Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Real Estate Investment Banking Solutions
Carlton Group has been a leader in global commercial real estate since 1991, completing over $200 billion in transactions. Our expertise lies in sophisticated debt and equity solutions, leveraging a global network of investors to deliver tailored capital stacks for complex projects. With decades of experience, we specialize in structured financing, recapitalization, and distressed asset advisory, serving clients across residential, commercial, and hospitality sectors. Our merchant banking division manages over three million square feet of property, while our international advisory platform executes multi-billion-dollar deals across Europe and the Americas. We combine cutting-edge modeling with relentless negotiation to maximize client returns, having arranged financing for iconic developments like 432 Park Avenue and the Four Seasons in Milan.Our teams deep relationships with institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds, and private equity groups ensure access to non-traditional capital sources, even in volatile markets. As pioneers in post-credit crunch real estate finance, weve facilitated over $40 billion in loan restructurings and distressed debt solutions, including high-profile foreclosures for Pershing and Paulson & Company. With offices in Manhattan, Miami, and Milan, we provide localized expertise backed by global resources, maintaining a track record of successful co-investments with clients in joint ventures and development projects.
Services
Equity Placement
Debt Financing
Loan Restructuring
Distressed Asset Advisory
Hospitality Investment Sales
Construction Loan Arrangement
International Advisory
Merchant Banking
Foreclosure Sales
Capital Stack Structuring
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have completed over $200 billion in real estate transactions since 1991.
- Our global investor network includes sovereign wealth funds and institutional capital partners.
- We specialize in complex structured financing for high-value commercial developments.
- Our team has arranged $3+ billion in overseas investment transactions.
- We maintain a dedicated distressed debt solutions group with $40+ billion in restructuring experience.
Services
Equity Placement
Carlton Group specializes in sourcing joint venture equity for large-scale real estate projects. We connect developers with institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals to secure 80-95% of required equity. Our global network and structured capital stack expertise ensure optimal terms for complex transactions.
Debt Financing
We arrange senior debt financing for commercial developments through multi-lender partnerships. Our team secures favorable terms for construction loans and refinancing, having completed $807 million mortgages for properties like 11 Madison Avenue. Our international lender relationships enable cross-border financing solutions.
Distressed Debt Solutions
Our Distressed Debt Solutions Group manages loan workouts and foreclosure sales for financial institutions. We execute complex restructurings and discounted payoffs, with experience handling $5+ billion foreclosures for major investors like Pershing. Our expertise spans securitized debt and balance sheet financings.
Hospitality Investment Sales
We facilitate equity placements and capital raises for hospitality assets globally. Recent transactions include the Four Seasons Milan recapitalization and $2+ billion in Times Square developments. Our team provides strategic advisory for hotel rebranding and international market expansion.
Merchant Banking
Carlton Group co-invests with clients through deposit capital participation or general partner positions. Our merchant banking division owns and manages three million square feet of commercial space, creating value through active asset management and strategic partnerships.
People
Michael Campbell
CEO
Michael Campbell leads Carlton Group as CEO, overseeing global operations and strategic direction. With decades of real estate investment banking experience, he has closed billions in transactions and expanded the firm's international advisory platform.
Giuseppe Riggi
Vice President
Giuseppe Riggi serves as Vice President, managing key client relationships and transaction execution. He plays a central role in structuring complex capital solutions and has been instrumental in closing major deals like the $107 million multifamily development in Houston.
Questions
What types of real estate transactions does The Carlton Group specialize in?
We focus on large-scale equity placements, debt financing, distressed asset recovery, and international investment sales across commercial, residential, and hospitality sectors.
How does The Carlton Group source capital for real estate projects?
We leverage a global network of institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds, and private equity groups to structure tailored capital stacks for each transaction.
What is The Carlton Group's experience with international deals?
Our international advisory platform executes over $3 billion in equity, debt, and investment sales across Europe, with dedicated offices in Milan and Miami.
Can The Carlton Group assist with distressed property acquisitions?
Yes, our Distressed Debt Solutions Group specializes in foreclosure sales, loan workouts, and discounted payoffs, having managed $40+ billion in restructurings.
What construction financing options are available through The Carlton Group?
We arrange senior construction loans for developments, including recent $400 million financing for 432 Park Avenue, utilizing relationships with global lenders.
