While returns have dominated the CRE conversation over the past decade of growth, recent volatility has amplified many investors' concerns about the other side of the coin: risk. From hotels to shopping centers to office buildings, people are paying attention to risk. The market has already experienced tremendous change and it is difficult to forecast which further changes will occur.

The real estate investment landscape has shifted dramatically in recent years, moving from a focus on returns to a greater emphasis on risk management due to global economic uncertainty, inflation, and market volatility. In this environment, the ability to accurately assess and mitigate risk has become a top priority for investors. From multifamily properties to senior housing, understanding how to identify and partner with best-in-class sponsors is more critical than ever.

Real estate debt funds help connect borrowers (often developers) with short-term capital for commercial real estate projects like multifamily buildings, shopping centers, construction loans, and many other property types.