GraceStone Credit Partners is the real estate debt division of GraceStone, specializing in the origination and acquisition of mezzanine debt, preferred equity, and first mortgages for transitional properties in major U.S. markets.
Based in New York, GraceStone Credit Partners operates as a subsidiary of GraceStone, a vertically integrated developer and owner-operator of residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties founded by Emil Koniecko. Active in the New York real estate market, GraceStone Credit Partners is dedicated to maintaining its strong reputation and providing capital solutions to leading sponsors aiming to create thoughtfully designed and expertly executed projects.
GraceStone structure and in-house capabilities allow the venture to invest in a broad spectrum of debt opportunities throughout all stages of development. The in-house team boasts extensive and varied expertise to manage every facet of projects, from deal sourcing to design development and construction project management, contributing to the creation of one of the strongest debt portfolios in New York and major gateway markets across the United States.
GraceStone Credit Partners provides flexible capital for projects in illiquid market segments where traditional banks may be hesitant to finance due to stricter regulations, transaction complexity, or execution needs better suited to an integrated real estate firm. It can serve as a comprehensive lender, originating the entire loan, or it can originate or acquire loans that are subordinate to senior debt from banks and other institutional lenders.
GraceStone Credit Partners offers institutional and high-net-worth investors a range of real estate debt opportunities in major gateway markets across the United States. Its aim is to deliver borrowers a smooth and competitive execution process while providing investors with exceptional risk-adjusted returns and robust downside principal protection.
As seasoned real estate lenders, developers, and operators, GraceStone Credit Partners has the resources to effectively mitigate downside risk throughout the investment cycle. This includes thorough upfront underwriting, superior due diligence, and the ability to manage project completion in the event of a default.
Samantha parris
Chief FINANCIAL Officer, GRACESTONE Credit Partners
