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Investment Strategies

Escalera Capital is structured for success: efficiency and control yielding higher returns with lower risk

 

Proven experience making strategic, data-driven investments that create desirable opportunities

2M+

Square Feet Under Management

50+

Years of Combined  Management Experience

$400M

Assets Under Management

>25%

IRR

15+

Individual Transactions

01

Opportunistic 

Our opportunistic strategy focuses on identifying and acquiring underperforming assets or distressed opportunities that present significant upside potential. We target markets with strong growth tailwinds where operational or partnership issues have led to undervaluation. By applying sophisticated management and strategic enhancements, we unlock value and achieve substantial returns, all while maintaining a margin of safety against market fluctuations.

02

Core Plus

The core plus strategy is designed to invest in stabilized assets that offer steady cash flow but also have opportunities for moderate improvements. We focus on properties in prime locations where we can implement targeted upgrades or operational efficiencies to enhance value. This approach ensures downside protection while allowing for incremental value creation through proactive asset management and market-driven enhancements.

03

Value-Add

Our value add strategy involves acquiring properties that have solid fundamentals but require significant capital improvements or repositioning to realize their full potential. We seek out assets in markets where demand exceeds supply, allowing us to drive rents and occupancy rates higher. By addressing deferred maintenance, modernizing facilities, and optimizing operations, we create substantial value while mitigating risk through thorough due diligence and strategic planning.

04

Development

The ground up development strategy is focused on creating new, high-quality assets from the ground up in markets with strong demand fundamentals. We carefully select locations with favorable supply-demand dynamics and robust economic drivers. Our development projects are designed to meet specific market needs, ensuring that we deliver properties that are not only competitive but also positioned for long-term success, offering significant upside potential while safeguarding against downside risks.

Recent Acquisitions

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La Villita Assembly Hall

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Estancia del Norte Hotel

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Alamo Drafthouse Laredo

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Hope Lodge San Antonio

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410 Service Center

Guiding Principles

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Invest where market tailwinds align with underperforming assets for value creation.

Invest with Tailwinds

Ensure downside protection through acquiring assets at a significant discount.

Downside Protection

Capitalize on supply-demand imbalances by identifying overlooked investment opportunities.

Supply & Demand Imbalances

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