Civitas Capital Group
Civitas Capital Group is an alternative investment manager specializing in U.S. real estate, with a strong focus on multifamily, lodging, and special situation assets, and a notable track record in EB-5 investments.
Company Overview
Civitas Capital Group is an alternative investment manager that specializes in niche opportunities within the U.S. real estate market. The company has deep expertise in investing in multifamily, lodging, and special situation assets. Civitas Capital has a broad investment portfolio that covers a wide spectrum of property types.
EB-5 Investment Platform
Civitas Capital Group operates a vertically integrated EB-5 investment platform. Over the past 12 years, the company has facilitated the immigration process for more than 1,400 families from over 40 countries. The firm maintains a 100% project approval rate and a 100% I-829 approval rate from USCIS. Civitas Central Regional Center has received Form I-956 approval from USCIS, allowing it to sponsor EB-5 projects in Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma.
Real Estate Financing and Loans
Civitas Capital Group provides senior and mezzanine loans to REITs, private equity firms, and institutional investors across the Top 25 markets in the U.S. The company focuses on credit investing, particularly in bridge lending for high-quality existing assets and construction lending in select markets. Civitas has completed over $1 billion in real estate financing transactions.
Notable Projects and Investments
Civitas Capital Group has been involved in significant development projects, including The Tradition-Woodway in Houston, Texas, and Meritage Commons in Napa Valley, California. The company has also provided financial support for the 168-key Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Naperville hotel and facilitated the refinancing of the Kimpton Overland Hotel Atlanta Airport with a mezzanine loan. Civitas recently announced the development of Tree Farm Lofts, a 196-unit Class A multifamily community in Basalt, Colorado.
Awards and Recognition
Civitas Capital Group has been recognized for its rapid growth and innovative contributions to the real estate sector. The company was named the 'Fastest Growing Company in Dallas' by the Dallas Business Journal in 2014, 2015, and 2016. Moreover, Civitas was recognized as the Developer of the Year at the Connect Marriott Select Brand Awards Conference in 2017 and 2018. The firm was also a finalist for the 'Most Innovative Finance Team' award by D CEO Magazine in 2017.