the real estate industry. The fund may invest up to 20% of assets in debt or fixed-income securities of a quality below investment grade, including securities commonly referred to as "junk bonds".