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Shaping the Future of Retirement Through Real Estate

Thousands of companies and millions of Americans depend on defined contribution (DC) plans to help them prepare for a secure retirement. The Defined Contribution Real Estate Council (DCREC) was established in 2012 to improve long-term savings outcomes for future retirees by utilizing direct commercial real estate as an alternative asset class in DC plans.

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Private Real Estate in Defined Contribution Survey 2025

A comprehensive study of DC capital raising, structuring and enterprise metrics in the real estate investment management industry.

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Our Mission

Promoting the inclusion of direct commercial real estate and real estate securities in defined contribution plans to improve participant outcomes

What We Do

DCREC unites industry leaders to drive the adoption of real estate as a strategic investment in retirement plan design.

Our advocacy group is comprised of industry leaders whose firms collectively oversee approximately $1.5 trillion in investment assets. DCREC provides a platform for collaboration, establishes best practices, and develops educational resources to advance the use of real estate in defined contribution plans. We are the only membership organization solely dedicated to advocating for the inclusion of real estate in DC plans.

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Real estate is reshaping retirement.

Commercial real estate is the third largest asset class in the U.S., and its role in defined contribution plans is growing rapidly.

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What our members have to say about membership!
"As one of DCREC’s charter member firms in 2012, we’ve found the organization to be an invaluable resource. Their commitment to advancing research, education, and collaboration on how real estate investments can improve defined contribution outcomes is unmatched. DCREC brings together industry leaders across a variety of disciplines to tackle complex challenges and shape the future of retirement solutions. At Clarion Partners, we value the insights and thought leadership that DCREC provides in this evolving space."
Tripp Braillard, Clarion Partners
Tripp Braillard
Clarion Partners
"Since real estate was the first alternative asset class to gain popularity in defined contribution plans, DCREC members have the deepest and most extensive experience in creating and managing investment products for 401(k) plans. DCREC members continue to contribute their time and thought leadership through both innovative programs and written content."
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Our Members

Our mission is to promote the inclusion of investments in direct commercial real estate and real estate securities within defined contribution plans in order to improve participant outcomes by furthering education about, advocacy for, and best practices of such investments.
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