AURA offers investors exposure to real estate debt through Commercial Mortgage Loans (“CML”), B Notes and Mezzanine Debt. AURA’s mortgage investment philosophy is rooted in long-term, fundamental, value-oriented investing. AURA provides clients with access to its full service mortgage origination platform:
- Seasoned Investment Professionals – The staff performs best-in-class loan sourcing and property-level underwriting through the various economic and real estate cycles. Originators, many having in excess of a decade covering a particular market, provide extensive local market knowledge.
- Vertically Integrated Organization – In-house origination professionals supported by an S&P rated Servicing Group and an S&P and Fitch rated Special Servicing Group, along with Valuation and Applied Research Groups.
- Nationwide Coverage – AURA’s experienced origination staff, established correspondent mortgage banker relationships and portfolio of existing borrowers provide access to all markets throughout the country, along with a consistent stream of repeat business. In addition, the team is experienced in underwriting all property types with emphasis on multi-family, industrial, office and retail.
- Comprehensive Process – Over the last 25 years, AURA has developed an extensive and time-tested investment process complete with appropriate checks and balances. All commercial mortgage loan opportunities are thoroughly analyzed, reviewed and vetted before capital is committed.
- Balanced Portfolio - Experience and vision along with a top-down, bottom-up analysis provide clients with a full understanding of the risks embedded in a particular mortgage investment. Recognizing the true quality and durability of a property’s cash flows and applying a proper mortgage structure assures a balanced risk/return profile.
- Attractive Risk Profile - Clients have enjoyed the benefits of investing in CML, an asset class historically delivering a significant yield premium over domestic fixed income securities while maintaining a more attractive risk profile.