Summary
Exit windows let you sell your shares to other investors before a full property sale. They open every 6 months after your 12-month lock-up. You can sell some or all of your shares. Note that ability to see is not guaranteed, If no buyer is found, you keep your shares and keep earning income.
What is an Exit Window?
An exit window is a scheduled period when you can sell your shares to other investors on the Arvo platform.
Think of it like a trading window:
Window opens: you can list shares for sale
Other investors can buy
Window closes: trading pauses until next window
Key Rules
Rule | Details |
Lock-up period | 12 months from investment |
Window frequency | Every 6 months |
Window duration | 2 Weeks |
Price basis | Latest Valuation |
Listing fee | None |
Timeline
Month 0: You invest
Months 1 to 12: Lock-up period (no exit)
Month 12: First exit window eligible
Month 18: Second exit window
Month 24: Third exit window
... continues every 6 months
During the lock-up period, you still receive rental income. You just can't sell your shares.
Why Exit Windows Exist
Real estate isn't instantly liquid — that's just the nature of the asset. Exit windows give you a path to access your money without forcing a full property sale that affects every investor.
For you: liquidity before a full property sale, without waiting 3 to 5 years.
For all investors: prevents panic selling, maintains property stability, and creates an orderly market for shares.
For the property: consistent ownership structure with no disruption to operations.
How It Works
Step 1: Window Opens
You receive a notification that an exit window is opening.
Step 2: List Your Shares
If you want to sell:
Go to your property in Portfolio
Tap "Sell Shares"
Enter how many shares to sell
Confirm listing
Step 3: Matching
Specifics will be shares closer to the first Exit Window
Step 4: Transaction Completes
If a buyer is found, shares transfer to buyer, proceeds go to your wallet, and Performance fees are deducted if applicable.
Step 5: Window Closes
Unsold shares remain in your portfolio until the next window.
What If No Buyer?
Your shares remain in your portfolio and you continue to:
Receive rental income
Participate in property appreciation
Access the next exit window
Exit Window vs. Property Sale
Exit Window | Property Sale |
Sell to other investors | Property sold to external buyer |
Your choice to participate | Governance vote decides |
Every 6 months | When a majority vote yes |
Full or Partial Share Sale possible | Full exit for all investors |
Share price based on valuation | Actual sale price |
Fees
Fee | Amount |
Performance fee | 5%*(Sales Price, less sales fees and transaction costs, less the total Funded Amount. |
Buyer Fee | 4% |
Seller Fee | 0% |
Note that the Buyer Fee is set to cover the 4% Dubai Land Department fee that is applicable to any property sale transaction. This is a standard, government set, fee not something that is charged by Arvo.
Notifications
You'll be notified:
Before each exit window opens
When your shares are sold
When the window closes
Check your notification settings to ensure you don't miss exit windows.
All investments carry risk. Real estate price can increase and decrease in value. Past performance is not a guarantee of future returns. Arvo is regulated by the DFSA. Details subject to update.