Board of Advisors

Expert Commercial Real Estate Investment Advisors

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Robert Foley "Founder AND CEO

Robert has over 25 years of dedicated experience in the real estate industry, Robert has established himself as a seasoned professional and successful entrepreneur. As co-founder of both REKI and Re-Advanced, he has built a reputation for excellence in real estate ventures and strategic business development.

Throughout his distinguished career, Robert has developed comprehensive expertise in acquisition strategies, enabling him to navigate complex transactions with precision and efficiency. His deep understanding of market dynamics and proven methodologies consistently deliver smooth closings for his partners, eliminating the common stress and complications that often accompany real estate transactions.

Robert's quarter-century of experience has equipped him with invaluable insights into market trends, negotiation tactics, and transaction management. His commitment to providing seamless, headache-free experiences has made him a trusted advisor to partners seeking reliable expertise in their real estate endeavors.

As a founder of two successful real estate companies, Robert combines entrepreneurial vision with hands-on industry knowledge, ensuring that every partner benefits from his extensive experience and strategic approach to real estate acquisition and development.

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Kari Foley "Co-Founder Director of Administration"

Kari serves as Director of Administration, bringing together her credentials as a licensed real estate agent with years of invaluable experience in administration for some of the largest investment firms in the industry. Her unique combination of real estate knowledge and high-level administrative expertise makes her an indispensable leader within the organization.

Having worked with major investment firms, Kari has developed an exceptional understanding of the complex operational requirements that drive successful real estate ventures. Her experience in these demanding environments has honed her ability to manage intricate processes, coordinate multiple stakeholders, and ensure seamless execution of critical business functions.

Kari's attention to detail is legendary within the organization. Her meticulous approach to documentation, process management, and quality control ensures that nothing falls through the cracks. This precision, combined with her outstanding organizational skills, creates the foundation upon which the entire organization operates effectively.

As a licensed real estate agent, Kari brings practical industry knowledge that enhances her administrative capabilities. Her understanding of real estate transactions, regulations, and market dynamics allows her to anticipate needs and streamline processes in ways that purely administrative professionals cannot.

Kari truly serves as the lifeblood of the organization. Her expertise and dedication ensure that all moving parts work in harmony, enabling the entire team to focus on their core responsibilities while knowing that operations are in exceptionally capable hands. Without her tireless efforts and organizational mastery, the complex machinery of the business simply would not function. Her role is not just important—it is absolutely essential to the organization's continued success.

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Stephen Sawins - "VP of Underwriting"

Stephen serves as Vice President of Underwriting, bringing a unique and valuable background from his former career as a chemist for a large pharmaceutical company. His transition from the precision-demanding world of pharmaceutical chemistry to real estate underwriting represents a perfect alignment of skills and expertise.

In his previous role as a chemist, Stephen developed an exceptional attention to detail that was absolutely critical to his success in the pharmaceutical industry. This meticulous approach to analysis, data interpretation, and quality control has translated seamlessly into his underwriting responsibilities, where the same level of precision is essential for evaluating investment opportunities and ensuring successful transactions.

Stephen's scientific background has equipped him with the analytical rigor and systematic thinking necessary to excel in underwriting. His ability to dissect complex financial data, assess risk factors, and identify potential issues mirrors the methodical approach he perfected in pharmaceutical research. This skill set makes him the perfect fit to lead the underwriting department, where every detail matters in closing deals with precision and ease.

Understanding that time kills deals, Stephen has built and maintains a properly functioning underwriting department where deadlines are never missed. His commitment to efficiency and accuracy ensures that the underwriting process moves smoothly and swiftly, enabling the team to capitalize on opportunities without delay.

Stephen's combination of scientific precision, analytical expertise, and operational excellence has made him an invaluable asset to the organization. His leadership of the underwriting department ensures that every transaction is thoroughly vetted and processed with the attention to detail that successful real estate investments demand.

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