
Brooklyn, NY According to Refined, senior capital advisor, Peter Cohen, has successfully arranged a $2.5 million construction loan for 2-story property located in Boerum Hill. The 5,000 s/f property will be developed into 2 luxury units.
Cohen secured a 10.5% interest rate, with a 6-month prepayment penalty for a 12-month term. The borrower needed capital to refinance an existing debt and complete construction. More importantly, the lender did not require the borrower to put their equity into the deal first.
This transaction underscores Refineds ability to navigate complex financial landscapes and deliver tailored solutions to clients.
New York tri-state multifamily investors are increasingly reallocating capital to less-regulated markets across the U.S. as rent control and legislative risk erode returns at home. With over 60% of New York City’s rental housing stock classified as rent-stabilized, the traditional value-add model — buying under-performing buildings,