In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, hosted by Asaf Raz, Amit Stern, Managing Partner at Arion Fund, shares his unconventional career path and the focus of Arion Fund in providing short-term bridge financing for real estate development projects. He discusses the current trends in the real estate market, particularly in multifamily and residential properties, and how developers are navigating the challenges of underwriting deals and raising capital. Amit emphasizes the importance of professionalism, experience, organization, and communication in working with developers as a lender. He also highlights the need for investors and borrowers to join Arion Fund to continue their growth and success in the industry.

Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

03:20 - Overview of Arion Fund and its focus on short-term bridge financing

04:48 - Current market dynamics and challenges in real estate development

08:31 - The role of technology and proprietary software in lending practices

11:20 - Trends shaping the real estate market into 2025

15:08 - Key factors in evaluating developers for financing

21:49 - Shameless plug: Opportunities for developers and investors with Arion Fund


Get in touch with Amit:

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Arion Fund website

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