Reliable, Flexible Capital for Real Estate Sponsors
At Tempo, we partner with experienced commercial real estate sponsors to provide scalable equity and structured capital for value-add, income-producing, and opportunistic projects. We deliver institutional-quality capital with the speed, creativity, and reliability that operators need.
Tempo has invested in over 100+ equity deals to-date, and
Looking for a long-term capital partner? We’d love to hear about your next project.
What We Look for in Sponsors
We seek to build repeat relationships with sponsors who demonstrate:
Proven Track Record
✓ 10+ years of experience in your asset class/strategy
✓ Principals with net worth of $50M+
✓ Documented success and full transparency
Scalable Infrastructure
✓ Strong internal team or vertically integrated operations
✓ Financial reporting, communication, and distribution systems
Clear Strategic Focus
✓ Specialization by asset class, geography, and investment strategy
✓ Examples: Multifamily, Industrial, Open-Air Retail, Specialty Finance
Alignment of Interests
✓ Minimum 10% sponsor co-investment
✓ Long-term mindset; prefer exclusive capital relationships
✓ Willingness to grant veto/control provisions
Integrity & Fit
✓ Transparent and collaborative
✓ Referred or recommended by trusted network
Investment Criteria
We invest in middle-market deals that are too large for most HNW individuals and too small for institutions — a space rich with inefficiency and opportunity.
Equity Check Size
✓ $3M–$20M+ per deal
✓ $8M–$12M sweet spot
✓ Co-investment available for larger projects
Investment Types
✓ JV Equity / Preferred Equity — Value-add, deep buy, repositioning
✓ Preferred Equity / Mezzanine Debt — ‘recovery’ capital for equity-rich, cash-poor projects
✓ Bridge Debt / Hard Money Loans
Target Asset Classes
✓ Multifamily (200+ units)
✓ Industrial / Light Manufacturing
✓ Open-Air Retail Centers
✓ Self-Storage
✓ Selective Land Development or Entitlement
Geographic Focus
✓ Southeast, Southwest, Midwest – and steady-growth MSAs
✓ Avoid highly regulated rent-control areas
✓ Prioritize high job and population growth markets
✓ Focus on urban submarkets, Opportunity Zones, and contrarian plays
Deal Attributes
✓ Strong downside protection and great upside at the same time
✓ We prefer deals with string initial cashflow vs. pure growth upside
✓ Unique angle, clear upside, or compelling story
✓ Barriers to entry: zoning, entitlements, off-market sourcing
✓ Strong projected IRRs (20%+) and exit strategy (3-5 years ideal)
Investment Criteria
We invest in middle-market deals that are too large for most HNW individuals and too small for institutions — a space rich with inefficiency and opportunity.
Equity Check Size
✓ $3M–$20M+ per deal
✓ $8M–$12M sweet spot
✓ Co-investment available for larger projects
Investment Types
✓ JV Equity / Preferred Equity — Value-add, deep buy, repositioning
✓ Preferred Equity / Mezzanine Debt — ‘recovery’ capital for equity-rich, cash-poor projects
✓ Bridge Debt / Hard Money Loans
Target Asset Classes
✓ Multifamily (200+ units)
✓ Industrial / Light Manufacturing
✓ Open-Air Retail Centers
✓ Self-Storage
✓ Selective Land Development or Entitlement
Geographic Focus
✓ Southeast, Southwest, Midwest – and steady-growth MSAs
✓ Avoid highly regulated rent-control areas
✓ Prioritize high job and population growth markets
✓ Focus on urban submarkets, Opportunity Zones, and contrarian plays
Deal Attributes
✓ Strong downside protection and great upside at the same time
✓ We prefer deals with string initial cashflow vs. pure growth upside
✓ Unique angle, clear upside, or compelling story
✓ Barriers to entry: zoning, entitlements, off-market sourcing
✓ Strong projected IRRs (20%+) and exit strategy (3-5 years ideal)
Why Sponsors Work with Us
We aren’t just a check — we’re a Capital Partner.
— Reliable & Scalable Capital
- Programmatic relationships: 3 to 4+ deals per year
- Ability to move fast, close confidently
— Creative Structuring Expertise
- Preferred & Common equity, mezzanine debt, joint venture capital
- Flexible structures tailored to the project
— Speed & Certainty of Execution
- Institutional-quality underwriting
- Dedicated Investment Review Committee
- Clear process and rapid feedback
— Strategic Value-Add
- Network of lenders, brokers, and investors
- Access to our Capital Partners network
- Hands-on asset oversight without operational interference
— Co-GP Rights Without Co-GP Liability
- Full access to reporting and project data
- Major decision controls and veto rights
- No day-to-day responsibility or liability
Asset Management Oversight
While we are not an operating partner, we are deeply involved as a capital steward. Our oversight responsibilities include:
✓ Budget and financial review
✓ Monitoring construction progress
✓ Business plan execution checks
✓ Site visits and market analysis
✓ Capital forecasting and lender negotiations
✓ Exit strategy collaboration
About Tempo
Tempo is a private real estate investment platform for debt and equity solutions. Tempo acts as a capital partner raising capital for outstanding opportunities in CRE space. We work with outstanding sponsors who seek reliable programmatic capital.