Business Details
11 Years
experience
Trusted Commercial Real Estate Financing Solutions
Founded in 2015, CREFCO has built a reputation for delivering tailored commercial real estate financing solutions across the United States. Our team brings decades of combined experience from industry-leading institutions like Greystone, Barings MF Capital, and Truist Bank, ensuring clients benefit from deep market knowledge and strategic relationships. We specialize in permanent and bridge financing for multifamily, hospitality, office, industrial, self-storage, NNN/retail, and SBA/USDA properties, with loan amounts ranging from $1 million to $50 million. Our approach prioritizes personalized service, transparent communication, and long-term client partnerships, reflected in our track record of $1 billion+ in closed loans since inception. With a focus on the Southeastern and Midwestern U.S., we combine local market expertise with national resources to meet diverse financing needs.Our commitment to excellence has earned recognition, including nominations for industry awards like the Top 40 Under 40 by the Georgia and Florida Apartment Associations. By maintaining a client-first philosophy, we ensure every transaction aligns with individual investment goals while adhering to rigorous professional and ethical standards.
Services
Loan Financing
Advisory Services
Bridge Loans
Permanent Financing
Equity Capital Placement
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer $1M-$50M loans across all commercial real estate asset classes with 20+ years of industry expertise.
- Our team has closed $1B+ in loans since 2015, combining national resources with local market knowledge.
- We provide advisory services including pro-forma projections, organizational structuring, and acquisition/disposition guidance.
- Our nationwide focus includes specialized expertise in Southeastern and Midwestern U.S. markets.
- We maintain long-term client relationships through transparent communication and personalized financing strategies.
What people say
"Proven results"
"Business partner approach"
"Smooth handling"
"Timely communication"
"Valuable guidance"
Services
Loan Financing
CREFCO provides commercial real estate loans ranging from $1 million to $50 million for multifamily, hospitality, office, industrial, and retail properties. Our financing options include permanent non-recourse loans with fixed/ARM terms up to 35 years and bridge/construction loans with flexible terms. We specialize in structuring deals with up to 85% loan-to-value ratios using mezzanine financing when appropriate.
Advisory Services
We offer comprehensive advisory services including capital allocation strategies, pro-forma cash flow projections, and organizational structuring for commercial real estate portfolios. Our team provides acquisition and disposition guidance to help clients optimize investment returns while navigating complex market conditions and regulatory requirements.
Equity Capital Placement
CREFCO connects investors with vetted co-investment opportunities in commercial real estate projects. We facilitate partnerships between passive investors and experienced operators with proven business plans, focusing on multifamily and income-producing properties across key U.S. markets.
Bridge Financing
Our bridge financing solutions provide interim capital for property acquisitions, renovations, or refinancing needs. These loans feature terms up to 36 months with interest-only payments, allowing investors to secure properties while arranging long-term financing or completing value-add strategies.
SBA/USDA Loans
We offer SBA and USDA loan programs for qualifying commercial real estate projects, providing up to 85% loan-to-value financing with favorable terms. These government-backed options are ideal for small business owners purchasing or expanding commercial properties in eligible markets.
People
Tim Stevens
Principal
Tim Stevens has specialized in commercial real estate finance since 2001, working with industry leaders like Greystone and Truist Bank. He founded CREFCO in 2015 to provide personalized financing solutions while leveraging his extensive industry network and market expertise.
Eric Alton
Associate
Eric Alton brings 12 years of commercial real estate finance experience to CREFCO's team. He focuses on loan origination and client relations, utilizing his expertise to match investors with optimal financing structures for their commercial real estate projects.
Diedre Parker
Analyst
Diedre Parker supports CREFCO's financing operations with her commercial real estate analysis expertise since 2015. She specializes in financial modeling, underwriting, and market research to ensure accurate risk assessment and optimal loan structuring for clients.
Questions
What commercial real estate loan options do you offer?
We provide permanent and bridge financing for multifamily, hospitality, office, industrial, self-storage, NNN/retail, and SBA/USDA properties with loan amounts from $1 million to $50 million.
Which geographic markets do you serve?
While we operate nationwide, we specialize in Southeastern and Midwestern U.S. markets including Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Kentucky.
What loan terms are available through CREFCO?
We offer fixed and adjustable rate loans with terms up to 35 years, interest-only options, and bridge financing solutions with flexible repayment structures tailored to each project's needs.
How does your advisory service benefit investors?
Our advisory team provides capital allocation strategies, cash flow projections, and organizational structuring to help investors maximize returns and achieve long-term real estate portfolio growth.
Can you help with multifamily property financing?
Yes, we specialize in multifamily financing with $900 million+ in completed transactions since 2015, including recent closings like the $26.2 million Pinebrook Apartments deal in Florida.
What sets CREFCO apart from other lenders?
Our personalized service approach, combined with $1 billion+ in closed loans and 20+ years of team experience, creates unique value through strategic market insights and long-term client relationships.
