What Harbor Group International does

Harbor Group International (HGI) is a privately held, globally diversified real estate investment and management firm founded in 1985 by Jordan E. Slone and headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia. The firm invests in and manages office, retail, and multifamily property portfolios, controlling approximately $21 billion in capitalized real estate assets across 537 properties, roughly 70,000 multifamily units, and 5 million square feet of commercial space, supported by about 1,600 employees across offices in Norfolk, New York, Los Angeles, Baltimore, Hong Kong, and Tel Aviv. Its portfolio includes trophy assets such as 51 West 52nd Street (Black Rock) in Manhattan and large Sunbelt multifamily communities acquired through single transactions and portfolio deals, including the 2025 $2.55 billion acquisition campaign that ranked HGI as the #1 multifamily buyer in the U.S. by MSCI.

HGI operates across two principal revenue streams: direct real estate equity investments, generating rental income and capital appreciation, and real estate credit/lending through the HGI Multifamily Credit Fund, which originates senior mortgage bridge loans, mezzanine financing, and preferred equity at approximately 8% to 12% returns. The HGI Capital Management subsidiary manages hedge fund and alternative investment strategies, while Harbor Group Management Company (HGMC) handles property management, leasing, and construction management across 24 states for multifamily and 18 states for commercial assets. Distribution combines direct institutional sales to pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, insurance companies, and family offices with a newer wealth-management channel via the CAIS platform.

HGI monetizes through rental income on owned properties, asset-management and property-management fees, credit fund economics, and transaction fees on acquisitions and dispositions, with investment minimums and fees negotiated privately with institutional and accredited investors. The firm has maintained long-tenured investor relationships (many exceeding 20 years) and a stable senior leadership team that includes the founder as CEO, supported by disciplined underwriting criteria (only 1% of opportunities advance). Recent strategic priorities emphasize scaling the credit platform, deepening the wealth-advisor channel through CAIS, and continuing large-scale multifamily portfolio acquisitions through JVs with operating partners such as The Garrett Companies and Telis Group.

Name

Harbor Group International

Legal name

Harbor Group International, LLC

Website

http://harborgroupint.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Harbor Group International is a privately held, Norfolk-based real estate investment and management firm founded in 1985, controlling $21 billion in assets across ~70,000 multifamily units, 5 million sq ft of commercial space, and a multifamily credit platform, serving institutional investors, family offices, and private wealth clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Real Estate Investment

NAICS

Real Estate Property Managers (53131), Portfolio Management and Investment Advice (52394), Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices (551114), Other Financial Vehicles (525990)

SIC

Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531), Operators Of Nonresidential Buildings (6512), Real Estate Dealers (For Their Own Account) (6532)

akta.pro primary industry

Real Estate Portfolio & Fund Management (Institutional/REIT/PE) (BPAJAMAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Specialty Real Assets / Niche Strategies (Marinas, Student Housing, Self-Storage, Life Science RE) (FSANAEAO), Capital Markets Advisory (Equity Placement, JV & Recapitalization) (BPAJABAL)

Keywords

• Real estate investment
• Property management
• Commercial real estate
• Multifamily investments
• Real estate credit

Headquarters

HQ city

Norfolk

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Real Estate Equity Investments: Direct ownership and management of multifamily, office, and retail properties generating rental income and capital appreciation.
2. Real Estate Credit/Lending: The firm provides senior mortgage bridge loans, mezzanine financing, and preferred equity investments on multifamily properties. The HGI Multifamily Credit Fund offers fixed and floating-rate senior, mezzanine and preferred-equity loans at rates of about 8% to 12%.
3. Property Management Services: Harbor Group Management Company (HGMC) manages approximately 65,000 market rate and affordable apartment units in 24 states and 9 million square feet of commercial properties in 18 states, generating fee income.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Harbor Group International invests in and manages diversified real estate portfolios including office, retail, and multifamily properties, with approximately 70,000 multifamily units and 5 million square feet of commercial real estate under management. The firm also provides real estate credit strategies, including senior mortgage bridge loans, mezzanine financing, and preferred equity investments, and operates an institutional property management subsidiary (HGMC) covering 65,000 apartment units across 24 states.

Product overview

Harbor Group International is a diversified real estate investment and management firm offering multiple investment products across real estate equity and credit. The core offerings include multifamily residential investments (the largest portfolio segment with ~65,000+ units), office property investments (including trophy Class A towers), and retail investments. HGI also operates alternative investment strategies through its mezzanine/preferred equity platform and HGI Capital Management subsidiary for hedge fund strategies. The firm also offers real estate private credit strategies through the CAIS platform. These products serve institutional investors, family offices, and private wealth clients through direct investments and fund structures.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HGI Capital Management: Hedge fund and alternative investment management platform managing real estate debt and equity strategies.

Products and services

• Multifamily Investments HGI invests in multifamily residential properties including apartments and mixed-use communities across the United States, with a portfolio spanning approximately 65,000 to 70,000 multifamily units. Offered to institutional investors, family offices, and private wealth clients through direct equity and fund structures.
• Office Investments HGI owns and manages Class A office properties including trophy towers in major metropolitan markets such as Manhattan (51 West 52nd Street / Black Rock) and other urban centers, totaling approximately 5 million square feet of commercial real estate. Offered to institutional investors through direct equity and credit vehicles.
• Retail Investments HGI invests in retail properties including shopping centers and retail assets in various markets across the United States. Sold to and leased by retail tenants; held for institutional investor capital.
• Alternative Investments (Mezzanine/Preferred Equity) HGI provides mezzanine financing, preferred equity, and structured capital solutions to real estate sponsors, leveraging more than 30 years of experience to offer quick feedback and expedited underwriting for borrowers. Structured for institutional investors, family offices, and private wealth clients.
• HGI Capital Management LLC An affiliate of HGI that manages hedge fund strategies related to real estate debt and equity investments, providing investment management services to institutional investors.
• Harbor Group Management Company (HGMC) Property Management Property management, property leasing, and construction management services for approximately 65,000 market rate and affordable apartment units in 24 states and 9 million square feet of commercial properties in 18 states. Generates fee income for HGI's owners and serves tenants of HGI-owned and third-party managed assets.
• Real Estate Private Credit Strategies (CAIS Platform) HGI real estate private credit investment strategies distributed via the CAIS alternative investment platform, providing income-oriented solutions backed by multifamily assets to wealth management firms and financial advisors representing high-net-worth clients.
• Direct Real Estate Equity (Investment Strategy) HGI invests directly in real estate properties including acquisitions, dispositions, and asset management across multifamily, office, and retail sectors. The strategy targets institutional investors, family offices, and private wealth clients seeking diversified, income-generating real estate exposure with conservative underwriting.
• HGI Multifamily Credit Fund HGI Multifamily Credit Fund offers fixed and floating-rate senior mortgage bridge loans, mezzanine debt, and preferred equity financing for multifamily properties throughout the United States, targeting approximately 8% to 12% returns depending on debt type. Open to institutional investors including CPP Investment Board and other limited partners.

Quantifiable outcome

• Only 1% of opportunities received meet HGI's strict real estate investment criteria
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• The Garrett CompaniescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 May 2026HGI partnered with The Garrett Companies (nationally recognized multifamily development, construction and management firm) and Telis Group to complete $630.5 million recapitalization of a 2,192-unit multifamily portfolio in January 2025. The partnership later refinanced eight properties totaling 1,573 units through a $351 million loan facility originated by ACRE. The Garrett Companies brings over 25 years of experience delivering institutional-quality communities across the U.S. with fully integrated development, construction, and property management capabilities.
• Telis GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 May 2026Telis Group, founded in 2023, is a partner-owned vertically integrated real estate fund manager specializing in flexible equity capital solutions for multifamily sponsors. Currently manages a $1.8B portfolio representing over 7,500 units across 9 states and 13 markets. Partnered with HGI and The Garrett Companies on joint venture covering 11-asset multifamily portfolio recapitalization.
• CBRE Investment ManagementcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 May 2026HGI and CBRE Investment Management closed acquisition of the New England Multifamily Portfolio, a joint venture expanding Greater Boston footprint with over 2,700 units. CBRE Investment Management is a leading global commercial real estate investment firm.
• Image CapitalminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 May 2026Image Capital, LLC participated with HGI on the acquisition of 9 properties from AH Realty Trust portfolio at $485 million. Image Capital has been a co-investor with HGI on previous transactions including The Frederick in Crown Heights, Brooklyn.
• CAIScoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 6 April 2026HGI joined the CAIS platform, the leading alternative investment platform for financial advisors, to expand access to its real estate private credit strategies. CAIS connects over 2,000 wealth management firms and more than 62,000 financial advisors to curated alternative investment solutions. This partnership enables HGI to reach wealth management channel amid rising demand for private credit solutions backed by real assets.
• AH Realty TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 March 2026HGI entered binding purchase and sale agreement to acquire AH Realty Trust's 11-property multifamily portfolio for $562 million in cash. The agreement brings together two long-standing Hampton Roads-based institutions. HGI provided $15 million nonrefundable deposit, and the transaction closed on 9 of 11 properties at $485 million in May 2026.
• River Oaks PropertiesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 17 October 2025River Oaks Properties acquired HGI's retail property in Miami's Design District for $27 million. The property was fully leased with long-term tenants including Rimowa and Birkenstock. ROP's acquisition represents HGI's disposition to another real estate operator.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments3 records

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