Rainier emphasizes a disciplined and analytical approach to the lifecycle of the deal. As a boutique firm, Rainier has the talent to position an expert at the forefront of every phase of the investment.
Drawing upon a lifetime of contacts and experience, Rainier provides a superior approach to acquisitions sourcing. The company’s risk-averse philosophy leads it to pursue stable Class A and top tier Class B assets with predictable cash flows. Rainier’s due diligence process extends significantly beyond the industry standards. In addition, the firm regularly contracts with third-party experts to perform a second level of investigation. These market studies and valuations provide an additional layer of safety through independent opinions and counsel.
Rainier pursues properties that are not widely marketed. Typical acquisitions possess strong real estate fundamentals including healthy markets, excellent locations and sound construction. Rainier’s creative approach is to find such assets with compelling motivation to sell due to impaired ownership or capital structures. Rainier then negotiates every transaction to acquire real estate at the best possible purchase price. This strategy translates into immediate value for the investor.
Once an acquisition target has been identified, Rainier structures the transaction and secures optimum underwriting to position the investment for the best possible risk-adjusted returns. Investments are financially engineered exceeding industry best practices to preserve income and maximize cash flow and capital appreciation for the investor.
The deal is not over when the asset is purchased. Rainier’s asset management and operations expertise ensures that an owner’s viewpoint is present throughout the lifecycle of the deal. Rainier chooses not to rely upon in-house property management, believing that it skews the investment perspective and turns the focus to fee generation. Instead Rainier is free to select the right property management firm for each property according to property type and submarket.
Finally, Rainier enters every acquisition with a disposition target and identifiable exit strategy in place that make sense for the asset, the lender and the investor.
