Top Real Estate Independent Sponsors with Recent Private M&A Activity

881

Active Firms

26,515

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$15M

Core Revenue Range

$600K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 13%

Texas 12%

California 11%

New York 7%

New Jersey 4%

Key Attributes

Focus: Control Investments | Capital Source: Deal-By-Deal Financing | Operating Approach: Scale & Exit

Collins Group LLC

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Collins Group LLC is primarily a real estate multifamily PE firm with $1B in assets under management. Collins Group also invests in Private placements and IPOs and is looking to acquire more businesses.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Segula Capital Partners LLC

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Segula Capital Partners ("SCP") is a dynamic middle-market sponsor group and family office that primarily targets opportunities in the government services and insurance sectors. By leveraging deep industry expertise and a comprehensive understanding of market trends, SCP delivers exceptional value to its portfolio companies. While maintaining a strong focus on these core sectors, the firm remains open to exploring new verticals to capitalize on emerging growth opportunities. SCP is committed to fostering sustainable growth and innovation, while building lasting relationships with its partners…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Backer North Investments

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Backer North Investments is a private equity independent sponsor based in Toronto, Canada. We specialize in investing in profitable Canadian B2B service firms. Find out more about us at https://backernorth.com/

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Naveed Holdings

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Naveed Holdings is an acquisition-focused investment group targeting established lower middle-market service businesses. We focus on companies with strong cash flow, repeat or recurring revenue, and opportunities for operational improvement and long-term growth. Faisal is a hands-on buyer committed to maintaining continuity while building on the seller’s legacy.

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McArdle Companies

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I’ve spent the last 10 years of my career acquiring software companies across two different portfolios. In that time I have acquired over 50 businesses. I am now turning my attention to acquiring a private portfolio of companies with an emphasis on non-technical businesses

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AVG Capital

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AVG Capital is a consumer-focused investment group targeting majority acquisitions of lower mid-market businesses with $2–5M EBITDA across the US. We focus on founder-led or succession-driven companies where we can add strategic and operational value. Backed by a strong investor network, we take a hands-on approach to scaling consumer brands. Previous deals include Chew Brew and Cape Drinks.

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EML Partners

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Operating executive with track record of building, scaling and transforming complex businesses.Scaled a real estate business from founding team to $400M ARR and 500+ employees across 10 countries.P&L owner for hospitality and industrial marketplace businesses, navigating turnarounds and operational transformation.Background also includes government (Bloomberg Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce) and finance (Morgan Stanley).

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Cottonwood

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Acquiring established businesses with a minimum $3M EBITDA across Financial Services, Education, Food, Agriculture, Manufacturing, and CPG. We bring deep operational expertise, M&A experience, and growth capital to partner with proven businesses ready to scale.

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Bellvale Holdings LLC

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Bellvale buys small, vertical software companies and holds them permanently. We work with founders who want a thoughtful transition and a long-term home for their team, customers, and product.After the close, we reinvest in the product, support the existing team, and make operating decisions with years in mind. The brand, the team, and the culture stay intact, and customers continue to get the product they depend on.We focus on B2B software that supports mission-critical workflows in a specific industry, with a preference for regulated, slower-moving spaces where switching costs are real and…

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Helix Management Group

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Helix Management Group was founded to preserve and grow the backbone of the American economy—established, service-based businesses built by dedicated owners and operators. Our mission is to acquire and elevate legacy companies through operational excellence, thoughtful succession, and long-term stewardship.Backed by decades of experience in investment and acquisitions, the Helix team centralizes leadership, modernizes infrastructure, and expands market reach while protecting what makes each business unique. We focus on founder-led companies with a strong track record, loyal teams, and a…

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Heron Partners LLC

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Direct investment operating platform focused on controlling acquisition of NE-based manufacturing & specialized distribution firms with $1-3M EBITDA. 25+ years of industrial manufacturing experience, plus sell/buy-side investing. Independent Sponsor model, but with direct operating responsibility post-close.

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Park Saxa Partners

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At Park Saxa, we invest in differentiated services, tech-enabled services, and vertically focused technology companies. Our principals have 30+ years of combined private equity experience and have deployed capital across dozens of transactions valued at over $20Bn in enterprise value. With experience from large, institutional private equity firms (TA Associates, Brighton Park Capital, Veritas Capital, Partners Group), we pair the know-how of large-cap private equity with a long-term and collaborative approach.Focus areas include, but are not limited to: healthcare services and technology,…

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Hyak Capital

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25 year finance veteran. Experienced executing mergers and acquisitions. Here seeking to better understand opportunities that might be out there. Looking forward to uncovering opportunities that might be actionable.

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Vineyard Infrastructure

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Vineyard Infrastructure is a private investment firm focused on infrastructure and infrastructure-like investments in standalone projects and small to medium sized businesses with the goal of building platforms through growth capital and acquisitions. Vineyard actively pursues businesses with enterprise values between $4mm to $30mm, Revenues between $3mm and $40mm, and EBITDA between $1mm and $6mm. We plan to work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

BSA RE

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BSA RE has a proven track record in doubling and tripling small business with a starting revenue or 1-2 million dollars. We have also acquired multiple real estate portfolios and turned them into more profitable turnkey operations creating an easy exit for operators and investors alike. Our goal is to acquire the right opportunities where we can apply our knowledge and skills to scale quickly and efficiently,

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

NATX Investments

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Strategic Sales Director and M&A practitioner with a proven track record of driving top-line revenue growth while sourcing, evaluating, and executing strategic business acquisitions.On the commercial side, I specialize in scaling sales organizations, optimizing field operations, and launching go-to-market strategies within complex, tech-driven sectors. Beyond revenue execution, my expertise extends deep into the M&A lifecycle—identifying off-market deal flow, conducting rigorous financial due diligence, modeling deal structures, and executing buy-side growth strategies.

Recent Transactions

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Colony RX

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Looking for great investments with a focus on healthcare and ed-tech, although we are industry agnostic for the right investment. We have completed eight successful purchases and sales over the past 10 years.

Recent Transactions

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Moraga Capital

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Moraga Capital is a private investment firm focused on change-of-control equity transactions in the Mid-Atlantic. Moraga is industry agnostic and utilizes strategic capital and operational expertise to enhance value creation for the long-term.We target companies with revenues of $5 to $50 million and annual pre-tax earnings greater than $2 million. Moraga invests alongside a longstanding cadre of family offices, high net worth individuals and industry experts.

Recent Transactions

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mesha

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mesha is acquiring accounting firms and business support service firms. We focus on businesses with positive cash flow and recurring business that enables us to consolidate and cross-sell our other investments' services. We have acquired 2 companies so far

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Laverne Holdings

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Investment holding company focused on buying and holding long term compounders with $1-5m of EBITDA and a history of profitable growth. Founded by investment principals with 15+ years of investment experience across multiple sectors including TMT, Healthcare and Consumer.

Recent Transactions

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Firms in the Real Estate Independent Sponsors directory are ordered based on recent deal activity on Axial. The default order reflects observed market signals rather than a subjective ranking of firm quality.

Each profile provides information about the firm’s areas of focus, transaction criteria, and relevant activity on Axial’s M&A platform. Together, these details provide a clearer view of where a firm is active and the types of companies and opportunities most relevant for it.

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Real Estate Independent Sponsors is $3M-$15M, with a core EBITDA range of $600K-$3M. Company size can be an important indicator of fit, as firms often concentrate their experience, resources, and transaction activity within particular segments of the market.

Relevant Real Estate experience can be an important consideration when evaluating a firm. Familiarity with the sector can provide a stronger understanding of its business models, market dynamics, valuation considerations, and transaction environment. The 881 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Real Estate.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Real Estate Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Real Estate, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

When comparing Independent Sponsors with experience in Real Estate, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 881 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

Axial can help you identify and connect with firms based on your objectives and what you are looking to accomplish. The process varies depending on your role and transaction needs. If you are interested in connecting with firms in the Real Estate Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.

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