Global investment bank Cambridge Wilkinson today announced the closing of a forward flow agreement up to $100 million for a private real estate lending platform specializing in short-term bridge, fix-and-flip, construction and land development loans.
The agreement is designed to fit the New York-based lender’s asset-based underwriting model, allowing for greater flexibility in how capital is allocated across its varied loan portfolio.
With banks and conventional lenders having tighter lending requirements or less available capital, large investors, such as pension funds or private equity firms, that provide funding, see private lenders with proven success in real estate as reliable partners in a tight credit environment.
“Private lenders are filling a critical gap in the market, especially as traditional banks pull back on real estate financing. Our institutional partners see strong value in specialty finance platforms that can originate, underwrite, and scale efficiently,” said Rob Bolandian, co-founder and global head of investment banking at Cambridge Wilkinson. “The demand for private credit continues to rise, and we are committed to structuring tailored solutions that support our clients’ long-term growth.”
The lender arranges debt and equity capital raises from $25 million to $5 billion and advises on mergers and acquisitions. In addition, Cambridge Wilkinson also provides leverage facilities and credit facilities for private equity funds and alternative credit funds, which range from $25 million to $2 billion.
