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Lending Programs
Senior Debt / Fixed & Floating
Leverage:  Maximum 70% to 80% dependent on debt coverage ratios
Term: 3-10 years / fixed-rate or adjustable
Size: Minimum $3,000,000 nationwide, smaller loans on a case-by-case basis
Amortization: 25-30 years

Joint Venture / Preferred Equity

Leverage:  Maximum 95% of the total capital stack dependent on strength of sponsor and project dynamics with a minimum of 10% equity investment by Sponsor

Term: 1-3 years with options

Size: Minimum $3,000,000

Amortization: Interest only

Security: Secured by the Operating Agreement and/or a Pledge Agreement

Bridge Debt

Leverage:  Maximum 85% of acquisition or original funding with additional “good news” funding events up to 95% of the original funding amount

Term: 1-3 years with options

Size: Minimum $2,000,000

Rates:  6-10% dependent on leverage and asset quality

Amortization: Interest only

Construction Financing

Leverage:  Maximum 70% plus the ability to leverage up to 85% with a Preferred Equity tranche

Term:  2-3 years with options

Size:  Minimum $3,000,000

Rates: Prime / LIBOR plus market spreads dependent on leverage

Amortization:  Interest Only

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OUR FIRM

 

Why Choose Us:

 

Pacific Capital Markets provides unparalleled access to conventional debt financing, joint venture equity, mezzanine, bridge financing and structured debt. We can help you meet the capital requirements across the entire capital stack for virtually any commercial investment opportunity.

We are consistently able to secure the best terms available in the marketplace for our clients whether from Wall Street investment banks, pension and opportunity funds, commercial banks, insurance companies or private equity investors including equity co-investment from our network of HNW Investors. Pacific Capital Markets delivers - always exceeding our clients’ expectations.  With over $3 Billion in closed financings among the firm’s mortgage banking professionals, our hands-on real estate expertise optimizes results.

Creativity & Knowledge:

Whether you are a seasoned borrower or one whose circumstances do not conform to conventional underwriting guidelines, we can determine how to best finance your investment while maximizing your returns. We listen, design and analyze each potential financing transaction in order to provide the optimum return objectives.  You will get multiple options outlining the pros and cons of each financing solution. 

The CFBA Broker Network:

As part of The Commerical Finance Broker Network (CFBA), a nationwide collective of 90 mortgage professionals representing 25 markets coast to coast, Pacific Capital Markets has instant access to nationwide market data and local banking relationships allowing for creative solutions and unlimited capital resources into reach for every client.   

 

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OUR TEAM

MEET THE TEAM

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Michael Katz

Principal, Founder

Mr. Michael Katz has been actively providing mortgage banking services for his clients since 1988.  His portfolio of financed transactions includes over $3 billion in funded loans and equity investments that represent the entire spectrum of commercial real estate assets.

Prior to merging his firm, Pacific Capital Partners with Peak in 2010, Mr. Katz was a principal and managing member of Center Financial.  During his tenure at Center Financial, Mr. Katz directed the origination team and was responsible for developing a nationwide origination platform for all types of commercial property, including acquisition and development projects, joint ventures, preferred equity, conventional senior and bridge debt and construction projects.

Prior to his tenure at Center Financial, Mr. Katz led the commercial acquisition team at Kennedy Wilson where he was responsible for the sourcing and closing of over $250 million in commercial assets.  Mr. Katz is a graduate of the University of California, Los Angeles and has been a guest lecturer for the UCLA Ziman Center for Real Estate Studies.

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Jack Minassian

Senior Vice President 

Jack Minassian has over 18 years of experience in commercial real estate, with a career spanning private equity, finance, and brokerage. His broad industry expertise provides clients with unparalleled representation, offering a 360-degree approach to the investment cycle.

Throughout his career, Jack has sourced, structured, and closed over $9 billion in transactions, covering medical office, multifamily, office, retail, and industrial properties. His ability to navigate complex deal structures and optimize capital allocation has made him a trusted advisor in the industry.

 

Previously, Jack served as an Associate Director at GE Capital Real Estate, where he managed and underwrote transactions ranging from $20 million to $500 million. 

Jack holds an MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Business, reinforcing his deep expertise in capital markets, investment strategy, and financial structuring.

PROJECTS

REPRESENTATIVE  FINANCINGS

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Mixed Use Ground Up Construction

297 Units + 27,000 sf ground floor retail

$70,000,000 senior debt + $30,000,000 Preferred Equity Investment

North Hollywood, CA

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Debtor-in Possession Financing

336 Unit Multifamily with extensive upgrade reserves

$23,700,000 interim 24 month DIP loan

Katy, Texas

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Retail Condominium Interest

19,282 sf multi tenant retail

$3,400,000 ten year fixed rate term

Los Angeles, CA

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Single Tenant 286,336 sf Industrial Logistics Warehouse

$15,500,000 two year bridge loan convertible to ten year fixed rate loan

Van Nuys, CA

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575,000 sf Regional Mall Acquisition

$17,000,000 Defaulted Note Financing to Bridge debt upon completion of foreclosure

Mrytle Beach, South Carolina

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4-Star Hotel Ground Up Construction

246 Rooms with 25,000 sf club facility

$49,500,000 senior debt + $15,500,000 Preferred Equity Investment

San Diego, CA

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$20,000,000 ten year Fixed Rate Financing

100,000 sf office tower plus restaurant

Beverly Hills, CA

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Land Acquistion & Pre-Development Financing

254 Apartment Units + 7,500 sf of retail area

$12,500,000 A & D Financing

Reseda, CA

Twin Office Towers - Corporate HQ

152,674 sf major renovation program

$12,000,000 bridge plus renovation funds

Los Angeles, CA

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Leasehold Financing on 179,900 sf Retail / Entertainment Center

$7,000,0000 Bridge loan with future funding component for TI/LC

Austin, Texas

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Retail redevelopment & re-positioning

109,000 sf existing + 20,000 sf new development

$22,500,000 bridge loan plus future earnout

West Covina, CA

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50% vacant 80,520 sf Retail Center Repositioning

$7,000,000 five year fixed rate loan

Clovis, CA

Ground Up Construction

39,746 sf two story retail / restaurant center

$12,750,000 construction to mini-perm loan

Newbury Park, CA

GET STARTED ON BUILDING YOUR FINANCING

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