About Us
Tempo Funding, founded by Mike “Big Mike” Zlotnik, has been managing real estate funds since 2009. With roots in hard money lending and a full transition to commercial real estate in 2017, the firm now oversees diversified funds and syndications across multifamily, self-storage, industrial, and other sectors. Guided by data-driven discipline and investor-first principles, TF Management Group LLC delivers tax-efficient, professionally managed real estate opportunities designed to build long-term wealth for accredited investors.
TF Management Group LLC – Company History
2000
Early Investing Background
Mike Zlotnik, known as “Big Mike,” began investing in real estate in 2000 while living in Brooklyn, New York. For nearly a decade, he was a passive investor while pursuing a career in technology. In 2009, he transitioned into real estate full-time.
Foundation of the Business
In June 2009, Mike co-founded Tempo Funding, initially focused on short-sale flips and transactional funding during the post-recession housing market. Partnering with early collaborators, the company provided vital capital for distressed property transactions and soon evolved into hard money lending.
2009
2011
Shift to Hard Money Lending
As banks placed restrictions on short-sale flips, Tempo Funding expanded into extended funding and traditional hard money lending. The launch of its first mortgage pool funds allowed investors to participate in these strategies, establishing the foundation for TF Management Group LLC as a professional fund management company.
Expansion into Commercial Real Estate
In 2017, the company shifted focus from primarily residential hard money lending to commercial real estate. The launch of its first commercial fund marked a turning point, with early investments in multifamily and self-storage. From there, the portfolio expanded into industrial, retail, and other commercial sectors.
2017
2018
Launch of the Big Mike Fund Podcast
Mike Zlotnik launched The Big Mike Fund Podcast in 2018 to share insights from leading experts in real estate, finance, and investment strategy. The podcast quickly became a trusted resource for investors, airing weekly episodes and surpassing 275 published shows.
Syndications and Broader Strategies
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, TF Management Group recalibrated its portfolio, exited the office asset class, and worked closely with sponsors on collections. The firm also began sponsoring and co-sponsoring commercial real estate syndications, broadening its investment strategies beyond traditional fund structures.
2020
2022
Market Adjustment
In 2022, TF Management Group navigated a challenging economic environment marked by inflation and rapid interest rate hikes. The firm adjusted its strategies, worked closely with sponsors, and focused on resilient sectors such as multifamily and self-storage. Despite market headwinds, the company maintained its disciplined investment approach and positioned itself for long-term opportunities.
Today
TF Management Group LLC manages a diversified portfolio of funds and syndications spanning multifamily, self-storage, industrial, and other commercial sectors, while selectively originating hard money loans. With more than two decades of experience and resilience through multiple market cycles, the firm remains committed to delivering tax-efficient, diversified, and professionally managed real estate opportunities for accredited investors.
2024
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Our principals have a proven track record, having funded over 1,000 real estate private loans since 2009. This extensive experience has allowed us to deploy over $150 million of equity capital into commercial real estate transactions, fueling growth and prosperity for our clients.
With a team of seasoned executives boasting over 100 years of collective real estate experience, we are actively engaged in various aspects of the real estate investment landscape and have worked through multiple market cycles. From private lending and development to acquisitions, construction, property management, and education, our breadth of expertise enables us to offer comprehensive insights and deliver exceptional value across the entire real estate investment spectrum.
We have earned a reputation as a trusted partner, committed to excellence, professionalism, and industry expertise. Our strong partnerships with top-tier real estate entrepreneurs, sponsors, operators, and fund managers provide us with unparalleled advantages in investing in their upcoming deal flow. Our significant investment commitments empower us to negotiate exceptional terms for our funds, while our extensive network and institutional-level fund terms benefit high-net-worth investors.
Our investment portfolio encompasses diverse opportunities, multifamily value-add projects, self-storage development and conversions, repositioning shopping plazas, converting hotels into affordable housing, cash-flowing industrial projects and revitalizing underperforming assets.
With diversification, professional third-party fund administration and auditing, transparency, and a white-glove service approach, our funds consistently deliver outstanding risk-adjusted returns. We strive to offer reliable and innovative real estate investment opportunities, ensuring the success and satisfaction of our investors.
Our principals have a proven track record, having funded over 1,000 real estate private loans since 2009. This extensive experience has allowed us to deploy over $150 million of equity capital into commercial real estate transactions, fueling growth and prosperity for our clients.
With a team of seasoned executives boasting over 100 years of collective real estate experience, we are actively engaged in various aspects of the real estate investment landscape and have worked through multiple market cycles. From private lending and development to acquisitions, construction, property management, and education, our breadth of expertise enables us to offer comprehensive insights and deliver exceptional value across the entire real estate investment spectrum.
We have earned a reputation as a trusted partner, committed to excellence, professionalism, and industry expertise. Our strong partnerships with top-tier real estate entrepreneurs, sponsors, operators, and fund managers provide us with unparalleled advantages in investing in their upcoming deal flow. Our significant investment commitments empower us to negotiate exceptional terms for our funds, while our extensive network and institutional-level fund terms benefit high-net-worth investors.
Our investment portfolio encompasses diverse opportunities, multifamily value-add projects, self-storage development and conversions, repositioning shopping plazas, converting hotels into affordable housing, cash-flowing industrial projects and revitalizing underperforming assets.
With diversification, professional third-party fund administration and auditing, transparency, and a white-glove service approach, our funds consistently deliver outstanding risk-adjusted returns. We strive to offer reliable and innovative real estate investment opportunities, ensuring the success and satisfaction of our investors.
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