frequently asked questionS
General Real Estate Syndication
- What Is a Real Estate Syndication?
A group investment where multiple investors pool funds to buy commercial real estate. A sponsor (like Grocapitus) manages the project, while investors earn passive income.
- What are Projected Returns on Real Estate Syndications?Projected returns are estimates of how much investors might earn from an investment over a specific period. These include cash flow distributions and profits from the property sale at exit. While based on market research and past performance, projected returns are not guaranteed.
- How Do I Make Money in a Syndication Deal?Investors earn returns via two ways:
- Distributions from cash flow during ownership (typically paid quarterly).
- Profits from sale or refinance when the property is sold, and investors benefit from price appreciation.
- How Long Is My Money Tied Up in a Syndication?Most syndication investments have a 3-5 year hold period depending on the type of investment. During this time, investors’ funds are illiquid, meaning investors cannot access their initial investment capital unless there is an early sale or refinance.
- What Are the Risks of Real Estate Syndications?As with any investment, there are risks:
- Market downturns
- Vacancy issues
- Poor property management
- Interest rate increases
Grocapitus attempts to offset these risks via data-driven acquisition strategies and conservative underwriting.
- Is My Investment Guaranteed?No. Real estate syndications are not guaranteed and are subject to market risk. However, Grocapitus employs risk mitigation strategies and prioritizes transparency and investor communication so investors are informed during the investment period.
Investor Eligibility
- What Is an Accredited Investor?An accredited investor is someone who meets specific income or net worth requirements set by the SEC:
- Annual income of $200K+ ($300K with a spouse) for the past 2 years, or
Net worth of $1M+, excluding primary residence - An entity is considered an accredited investor if it is a private business development company or an organization with assets exceeding $5 million. Also, if an entity consists of equity owners who are accredited investors, the entity itself is an accredited investor.
This status allows access to certain private investments not available to the general public.
- Annual income of $200K+ ($300K with a spouse) for the past 2 years, or
- What Is an Un-Accredited Investor?An unaccredited investor doesn’t currently meet the SEC’s financial criteria for accreditation but may still be eligible to invest in some types of offerings (like Regulation A or 506(b) offerings), depending on deal structure and relationship with the sponsor.
Retirement Funds & 1031 Exchanges
- Can I Turn a 1031 Investment Into A Syndication?Yes, it is possible, but complex. Investors can invest 1031 exchange proceeds into a syndication using a Tenant-In-Common (TIC) structure or a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST). The syndication must be structured properly to comply with IRS rules. It is recommended that investors consult a CPA or 1031 intermediary for guidance.
- Can I Invest in Real Estate With a 401(k)?Yes, through a self-directed IRA (SDIRA) or solo 401(k), investors can invest retirement funds in real estate syndications. This allows for tax-deferred or tax-free growth depending on the type of account utilized.
Getting Started with Grocapitus
- How Do I Get Started With Grocapitus?Set up a no-obligation Investor Call with Grocapitus’ Investor Relations Director to get started: grocapitus.com/investor-call.
You can also join Grocapitus’ Investor Club. Once a part of the Investor Club network, members receive access to webinars, educational material and special events based on your membership level. For access, please visit multifamilyu.com/club
- What is the Minimum Investment Amount to Invest in a Grocapitus Syndication?The minimum investment for an accredited investor to join one of our equity syndications is $75,000. However, for first-time investors, we can accept a $50,000 minimum investment.
- What Steps Are Needed To Complete An Investment?The process to register for an investment is via the Grocapitus Investor Portal. Login to the portal or create an account if you are a new investor with us. Follow the prompts to fill in your investment information and electronically sign documents. Once your spot is confirmed, the next steps will be to verify your accredited status. Upon completion of verification, the wire instructions will be supplied securely within the portal. Your funds are due in the bank within 10 days of spot confirmation. If you are funding via IRA, we can give you an additional 10 days if needed to work with your IRA company.
- As An Investor, What Type Of Reporting Is Provided?Investors can expect regularly scheduled updates, every month, for newly acquired value-add investments until they reach stabilization, and every two months for new developments. In addition to monthly updates, Grocapitus also hosts webinars on a regular cadence where management presents operating and financial results, in addition to an interactive Q&A session. Grocapitus also hosts investor-driven Q&A webinars where the entire webinar is allotted to investors’ questions.
Investors will also receive a K1, anticipated to be provided by March 31st following each year in which profits or losses are earned, securely uploaded to your investor portal.
Grocapitus Specific
- What Types of Properties Does Grocapitus Invest In?Grocapitus focuses on high-growth commercial real estate, including:
- Multifamily (apartment and mid-market townhome complexes)
- Build-to-rent townhome communities
- Industrial and student housing in select markets
- Do I Have to Be Involved in Day-to-Day Management?No. Syndications are passive investments. Our team handles all the heavy lifting—from acquisition to daily management to disposition—while investors receive regular updates and distributions.
Our Companies & Brands
- What Is Mission 10K?Mission 10K partners with purpose-driven investors to build high-quality rental townhome communities for middle-class families. As families give up on owning a home, they need an alternative that provides essential amenities and an enhanced quality of life. Learn more at https://mission10k.com/
- What Is Elevation Development?Elevation Development is the in-house real estate development arm of Grocapitus, specializing in ground-up construction and adaptive reuse of multifamily, build-to-rent, and commercial properties. Elevation focuses on high-growth markets backed by data and seeks to deliver strong investor returns via thoughtful design, cost-efficient construction, and strategic location selection. Learn more at: https://elevationredev.com/
- What Types of Projects Does Elevation Development Build?Elevation develops:
- Build-to-rent townhome communities
- Mid-market apartment complexes
- Business spaces tailored to modern needs
- Student housing and other niche real estate
Each project is driven by demographic trends, market demand, and data modeling.
- What is Equinox?Our Rental Brand: With 25+ years of expertise in developing premier townhome communities, our team deeply understands the market and is dedicated to delivering top-notch properties tailored to our residents’ needs. Our latest mission: making mid-market townhomes accessible for more families. Learn more at https://liveequinox.com/