Frequently Asked
Questions

Minimum investment varies by deal structure and project. Equity co-investments typically start at $250,000, preferred equity positions at $500,000, and joint venture partnerships at $1 million or more. We work with individual accredited investors, family offices, and institutional capital. Contact our investor relations team to discuss current opportunities and find the right fit for your investment profile.

Timelines vary by project scope and complexity. Commercial developments typically run 18-30 months from groundbreaking to delivery. Large-scale mixed-use projects like the Windsor City Expansion span 3-4 years across multiple phases. Our Costa Rica resort development has a projected 3-year build cycle. We provide detailed project schedules and regular progress updates to all investors and partners.

Five M is currently active in three core markets: Northern Colorado (commercial and mixed-use development), Southern California (luxury beachfront residential), and Guanacaste, Costa Rica (luxury resort and condotel development). We intentionally focus on markets where we have deep local knowledge, established relationships, and proven execution capabilities — this geographic discipline is central to our risk management approach.

Each development is typically structured as a separate special purpose entity (SPE), most commonly a limited liability company. Five M serves as the managing member/general partner and co-invests alongside limited partners. This structure provides investors with liability protection, pass-through tax treatment, and clear governance. Deal-specific terms including preferred returns, promote structures, and distribution waterfalls are detailed in each project's offering documents.

Our due diligence process is rigorous and multi-layered. It includes comprehensive market analysis, environmental and geotechnical studies, zoning and entitlement review, financial modeling with multiple scenario analyses, competitive assessments, and engagement of third-party specialists as warranted. We also conduct thorough reviews of all legal, tax, and regulatory considerations specific to each project and jurisdiction. Our commitment is that no capital is deployed until every material risk has been identified and addressed.

Over 20+ years, Five M has completed 54 projects with a total developed value exceeding $560 million. Our average net IRR to investors is 22%, with an average equity multiple of 1.9x. We have never lost investor principal on a completed project. Our portfolio spans commercial, residential, resort, and mixed-use developments across three countries. Detailed track record documentation is available to qualified investors upon request.

Yes. Alignment of interests is a core principle at Five M. Our principals invest meaningful personal capital alongside our partners in every project we undertake. Typically, Five M's co-investment represents 5-15% of total project equity. This ensures that our team's financial interests are directly tied to the success of each development and that we share in both the upside and the risk.

Our Costa Rica resort development is currently in the planning and capitalization phase, with multiple investment tranches available. We're seeking equity partners, preferred equity investors, and strategic hospitality partners for this $220M project. Contact our investor relations team for the project memorandum, financial projections, and partnership details. International investors are welcome.

Five M's development expertise spans four primary asset classes: commercial (Class A office, retail, industrial, and flex space), mixed-use (the integration of hospitality, retail, dining, and residential in master-planned communities), luxury residential (bespoke beachfront homes), and resort/hospitality (boutique hotels and condotel communities). This diversification across asset types, combined with our geographic focus, creates a balanced risk profile.

We make it easy to connect. You can schedule a consultation directly through our website using our online booking tool, email us at hello@fivemrealestate.com, or call (303) 555-0100. Our team is based in Denver, Colorado, and we welcome both in-person and virtual meetings. We typically respond to inquiries within 24 hours.

Absolutely. We have experience structuring investments for international capital, including appropriate entity structures, tax treaty considerations, and FIRPTA compliance for US-based assets. Our Costa Rica development is specifically designed to accommodate international investors with favorable local tax treatment. Our legal partners specialize in cross-border real estate transactions.

Transparency is paramount. Active investors receive quarterly financial reports, monthly construction progress updates (for projects under development), annual K-1 tax documents, and ad-hoc communications for material developments. We also host semi-annual investor calls and provide access to a secure investor portal with real-time project dashboards and document archives.