Karis Capital enters real estate finance market

Karis Capital has announced its launch as a premier real estate debt advisory firm, with plans to redefine how developers and investors navigate real estate financing.

The new firm is being led by co-founder and CEO, Nicholas Christofi, who already has a repuation in structured finance, as well as another co-founder, Demetrios Antoniou, who has a background in investment banking.

Karis will offer nationwide expert counsel on debt and equity including development funding, short-term lending, investment finance, commercial mortgages, high net worth (HNW) mortgages, asset finance and commercial insurance.

As an advisory firm, Karis will fill act as an external financial director (FD) for its clients, not only facilitating finance but also providing a blueprint to guide them through the complex real estate financing landscape.

“We are thrilled to bring Karis Capital to the real estate community,” Christofi, commented. “Our goal is to redefine the way developers and investors approach financing. We are not just offering solutions; we are building enduring partnerships that fuel success.”

As part of its launch, Karis will also be unveiling a range of exclusive limited products developed in collaboration with key lenders.



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