The investment seeks long-term capital appreciation and growth of income. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets plus any borrowings for investment purposes (measured at the time of purchase) in equity investments. It will generally invest in equity securities that the Investment Adviser believes have favorable prospects for capital appreciation and/or dividend-paying ability. Although the fund will invest primarily in publicly traded U.S. securities, including preferred and convertible securities, MLPs and REITs, it may invest up to 25% of its net assets in foreign securities.