Top Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) Investment Banks with Recent Private M&A Activity

100

Active Firms

154

TTM Deal Flow

$3M-$26M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$4M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

California 14%

Florida 10%

New York 8%

Massachusetts 6%

Louisiana 5%

Key Attributes

Best For: Complex Transactions | Typical Fee: Retainer & Success fee | Coverage: Dedicated, Sector-Focused Deal Teams

GT Securities

10 Total Closed Deals

View Full Profile

Founded in 2002, GT Securities is a modern, tech-driven investment bank and broker-dealer platform that facilitates winning transactions between our 300+ independent investment banker partners, companies looking to grow or exit, and investors/buyers seeking ROI. We have successfully passed multiple regular cycle FINRA, SEC, and state securities examinations & audits and have a fully “clean” compliance record.

Recent Transactions

View All

Aug 2023 Advised Metropolitan Skin Clinic in its sale to Growthink Capital
Aug 2023 Advised MPulse Software, Inc. in its sale to Anonymous Company
May 2022 Advised Blue Whale Materials in its sale to Ara Partners
Mar 2022 Advised Agro Logistic Systems Inc. in its sale to MGK

Artesia Capital, LLC

10 Total Closed Deals

View Full Profile

Artesia Capital is a boutique investment bank and M&A advisory firm focused on securing debt and equity for middle-market and upper-middle-market companies. Artesia also offers advisory and investor relations services. We specialize in Consumer Products, Food and Beverages, Distilleries, Wineries, Retail, eCommerce, Packaging, Cannabis and CBD, Health Care, Packaging, SaaS, FinTech, Digital Media, Real Estate, Advertising, and Industrials.

Recent Transactions

View All

May 2024 Assisted Sunshine Enclosures in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
Jun 2023 Assisted Aggrigator in securing debt financing from US Strategic Capital
May 2023 Advised Dog Park Publishing in its sale to I'd Rather Be With My Dog
Mar 2023 Assisted Sunshine Packaging in securing debt financing from Oxford Bank

Black Legend Capital

7 Total Closed Deals

View Full Profile

At Black Legend Capital, we have the ability to provide an attractive assortment of financial ventures. We partner with corporations and management teams to provide strategy and consulting resources to build and grow great companies and asset-based projects. We have facilitated several industry projects to generate leading returns for our clients.Black Legend Capital was formed in 2011 by senior bankers formerly with Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Duff & Phelps.Through tenure with Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Duff & Phelps, the senior members of the BLC team have completed…

Recent Transactions

View All

Apr 2015 Advised Stone Group on an investment from Various Institutional and High Net Worth Investors
Feb 2015 Advised TOMII Wellness on an investment from Various Institutional Investors and High Net Worth Investors
Nov 2014 Advised Qrunch Foods on an investment from various individual and institutional investors
Feb 2011 Advised Navitas Land and Mineral on an investment from Various Investors

The Chicago Corporation

6 Total Closed Deals

View Full Profile

The Chicago Corporation is an independent Chicago-based investment banking firm focused on providing middle-market companies with a range of financial and corporate advisory services including merger and acquisitions, institutional debt and equity capital raising, and financial restructuring. The Chicago Corporation leverages the broad experience of its team to evaluate and implement financial strategies designed to maximize the value of a client's business. The firm is committed to a "client-first" approach, which ensures that its professionals work together to find the best market-based…

Recent Transactions

View All

Jul 2017 Advised Benefit Administrative Systems, LLC in its sale to HealthComp Holdings
Feb 2016 Advised Holton Food Products Company in its sale to Mantrose-Haeuser Co., Inc
Jun 2015 Advised Bridgeview Bancorp, Inc. on an investment from Various Investors
May 2014 Advised Go Packaging, LLC in its sale to Welch Packaging Group

Syed Brokerage & Capital Co.

6 Total Closed Deals

View Full Profile

Investment Bank , Accredited and Certified Merger & Acquisitions Advisor, Business and Commercial Investments Intermediary/Broker Expert, Investment Advisor, Consultant, 30+ Years Exp. of Verifiable Business Accomplishments, Steering Growth, Assets Wealth Expansion, Profit Generation Demonstration Proven Success in Delivering High Profits Attainment Through Targeted Innovative Business, and Investments Strategies.

Recent Transactions

View All

Dec 2016 Advised Schiller Plaza Commons on an investment from A1 Schiller Plaza LLC
Oct 2016 Assisted Midwest Gas Inc. in securing debt financing from Syed Brokerage & Capital Co.
May 2015 Advised Vishna Inc. on an investment from Syed Brokerage & Capital Co.
Jan 2015 Advised Lewis Ave Food Inc. in its sale to Investor

Salomon Whitney LLC

5 Total Closed Deals

View Full Profile

Our investment banking products are tailored to various client needs. Developing a thorough understanding of our client’s specific goals and evaluating the market dynamics of various industry sectors, we strive to provide unbiased finance solutions.Our ability to analyze all aspects of our client companies and assess the feasibility of all corporate finance options, allows us to recommend a solution tailored specifically for our clients. Building strong relationships with major institutional, strategic and corporate investors are powerful resources used to implement our corporate…

Recent Transactions

View All

Jan 2019 Invested in LYFT
Jan 2019 Invested in Palantir Usa Inc.
Jan 2019 Invested in Airbnb
Jan 2019 Invested in Pinterest

Stop Browsing. Start Transacting.

Join 20,000+ members who source deals, connect with counterparties, and close transactions on Axial.

Get Started Today

Primary Capital Inc

4 Total Closed Deals

View Full Profile

Primary Capital LLC (PC) is a full service investment banking firm registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and a member of both the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC). We provide a broad range of banking and advisory services with a focus on the needs of small to midsized public companies and late stage private companies. We provide direction, capital, and strategic relationships to companies that meet our criteria. Our range of services also includes providing fairness opinions in connection with…

Recent Transactions

View All

Mar 2013 Advised Jiangxi Kaiyuan Anfu Ham Co., Ltd on an investment from PE Fund in China
Oct 2012 Advised Net Element on an investment from Cazador Acquisition Corporation (SPAC)
Sep 2011 Advised Fujian Feichi Machinery Co., Ltd. on an investment from China Renaissance Capital Investment
May 2008 Advised SinoHub on an investment from China PE Fund

Xnergy Financial

4 Total Closed Deals

View Full Profile

Xnergy Financial, Member FINRA/ SIPC, is an international investment banking firm providing debt and equity and merger and acquisition services to emerging growth and middle market companies. Our extensive expertise in a broad range of industries enables us to deliver prompt, creative finance solutions to our clients regardless of complexity. Our sector specific team of professionals continuously tailors the finance solutions we provide to respond to the changing opportunities of our clients. Our services include debt and equity corporate finance, merger, acquisition, and disposition…

Recent Transactions

View All

Dec 2013 Advised Interpreters Unlimited on an investment from Bank of Southern California
Dec 2013 Advised Interpreters Unlimited on an investment from Bank of Southern California
Nov 2013 Advised EMX on an investment from Peterson Partners
Aug 2013 Advised Middlefork Development in its sale to MaxGo

RA Capital Advisors

2 Total Closed Deals

View Full Profile

RA Capital Advisors is a leading private investment bank specializing in mergers and acquisitions, private financings, shareholder matters, restructurings and crisis situations for clients ranging from middle market companies to the Fortune 500. Founded in 1988, the firm has served as financial advisor on some of the most significant and complex transactions in U.S. corporate history. RA Capital Advisors is a private investment bank. TRUSTED ADVISORS Since inception, RA Capital Advisors has consummated transactions on behalf of our advisory clients with an aggregate value in excess of $60…

Recent Transactions

View All

Aug 2011 Advised Mosaic, Inc. in its sale to Linquest Corporation
Aug 2011 Advised Gerber Scientific in its sale to Vector Capital for $283,000,000

Narrow Gate Funding, LLC

2 Total Closed Deals

View Full Profile

Army Veteran and pharma consulting background, I regularly encountered businesses seeking debt or equity for expansion. Recognizing the constant and ongoing need middle market companies and high net worth individuals had, my wife and I started Narrow Gate Funding. We now orchestrate debt and/or equity funding for businesses and high net worth individuals through our network of Family Offices, Private Equity, VC and Private Banking firms through investments that satisfy their funding criteria or investment niche(s). Company types span Early Stage, disruptive start ups to established middle…

Recent Transactions

View All

Jul 2018 Advised Oil Company on an investment from Private Party
Jun 2018 Advised Not Disclosed at This Time on an investment from Private Party

4Front Capital Partners

2 Total Closed Deals

View Full Profile

4Front Capital Partners is a boutique investment & merchant bank that focuses on raising capital for midsize Canadian and U.S companies. We screen deals for quality and help real capital meet real investment return opportunities. General StatsAmount raised in past 24 months: $200MMNumber of raises: 5Average size of raises: $40MM Total number of investments: 7

Recent Transactions

View All

Sep 2017 Advised MJardin Holding Corp. on an investment from -
Jan 2017 Assisted - in securing debt financing from -

Marber Capital

2 Total Closed Deals

View Full Profile

Marber Capital assists private companies from post-seed to middle market to prepare for capital raising (debt and equity), execute the raise, and then implements or enhances finance infrastructure and risk management procedures to grow the business. Mr. Berman has over 25 years’ experience in finance, first as an equity analyst covering manufacturers in Japan, then on the buy side with the Rockefeller family office doing deep-dive fundamental analysis, valuation and modeling for potential investment. His management experience began in the securities industry where he first led a small team…

Recent Transactions

View All

Oct 2019 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
Oct 2019 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company

Infinity Capital Partners

2 Total Closed Deals

View Full Profile

Infinity Capital Partners serves middle-market business owners seeking to exit, grow or recapitalize their business. Founded in 2016, our team of consulting and investment banking professionals is committed to serving the unique needs of privately-owned, middle-market businesses. We work hand-in-hand with business owners to maximize the value of their objectives, either through strategic exits or capital raising activities.

Recent Transactions

View All

Aug 2017 Advised Drillright Technology, Inc. in its sale to Integrity Directional Services
Apr 2017 Advised Wolverine Tube, Inc. in its sale to Shawnee Tubing Solutions

Regent Financial

1 Total Closed Deal

View Full Profile

We are a client-focused boutique investment bank. With a management team of 16 Managing Directors, 250+ years of combined experience, and $2.8B+ of successfully completed transactions, our mission is to add value to client businesses via a suite of bespoke financial services to support accelerated growth. These include corporate finance analysis, enterprise valuation, structured finance, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) advisory, post-merger integration support, debt/equity capital raise, external financial audit, project rating, credit analysis, risk management advisory, leveraged buyout…

Recent Transactions

View All

Mar 2022 Assisted Deshbandhu Group in securing debt financing from N/A

Schwendel-Van Deusen

1 Total Closed Deal

View Full Profile

Our investment banking services are crafted to empower businesses and investors to achieve their financial aspirations. We offer an array of financial services, including capital sourcing, mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity financing, and other intricate financial transactions. Our team of seasoned professionals possesses a profound comprehension of the global financial markets and collaborates closely with clients to devise bespoke solutions that cater to their unique needs. Whether you're a burgeoning start-up seeking to raise capital or a well-established corporation aiming to…

Recent Transactions

View All

Apr 2026 Advised EpiVax in its sale to SV Health Investors

Jahani & Associates

1 Total Closed Deal

View Full Profile

Jahani and Associates (J&A) is a privately held investment bank headquartered in New York City. J&A specializes in the intangible assets of the healthcare and technology verticals. The firm provides capital advisory, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory, and management consulting services to clients all over the globe.

Recent Transactions

View All

Nov 2020 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company

Clements Capital LLC

View Full Profile

Commercial Mortgage Banking and Business Capital Consulting related to Corporate Finance with a focus on term assets (real estate and equipment). Collaboration with private equity firms, hedge funds, commercial banks, law firms, accounting firms, investment bankers, commercial finance companies (ABL and Structured Finance lenders), and turnaround/management consultants.Distressed Debt focus helping developers salvage residential and mixed-use development projects. Arranging Discounted Payoffs (DPO's) and repricing of developmental projects through institutional funds.Specialties: Construction…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Westwood Capital LLC

View Full Profile

Westwood Capital is a leading US investment bank in the field of non-bank, financial services mergers and acquisitions. Since the founding of the firm in 1995, the M&A and financial advisory practice, together with the securitization and restructuring practices, have enabled Westwood to offer an extensive and complementary package of services to non-bank lenders and their shareholders. Over the years, Westwood has been a source of market knowledge for asset-based lenders, specialty lenders, leasing companies and factors, achieving unparalleled success in establishing a market for clients…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Planner Securities

View Full Profile

Planner Securities, LLC is a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority ("FINRA") and the Securities Investor Protection Corporation ("SIPC"). In conjunction with its Brazilian group member, Planner Corretora de Valores, Planner Securities bridges the cultural and other gaps between developed and developing markets, and offers investments and related services in emerging markets.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Aurus Advisors

View Full Profile

Aurus is a unique, next generation investment banking firm that provides superior service that is keenly focused on achieving our client's financial objectives. To accomplish this, we have assembled a team of seasoned bankers that have proven experience in the full range of financial products, strategies, and services that can be applied in a variety of industries. In addition to offering valuable advice based on deep knowledge in their respective areas of practice, our bankers have access to the firm's extensive relationship network which includes corporate, private equity and venture…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Firms in the Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) Investment Banks 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 Investment Trusts (REITs) Investment Banks is $3M-$26M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$4M. 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 100 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 Investment Trusts (REITs) Investment Banks 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 Investment Banks with experience in Real Estate, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 100 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 Investment Trusts (REITs) Investment Banks directory, you can request information here.

Top Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) Investment Banks

Axial Insights

Stop Browsing. Start Transacting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Let us curate Relevant Introductions.

Companies sold using Axial Advisor Finder:

Get Introduced to the Right Advisors

You’re All Set

We've Received Your Request