Key Facts about REITs Financials

ATO Wilson REIT is a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT). REITs are listed property investment companies that allow investors to acquire shares in a tax-efficient structure.

Rental income, after costs, is passed directly to shareholders in the form of dividends. Dividends form a key component of total return for shareholders. ATO Wilson pays its shareholders an interim and final dividend.

REITs are exempt from paying corporation tax and are required to distribute at least 90% of profits as dividends (defined as Property Income Distributions, or PIDs).

There are implications for the taxation of dividends, and if you qualify to receive your dividend gross of withholding tax;

• you should complete one of the forms below depending on whether you are the beneficial owner of your shareholding or an intermediary.
• The completed form should be sent to the company's registrar.