By John P. Lloyd, CEO, President & Co-founder There is a specific kind of “knot in the stomach” that many of my investors describe when we sit down to talk. It isn’t the fear of a sudden market crash—most of the people I partner with have the resilience to weather a storm...
An institutional ADU-focused investment group sought financing to refinance an existing property and execute a large-scale infill development, adding 12 new ADU units to an already improved site. The density, construction scope, and reliance on ADU Bonus Program incentives placed the project...
A borrower sought to unlock equity from a free-and-clear four-unit residential property in the Ocean Beach community of San Diego, within blocks of the beach, while completing renovations to improve unit condition and increase rental income. The need for both refinance proceeds and renovation...
Experienced real estate investors sought financing to add two modular ADUs to an existing four-unit property while preserving a favorable low-rate first mortgage. The need for subordinate construction financing and staged funding made this transaction outside the scope of most conventional...
A repeat Fidelis borrower and experienced San Diego residential developer needed construction financing to execute a value-add infill project in the North Park neighborhood. The project combined renovation of an existing single-family residence with ground-up construction of new loft-style...
The Hook When I sit down with prospective investors, one technical term causes the most confusion: the loan-to-value ratio, or LTV. Most understand it’s a key metric, but they aren’t always sure why it is the “pulse” of their investment security. At Fidelis, we challenge...
As investors, we often spend disproportionate time analyzing potential yield. We look at the upside, the interest rate, and the monthly cash flow. These are important metrics, but they are secondary to the primary goal of any prudent investor: Capital Preservation. If you have ever felt a knot...
I’ve spent a lot of my life on trails, pushing through the miles of ultra-marathons. When you’re at mile forty and the sun is dipping below the horizon, you learn a lot about endurance. But over the years, I’ve realized that the most important “long run” isn’t measured in miles—it’s...
There is a specific kind of “knot in the stomach” that experienced investors feel when the economic winds begin to shift. We’ve seen it before—in the early 90s, the dot-com burst, and the Great Recession. As we navigate the complexities of 2026, that familiar tension is back. You...
A repeat Fidelis borrower and experienced real estate investor secured financing to reposition an aging residential property in East San Diego County. The project includes a full renovation of the existing home along with the addition of a new detached unit and garage structures to maximize...
An experienced small business owner and real estate investor sought short-term financing to refinance an existing private loan while renovating a vacant residential property in East San Diego County. The property, located on a large lot, includes a single-family home and a detached accessory...
By John Lloyd, CEO, Fidelis Private Fund When I sit down with new investors, a question that often comes up is “what are fees to invest”. In the investment world, there is often a massive gap between the “advertised” return and what actually lands in your bank account. You are right...
By John Lloyd, CEO, Fidelis Private Fund There is a specific kind of “knot” that many investors feel when they move capital into the private markets. It’s the tension between the desire for a meaningful yield and the primal need for Capital Preservation and access. We’ve all seen the...
A real estate investor with a long track record of owning and operating industrial properties needed to refinance existing debt on two stabilized industrial condominium units while also accessing equity for other investment opportunities. While the property was fully leased and generating strong...
A long-time family-owned property had fallen into significant disrepair over decades, including deferred maintenance and code violations. The borrower needed short-term financing to complete a major renovation and construct an ADU to reposition the property as a two-unit income-producing...
A reputable mortgage broker referred the borrowers. They needed a lender who could provide short-term acquisition financing for an SFR while allowing them to fund the renovation themselves and refinance once the property was stabilized.
By John Lloyd, CEO, Fidelis Private Fund When you invest with Fidelis Private Fund, you’re investing in San Diego. This is one of the most geographically protected markets in the country — bordered by the Pacific Ocean, Camp Pendleton, mountains and desert, and the U.S.–Mexico border. Those...
By John Lloyd, CEO, Fidelis Private Fund There is a specific kind of “knot in the stomach” that every seasoned investor knows. It’s that subtle, persistent anxiety that surfaces when the headlines turn volatile and the markets begin to shift. For many of us, the primary concern...
By John Lloyd, CEO, Fidelis Private Fund When I talk with new investors, this question always comes up: “How do I get my money back when I need it?” In the world of private real estate, there is a common fear that capital enters a “black hole” where it’s locked away for a...
By John Lloyd, CEO, Fidelis Private Fund For many successful investors, the allure of real estate is undeniable. We are drawn to the tangibility of it—the idea of owning a piece of the earth that generates consistent cash flow. Yet, there is a common point in an investor’s journey where the...
