Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Real Estate Investment Banking Services
Carlton Group has been a leader in global commercial real estate since 1991, completing over $200 billion in transactions. We specialize in sophisticated debt and equity solutions, leveraging a global network of institutional investors, family offices, and private capital sources. Our expertise spans construction financing, recapitalization, distressed debt resolution, and structured capital stacks for high-value real estate projects. With a merchant banking division managing three million square feet of commercial assets, we frequently co-invest with clients to align interests.Our international advisory platform executes multi-billion-dollar equity and debt transactions across Europe and the Americas, maintaining relationships with both traditional and non-traditional balance sheet investors. The firm's proven track record in arranging 90-95% of required project capital, combined with decades of market insight, positions us as a trusted partner for complex real estate finance solutions.
Services
Equity Placement
Debt Solutions
Recapitalization
Distressed Debt Resolution
Construction Financing
Investment Advisory
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have completed over $200 billion in real estate transactions since 1991
- Our global investor network includes institutional funds and private capital sources
- Specialists in complex capital stack structuring for high-value developments
- Active merchant banking division managing three million square feet of assets
- Proven expertise in distressed debt resolution and recapitalization
Services
Structured Financing
We arrange multi-tranche debt and equity solutions for commercial real estate projects. Our team structures complex capital arrangements connecting global institutional investors with high-value developments. Services include senior bridge financing, preferred equity placement, and mezzanine capital sourcing for condominiums, multifamily properties, and commercial assets.
Equity Placement
Specializing in sourcing joint venture equity for real estate acquisitions and developments. We secure 90-95% of required project capital through our network of family offices, pension funds, and private investors. Recent successes include $50M hotel portfolio acquisitions and $30M multifamily developments.
Recapitalization
Our experts negotiate loan workouts and capital structure modifications for distressed properties. With $40B+ in completed restructurings, we facilitate discounted payoffs and DPO arrangements using non-traditional capital sources. Services cover securitized debt resolution and inter-creditor agreement negotiations.
Distressed Debt Solutions
We represent financial institutions in distressed asset sales and foreclosure proceedings. Our team executes customized sealed-bid sales and UCC foreclosure processes for commercial properties. Notable transactions include $5B+ Peter Cooper Village foreclosure and $4B CNL/MSREF mezzanine debt resolution.
Construction Financing
Arranging large-scale construction loans for residential and commercial developments. Recent placements include $807M Madison Avenue mortgage and $400M 432 Park Avenue construction financing. We connect developers with global lenders for complex, time-sensitive projects.
People
Michael Campbell
CEO
Michael Campbell leads Carlton Group as CEO with over three decades of real estate investment banking experience. He has spearheaded $200+ billion in transactions, focusing on structured capital solutions and international advisory services while expanding the firm's European operations.
Giuseppe Riggi
Vice President
Giuseppe Riggi serves as Vice President, executing complex equity and debt transactions for commercial real estate developments. He specializes in capital stack structuring and investor relations, contributing to recent $75M senior living and $107M multifamily project financings.
Questions
What types of real estate transactions does The Carlton Group handle?
We specialize in large-scale commercial real estate transactions including equity joint ventures, construction financing, recapitalization, and distressed debt resolution for properties valued $50M+.
How does The Carlton Group source capital for developments?
Our global network connects projects with institutional investors, family offices, pension funds, and private capital sources to arrange 90-95% of required equity and optimal debt structures.
What geographic markets does the firm operate in?
We maintain primary operations in Manhattan, South Florida, and Europe with international transaction capabilities across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
Can the firm assist with distressed property resolutions?
Yes, our Distressed Debt Solutions Group has executed $40B+ in loan workouts, discounted payoffs, and foreclosure sales including landmark transactions like the $5B Peter Cooper Village case.
What is the minimum transaction size handled by The Carlton Group?
We typically handle transactions starting at $50 million with no maximum size limit, focusing on complex capital structures for high-value commercial real estate projects.
