Vanguard Real Estate Index Fund Institutional Shares

Frequently Asked Questions About VGSNX

What does VGSNX invest in?

This fund offers investors exposure to the real estate sector by investing in Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). These entities acquire and operate various income-producing properties, such as office buildings, hotels, and retail spaces. Given that REITs often exhibit performance trends that diverge from traditional stocks and bonds, this fund may enhance diversification within a portfolio already composed of equity and fixed-income assets. While it can potentially generate a higher dividend income stream than other funds, it does carry inherent risks. A significant risk factor is its concentrated focus exclusively on the real estate industry, which may result in increased volatility compared to more broadly diversified stock funds.

What is the expense ratio of VGSNX?

Vanguard Real Estate Index Fund Institutional Shares (VGSNX) charges an expense ratio of 0.11%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is VGSNX?

Vanguard Real Estate Index Fund Institutional Shares (VGSNX) manages $66.40B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure. Funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is VGSNX actively managed or an index fund?

VGSNX's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was VGSNX launched?

Vanguard Real Estate Index Fund Institutional Shares (VGSNX) launched in December 2003 and is managed by Vanguard.

How has VGSNX performed?

VGSNX's total return (price change plus reinvested distributions) is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.