Top Real Estate Operating Companies Search Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

812

Active Firms

17,242

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

California 13%

Florida 12%

Texas 10%

New York 8%

New Jersey 5%

Key Attributes

Focus: Acquiring One Business | Capital Source: Investor-Backed or Self-Funded | Operating Approach: Stewardship & Growth

The Kyle Nicholson Co

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Kyle Nicholson is a local, hands-on operator looking to acquire and grow a stable, differentiated business ($2 M–$20 M revenue, $500 K–$2 M EBITDA) in the Ohio Valley and Upper South, bringing a proven record of brand revitalization, data-driven operational improvements, and a deep commitment to employees, community, and long-term stewardship. Kyle began his career launching new products and business models at Procter & Gamble’s new-business incubator, where he built rural distribution networks in India and helped design the world’s lowest-cost washing machine for emerging…

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Jason Styles

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My investment criteria focus on overlooked, fragmented service businesses that are essential, recurring, and operationally complex. I look for mission-critical B2B services where downtime isn’t an option—think industrial maintenance, traffic control, or specialized logistics. I’m also drawn to compliance and regulation driven niches like testing, inspection, legal support, or healthcare back-office services, where demand is sticky and recurring by necessity. Many of these businesses are low-tech and process-heavy, making them ripe for modernization through better systems, automation, or…

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Morgan Ericksen

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Morgan has over 15 years of experience in the manufacturing and distribution industry with public and private companies; and a background in mechanical engineering. She has post-acquisition experience, scaling operations and revenue through sales expansion. Morgan is partnered with Novastone Capital Advisors, a Swiss firm that works with qualified investors and best-in-class entrepreneurs to acquire and grow privately held companies. NCA has closed 22 acquisitions and deployed over $400M since 2021.

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Hudson Street Ventures

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Hudson Street was founded by an entrepreneur like you. Our mission is to help small business owners by providing liquidity and the next generation of leadership. We bring (1) the capital to buy your business, (2) the expertise to efficiently close the deal, and (3) will gladly relocate to run your business full-time.

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Tamarack Industries

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After a career focused on sales/marketing through to and including CEO roles in industries ranging from footwear to industrial distribution and most recently, 10 years in the home services space, Brian McCann is seeking a smaller $500k - $2m EBITDA acquisition in San Diego or Orange County.Brian is an experienced acquirer and integrator of businesses with 6 acquisitions under his belt prior to selling his prior company with a 9-figure PE exit (where he remains on the board today).In his current search, Brian is prioritizing location over industry. While his industry experience is broad,…

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Dsquare ventures

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Seasoned engineer and leader with over a decade of experience, building high-performing teams and driving organizational success for top fortune 50 companies. Now leveraging my analytical rigor, adaptability, and leadership skills to pursue entrepreneurship and business ownership with a focus on sustainable growth.Looking for manufacturing companies making >$500k SDE in US and Canada with a minimum of 10 employees.

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Igwe Capital

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Individual investor looking for cashflowing businesses trading at a discount. Most direct experience in education (city/ state contracts in nyc). Open to all service based (“boring”) businesses and also SaaS/ tech businesses

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50th Capital Partners LLC

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We help private businesses and their owners toward the end zone of a lasting legacy.You’re ready to enter a different arena, and want to pass the ball to talented professionals who will prioritize doing right by your team. We love engaging with business owners about the playbook they’ve written, the enterprise they’ve built, and learning how we can contribute to their lasting legacy.

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Lynbrook Capital

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Lynbrook Capital is a self-funded search firm dedicated to acquiring and managing a single business through a founder-friendly full buyout. We are focused on preserving the legacy of the business we will acquire while advancing their growth and development. With a long-term, operational approach to ownership, Lynbrook Capital ensures that the companies under its management continue to thrive and maintain their core values.

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Blackhawk Court

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Blackhawk Court LLC (“Blackhawk Court”) is an investment vehicle that exists to acquire one lower middle market or micro-cap operating company. We are a self-funded search fund that seeks to acquire a small, privately held business in the United States. We offer an avenue for a family- and founder-owned business to exit to an acquirer that is not private equity or a large corporation. We offer legacy preservation, a people-first mentality, certainty of close, and reliable stewardship of the business we acquire. Our intent is to buy a business and hold it for the long-term. We seek to…

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London Johnson

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I operate two companies, a consumer products company that sells LED lights in Dallas, TX and a 100 unit multifamily property in Tennessee. I am looking to acquire another company within the next twelve months.

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Noah Weiss

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I'm looking for a ~$500M - $1.5M SDE business within 2-3 hours of metro Denver. I have a background as a strategy consultant where I focused on private equity commercial diligence and post-acquisition go-to-market strategy. My target business has a solid foundation with low turnover and recurring revenue but growth has stagnated. This business provides a physical service to the local Denver market, allowing me to leverage my own track record of community relationship-building and people management. I am exploring businesses across industries.

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Butcher Estates

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Independtly owned and operating single family home rentals while working full time. I am interested in using our portfolio of real estate to acquire a new business, preferably storage units and storage.

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Sancte Opus

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High-impact COO now actively seeking CEO mandates.I’ve spent my career in large, publicly traded global organizations (manufacturing, Utility, and medical devices) driving operational excellence at scale. I’ve led complex international operations, turned around underperforming sites, optimized global supply chains, and delivered measurable profitability improvements through rigorous cost leadership and process transformation; all while holding clear P&L accountability for the operations I ran. The results have been consistent: significant margin expansion, improved efficiency, and…

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Terra Mar Search

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Terra Mar Search is a committed-capital search fund focused on acquiring and operating a single lower middle market business in the Southeast United States. We partner with owners of essential-services businesses who are navigating ownership transitions and seeking a buyer who will invest in their people, honor what they've built, and drive the next chapter of growth. Backed by one of the premier micro-cap PE firms in the country, Terra Mar combines disciplined acquisition criteria with hands-on operational commitment, offering sellers a long-term partner rather than a financial transaction.

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Straightbrook Capital LLC

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15+ years managing engineering teams of 100+; technical experience, operations, people management and recruiting, significant metrics + revenue tracking experience; self funded searcher in NYC area interested in generating deal flow and refining search criteria. DM for more details.

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Neural North

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MBA graduate (HEC Montréal) and technology executive with 12+ years of operational experience seeking to acquire a real estate services business in Greater Montreal. Targeting recurring-revenue companies ($5M–$15M) in property management or related services. Committed to long-term ownership, operational improvement, and preserving company culture. Bilingual (FR/EN). Backed by a network of Canadian and North American search fund investors.

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Blue Haven Equity

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Blue Haven Equity is a Boston-based sponsored search fund led by a former Navy officer and backed by experienced investors. We are focused on acquiring a marine or maritime services company with $2–8M EBITDA. Our investment criteria emphasize resilient recurring revenue, service-oriented models, and mission-critical operations in the maritime ecosystem. We bring long-term capital, operating experience, and a commitment to preserving legacy and supporting employees through the next phase of growth.

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BYond Bricks LLC

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I am an independent buyer and attorney actively seeking to acquire an established business services company in South Florida (specifically Palm Beach County). I am not a financial buyer. I intend to step into the business full-time as an operator, continuing what the founder built while applying legal, contract, and business development expertise to continue growth.My background spans commercial lending, small business operations, real estate, and transactional law across multiple industries. I understand how businesses are structured, how contracts create durable revenue, how to build…

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Nick Burgoyne

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I'm searching for a business to acquire near Denver with $0.5M - $2.5M in SDE/CF. I'm still fine tuning my list of industries, but no retail or restaurants. Wish list of attributes: recurring revenue, diverse customer base (B2C and/or B2B), high margins, and recession and AI resistant.I'm a multifaceted general management professional with over 30 yrs experience working for PE-backed companies focused on helping small-to-medium business owners succeed with digital advertising and marketing solutions. I've grown 3 business units to $13M, $30M, and $40M. I hold an MBA…

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Firms in the Real Estate Operating Companies Search Funds 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 Operating Companies Search Funds is $3M-$12M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$2M. 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 812 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 Operating Companies Search Funds 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 Search Funds with experience in Real Estate, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 812 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 Operating Companies Search Funds directory, you can request information here.

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