Bluerock Private Real Estate Fund to Provide Semi-Annual Update on Strategic Roadmap to Maximize Shareholder Value; Host Webinar on October 6th Open to All Shareholders and Financial Advisors

BPRE schedules an October 6 progress webinar and highlights continued execution of its capital rotation and distribution-raising roadmap.

Rhea-AI Summary

Bluerock Private Real Estate Fund (BPRE) will host its next semi-annual “BPRE Strategic Roadmap: A Progress Report” webinar on October 6, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. ET.

The webinar will feature Chief Investment Officer Ryan MacDonald and Head of Listed Products Steven Baffico, who will discuss progress on the fund’s roadmap to maximize shareholder value. The plan centers on rotating capital from legacy core+ institutional fund holdings into specialty direct real estate investments that the fund believes offer stronger total return potential, and on consistently raising distributions.

BPRE has implemented four distribution increases since listing, raising the distribution on NAV from 5.25% in December 2025 to 7.0% in June 2026, based on annualized monthly distributions divided by monthly ex-date NAV.

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• Four distribution increases since listing, lifting distribution on NAV from 5.25% in December 2025 to 7.0% in June 2026
• Strategic shift from legacy core+ institutional fund holdings toward specialty direct real estate sectors targeted for higher total return potential

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In the Sep 8 session, BPRE gained 0.21%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

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Key Figures

Webinar date: October 6, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. ET Distribution rate at listing: 5.25% on NAV Current distribution rate: 7.0% on NAV +1 more

Webinar date

October 6, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. ET

Semi-annual strategic roadmap progress report

Distribution rate at listing

5.25% on NAV

December 2025 listing

Current distribution rate

7.0% on NAV

June 2026

Distribution increases

Four increases

Since listing

Key Terms

closed-end fund, NAV, return of capital, shelf registration statement, +1 more

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closed-end fund financial

"BPRE) is the only New York Stock Exchange-listed closed-end fund"

A closed-end fund is a pool of money collected from many investors to buy a diversified mix of stocks, bonds, or other assets, and it is managed by professionals. Unlike some investment options, its shares are bought and sold on stock exchanges at prices determined by supply and demand, which can be above or below the fund's actual value. This structure allows investors to buy or sell shares easily, but the value may fluctuate based on market conditions.

NAV financial

"raising the Fund's distribution on NAV from 5.25% at listing"

Net asset value (NAV) is the total value of all the investments and assets in a fund or company, minus any debts or liabilities, divided by the number of shares or units outstanding. It represents the per-share worth, giving investors an idea of what each share is truly worth based on the underlying assets. Think of it like a company's total worth divided among its shares, helping investors assess whether a share is fairly priced.

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return of capital financial

"Some or all of the Fund's distributions may be deemed to be a return of capital"

Return of capital is when an investor receives money from their investment that is not considered profit or earnings but rather a portion of the original amount they invested. It’s similar to getting back part of your initial savings rather than gains from it. This matters because it can affect how much money an investor still has in the investment and may have tax implications.

shelf registration statement regulatory

"as detailed in BPRE's shelf registration statement on Form N-2"

A shelf registration statement is a document a company files with regulators that allows it to sell shares or bonds quickly when it’s a good time to raise money. It’s like having a pre-approved plan ready so the company can act fast without going through lengthy paperwork each time they want to sell, making fundraising more flexible.

Form N-2 regulatory

"shelf registration statement on Form N-2 filed with the SEC"

Form N-2 is a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing that investment companies use to register and describe closed-end funds and certain management companies for public investors. It lays out the fund’s purpose, fees, risks, portfolio policies and management team—like a detailed product label for a financial product—so investors can compare offerings, understand costs and risks, and make informed decisions before buying shares.

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Webinar to be Hosted on October 6 at 4:00 p.m. ET; Register Here

NEW YORK, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluerock Private Real Estate Fund (ticker: BPRE, the "Fund") today announced that its next semi-annual BPRE Strategic Roadmap progress report webinar is scheduled for October 6, 2026, at 4pm ET.

The webinar, "BPRE Strategic Roadmap: A Progress Report", will feature Ryan MacDonald, Chief Investment Officer, and Steven Baffico, Head of Listed Products, who will review BPRE's progress in executing on the Fund's previously announced strategic roadmap to maximize shareholder value. The plan focuses on two primary pillars: rotating capital out of BPRE's legacy core+ institutional fund holdings into the specialty direct real estate investments it believes offer stronger total return potential, and consistently raising distributions.

"We are moving decisively to execute on the roadmap we have laid out for shareholders with the goal of maximizing value in BPRE," said Mr. MacDonald. "Capital rotation into our target high-growth sectors is well underway, and we look forward to walking investors through the real estate deals we have committed capital to, as well as the pipeline taking shape in the months to come."

BPRE has announced four distribution increases since listing, raising the Fund's distribution on NAV from 5.25% at listing in December 2025 to 7.0% in June 2026,¹ reflecting management's commitment to consistently raising distributions as it executes on its strategic plan.

Institutional and retail shareholders, along with financial professionals, may register for the webinar at go.bluerock.com/bh0BI2 or at www.bprefund.com. BPRE's May 2026 progress report presentation and highlights video may also be found at the Fund's website.

Some or all of the Fund's distributions may be deemed to be a return of capital. The Fund provides a notice of its best estimate of the sources of a distribution at the time of such distribution. Such notice and other detailed Fund information is available at bprefund.com.

Bluerock Private Real Estate Fund (ticker: BPRE) is the only New York Stock Exchange-listed closed-end fund offering investors dedicated access to private real estate. The Fund is the largest real estate-focused closed-end fund on the market and is designed to deliver strong, consistent tax-advantaged income while also pursuing attractive long-term capital appreciation. Following its December 2025 listing, BPRE has been executing on its strategic roadmap plan to maximize shareholder value by rotating capital into high-growth, specialty real estate sectors and consistently raising distributions, having announced four distribution increases since listing. Learn more about BPRE at bprefund.com.

¹ Rates calculated by annualizing monthly distributions divided by the ex-date NAV of each month.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON RISK
Investing in the Fund involves risks, including the risk that you may receive little or no return on your investment or that you may lose part or all of your investment. Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of BPRE, as detailed in BPRE's shelf registration statement on Form N-2 filed with the SEC.

CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
Statements included herein may constitute "forward-looking" statements as that term is defined in Section 27A of the Securities Act, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements with regard to future events or the future performance or operations of the Fund, including but not limited to, liquidity events. Words such as "intends," "will," "believes," "expects," and "may" or similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to the inherent uncertainties in predicting future results and conditions. Certain factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in these forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include changes in the economy, geo-political risks, risks associated with possible disruption to the Fund's operations or the economy generally due to hostilities, terrorism, natural disasters or pandemics such as COVID-19, future changes in laws or regulations and conditions in the Fund's operating area, unexpected costs, the ability of the Fund to complete the listing of the common shares on a national securities exchange, the price at which the common shares may trade on a national securities exchange, and failure to list the common shares on a national securities exchange, and such other factors that are disclosed in the Fund's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). The inclusion of forward-looking statements should not be regarded as a representation that any plans, estimates or expectations will be achieved. Any forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this communication. Except as required by federal securities laws, the Fund undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any of these forward-looking statements.

NO OFFER OR SOLICITATION
The information contained in this communication is for informational purposes only. The foregoing is not intended to be an offering of securities, nor does it constitute an offer to purchase, or a solicitation of an offer to sell, subscribe for, or buy any securities in any jurisdiction. Anyone interested in investing in the Company is directed exclusively to the materials and periodic reports filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

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FAQ

What are the main pillars of BPRE’s strategic roadmap to maximize shareholder value?

The roadmap focuses on two pillars: rotating capital out of BPRE’s legacy core+ institutional fund holdings into specialty direct real estate investments the fund believes offer stronger total return potential, and consistently raising distributions as that plan is executed.

Who will present at the October 6, 2026 BPRE Strategic Roadmap progress webinar?

The webinar will feature Ryan MacDonald, Chief Investment Officer, and Steven Baffico, Head of Listed Products, who will review BPRE’s progress and discuss completed deals and the investment pipeline.

How can shareholders and financial professionals register for the BPRE progress webinar?

Institutional and retail shareholders, along with financial professionals, may register at go.bluerock.com/bh0BI2 or via the fund’s website at www.bprefund.com.

How might BPRE’s distributions be characterized for investors?

Some or all of the fund’s distributions may be deemed a return of capital. The fund provides a notice with its best estimate of the distribution’s sources at the time of each payment, and this notice and other detailed information are available at bprefund.com.

What risk reminder does BPRE provide to potential investors?

Investing in BPRE involves risks, including the possibility of receiving little or no return or losing part or all of the investment. Investors are directed to review the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses in BPRE’s shelf registration statement on Form N-2 filed with the SEC.