Riaz Capital

Many regretted not investing in real estate after the 2008 crisis. Investors in property in 2009 or 2010 made a 2x return compared to those who waited till the uptick in values in 2013. While history may not always repeat itself, it often provides second chances. We’re seeing similar turmoil in real estate today, with property values down and competing investors hampered by slow decision-making and funds stuck in private equity. The floor is open for nimble private investors like HNWs and family offices to swoop in early to buy the dip. https://lnkd.in/gQXKSwyh Our Distressed Value-Add Fund is a REIT alternative for early-bird investors to leverage the fall in multifamily real estate values and pick up distressed assets with solid fundamentals. Learn more and invest: https://lnkd.in/euaPkpzC #californiarealestate #bayarearealtor #multifamilyhousing #residentproperties

We are excited to announce the start of construction of 820 West MacArthur. This project will create 166 affordable studio apartments in the heart of the Longfellow neighborhood, adjacent to Emeryville. Despite the current economic circumstances, the team’s commitment to navigating the challenges along the way has been nothing short of admirable. I want to give a shout-out to our architect, LDP Architecture, Inc.; our civil engineer, Carlson, Barbee, & Gibson Inc. CBG, INC.; our landscape architect, @CFLA; our MEP engineers, Robison Engineering Company; our structural engineer, People's Associates; and our environmental consultant, Terraphase Engineering Inc. A very special thanks to the Riaz Capital team on this project - Chad Leege, PE, Lisa Vilhauer, and Christopher Batson - for their dedication to bringing our vision to life! #newproperty #partnerships #bayareagrowth #californiahomes

Riaz Capital has successfully secured $30M in construction financing for our newest project in Oakland. 820 West MacArthur is located in the Longfellow neighborhood, adjacent to Emeryville, and just steps away from MacArthur BART station. The five-story building will create 166 affordable studio apartments with premium amenities, including coworking areas, a media lounge, bike storage, a rooftop deck, and a fitness center. We are proud to partner with Bridge Bank, headquartered in San Jose, which is facilitating this loan. The County of Alameda played a pivotal role in helping us secure this financing by leveraging some of its cash reserves and investing in our local community banks to bolster the creation of essential affordable housing. A big thank you to our remarkable Investment Team, Paul DiCarlo, Weilin (Wendy) Liu, and Spencer Glazzy, our Development Team, Seth Lang and Tim Rooney, and Mathew Salter, CFA from the Investor Relations team. Their dedication has been instrumental to this outcome, especially given the current financing climate. We thank Alameda County and its Treasurer, Henry (Hank) Levy for their unwavering support in transforming this vision into reality! Read more: https://lnkd.in/gdY9CV8B #californiahousing #newproperty #oaklandhomes #multifamilyhousing

Public relations firms, such as Richard Edelman's renowned company, play a significant role in shaping public perceptions. According to Edelman, the global perception of San Francisco has shifted due to the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and the city's proactive approach to addressing its civic challenges. With an increasing number of AI startups choosing San Francisco as their base, Edelman client Advance SF, a nonprofit supported by major local employers like the Giants, Gap, and Uber, has launched the 'It All Starts Here' initiative. This campaign aims to engage the business community in education, research, and advocacy to promote a thriving and equitable local economy. The collaborative efforts of government officials and business leaders, along with the influx of AI talent, have changed the narrative and cemented San Francisco's status as a leading global technology hub. https://lnkd.in/gn4DnCxe #edelman #sfgrowth #AIstartups #sanfranciscogrowth

Public relations firms, such as Richard Edelman's renowned company, play a significant role in shaping public perceptions. According to Edelman, the global perception of San Francisco has shifted due to the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and the city's proactive approach to addressing its civic challenges. With an increasing number of AI startups choosing San Francisco as their base, Edelman client Advance SF, a nonprofit supported by major local employers like the Giants, Gap, and Uber, has launched the 'It All Starts Here' initiative. This campaign aims to engage the business community in education, research, and advocacy to promote a thriving and equitable local economy. The collaborative efforts of government officials and business leaders, along with the influx of AI talent, have changed the narrative and cemented San Francisco's status as a leading global technology hub. https://lnkd.in/gn4DnCxe #edelman #sfgrowth #AIstartups #sanfranciscogrowth