JLJ Capital is a middle-market private commercial real estate lender, founded in 2017 by Jonathan Lewis. They are focused on lending on different types of commercial real estate throughout the continental U.S., with a focus on New Jersey, New York and Texas.
High-Level Lending Parameters
Bridge Lending
Loan Amounts: $5-80 million
Loan-to-Value: Up to 85%
Lending Terms: 1 to 24 months with extension options (typically 9 to 12 months)
Interest Rate: 7% to 14%
Markets: short-term in New Jersey, New York and Texas
Asset Class: Multifamily, mixed-used, industrial real estate and entitled land. Small balance program, mezzanine, preferred equity, ground up construction, residential, fix and flip loans are also available
Recently-Closed Deals
- Office: Preferred equity in New Canaan, CT for $2 million
- 12-month term, 31,108 sq ft
- Multifamily: Ground-up construction in Allen, TX for $55 million
- 3-year term, 387,462 sq ft
- Retail: Bridge lending in San Antonio, TX for $3 million
- 12-month term, 61,000 sq ft
