An Ignoble Experiment: Why Invest With a Boutique Real Estate Firm?

Dear Investor,

Not all investments are created equally.

As many investors may have learned over the last year, some investments can be better than others, and some are better prepared for the market volatility we have seen recently. How can investors determine the best investment option for their portfolio? What is the secret sauce for some deals, and how do some firms separate themselves in a high interest or high inflation market cycle?

One thought to consider is the type of firm you work with and does it best represent your personal interests. There are many types of firms and investment options - there are larger institutional private equity firms that invest in many markets across the country, and there are also boutique - specialty firms that specialize in fewer markets or local regions. While there can be benefits and diversification that comes from large firms, today let's discuss some of the benefits related to smaller firms. Here are some of the ways that a boutique investment firm can separate itself from the larger institutional shops, and how investors can benefit.

By way of disclosure, we have an advertising relationship with Mortar Group, meaning we get paid for making this introduction and sharing this content. As always with these types of deals, consider this an introduction and not a recommendation. Every deal is unique and the responsibility to vet any and every deal you invest in still lies with you. You must be an accredited investors to invest.

In the world of real estate investments, boutique firms offer a specialized approach to offerings. Unlike larger firms that tend to take on a broad range of projects, boutique firms focus on a specific niche asset class, often with a particular geographical focus and targeted return profile.

These firms are small, nimble, and able to adapt to the ever-changing landscape of financial markets.

Here are five benefits of working with a boutique firm that may help make them stand out in a crowded landscape of real estate investment companies.

Faster Project Delivery Time

One of the significant benefits of working with a boutique firm can be their ability to deliver or complete investments at a faster rate than larger firms. Due to their smaller size, boutique firms can have a more streamlined decision-making process, allowing them to quickly address issues and make decisions. This can lead to a faster turnaround time on projects, allowing clients to realize a return on investment more quickly. Mortar Group strives to deliver projects faster than the industry standard and because the company is both the developer, contractor, and architect, they often can.

Technical and Specialized Expertise

Boutique firms usually specialize in a specific niche, allowing them to become experts in their field. This expertise often extends to technical and zoning knowledge, allowing boutique firms to navigate complex regulatory environments and identify unique development opportunities. By working with a boutique firm, clients can take advantage of this specialized knowledge, resulting in a more significant potential for higher gains.

Accurate Due Diligence

Due diligence is a critical component of real estate development. Boutique firms should have a thorough understanding of the local market, allowing them to conduct more accurate due diligence on potential projects. This can include analyzing market trends, identifying potential challenges, and assessing the potential return on investment. With accurate due diligence, clients can make informed decisions about their investments.

Value-Driven Approach

Boutique firms often stick to what they know, focusing on a particular niche and geographic area. This allows them to identify and capitalize on unique value opportunities. By focusing on their area of expertise, boutique firms can find value that larger firms may overlook. By working with a boutique firm, clients can take advantage of this value-driven approach, resulting in a higher return on investment. Mortar Group finds value because they know their local markets – and they stick to what they know; they're multifamily experts with local NYC knowledge.

Reputation and Brand Recognition

Finally, boutique firms often have an established reputation and brand recognition in their local market. This can be especially valuable when it comes to the time to sell assets. By working with a boutique firm, clients can take advantage of their reputation and brand recognition, resulting in a higher selling price for their assets.

What's the secret sauce?

Mortar offers a personalized and specialized approach, that can result in faster project delivery times, technical and zoning expertise, accurate due diligence, a value-driven approach, and reputation and brand recognition. By working with a boutique firm, clients can take advantage of these benefits, resulting in a higher return on investment and a more successful real estate development project.

As a reminder, feel free to view Mortar Group's new offering for Urban Landing - a New York based, Cash- Flowing Value Add offering.

Urban Landing is a multifamily Value-Add offering that is cash flowing at acquisition. Mortar Group is providing this opportunity to investors by targeting distressed assets located in some of New York's best neighborhoods. With the submarkets experiencing high and stable growth during the last few years – Urban Landing is expected to provide investors with the opportunity to capture outsized demand in thriving locations with strong local demographics.

Over three years, Urban Landing is projected to deliver a high 75.76% Cash on Cash Return at exit, with a quarterly distribution targeting over 7% in the first year. Mortar believes these opportunities represent some of the highest risk-adjusted returns in the current environment. View the Urban Landing offering here.

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Mortar believes in experience and smarter real estate investing. Their fully integrated in-house design, development, and asset management expertise has resulted in dozens of successful privately syndicated deals. This, combined with skin-in-the-game co-investments and in-depth local neighborhood knowledge, helps Mortar mitigate risk and maximize investor returns. Focused opportunities combined with an intimate knowledge of New York's prime niche neighborhoods allows investors to diversify and deploy capital conservatively in projects and divest risk throughout the real estate lifecycle.

Mortar Group extends White Coat Investors access to exclusive opportunities on new offerings. If you would like to know more, please visit their website, or reach out to their Investment Relations Manager – Francesca Gaccione at 646-559-9471, or gaccione@mortargroup.com.