Real Estate Investments
Institutional structuring and advisory support for real estate acquisitions, joint ventures, and cross-border investment vehicles — built for diligence and discretion.
For Professional Clients and Market Counterparties.
Overview
Institutional Real Estate, structured with discipline
Real estate mandates often involve multiple stakeholders, complex governance, and cross-border execution constraints. We support clients by designing the right investment structure, preparing investor-grade materials, and coordinating the readiness workstream so opportunities can move forward with clarity and control.
Cross-border structuring for acquisitions, partnerships, and investment vehicles
Documentation and data-room readiness for institutional review
Governance-first approach aligned with professional client standards
Designed for institutional mandates
This service is intended for Professional Clients and Market Counterparties requiring structured, confidential support on real estate investment decisions.
When real estate structuring becomes critical
Clients typically engage when the structure matters as much as the asset — and when execution must be credible to institutional standards.
For our clients
What we deliver
When real estate structuring becomes critical
From assessment to execution
Structure design (SPV / JV frameworks)
Entity setup logic, governance principles, and decision rights aligned with the mandate.
Investment narrative & materials
Clear positioning, risk framing, and investor-ready documentation (no public projections).
Financial model support
Scenario-based modelling to support internal decision-making and stakeholder alignment.
Data room readiness
A clean, structured information package to accelerate diligence and reduce friction.
Partner and stakeholder alignment
Coordination of advisors, sponsors, and counterparties—without public disclosure of names.
Governance & compliance posture
Process discipline, documentation trails, and clear limitations during pre-authorization.
Structures we support
We tailor structures to the asset, jurisdiction, investor requirements, and governance needs, without publishing deal values or counterparties.
Themes and focus areas
We align each mandate with risk constraints, governance requirements, and cross-border execution realities.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions on engagement, documentation, and our DFSA-aligned operating approach, answered here. Ask your question
What do you mean by “real estate investment structuring”?
Real estate investment structuring is the design of the legal and governance framework used to acquire, hold, and manage a real estate asset or portfolio. It typically covers SPVs, holding structures, joint ventures, and documentation readiness for institutional review.
When should I consider using an SPV for a real estate acquisition?
An SPV is commonly used when you want clear ownership, ring-fenced risk, and clean governance for a single asset or transaction. It can also simplify cross-border coordination and investor or partner alignment.
What is the difference between a joint venture and a co-investment structure?
A joint venture typically involves shared control and defined governance between partners, while a co-investment structure often allows investors to participate alongside a lead sponsor under agreed terms. The right approach depends on decision rights, risk sharing, and reporting expectations.
Can you help structure cross-border real estate investments?
Yes. Cross-border mandates often require disciplined governance, clear documentation, and multi-jurisdiction coordination. We support structuring and readiness workstreams suitable for institutional stakeholders.
What types of real estate mandates can you support?
We support mandates such as acquisitions, partnerships, portfolio frameworks, and investment vehicle preparation (illustrative). The scope depends on the asset type, jurisdiction, and the governance and documentation required.
Do you provide valuations or publish expected returns?
No. We do not publish yield/return projections, valuations, internal forecasts, or deal values on the public website. Any discussions depend on the specific mandate and remain confidential.
What documents are typically needed for institutional review?
Typically, stakeholders expect a clear asset overview, governance terms, key risks and assumptions, and well-organised supporting documents. We help organise an investor-grade pack and a clean data room to reduce friction.
Do clients need to be UAE residents to engage BurjiFin?
No. UAE residency is not required. International clients are accepted, except individuals or entities from jurisdictions listed on international sanctions lists.
How long does it take to set up a structure for a real estate mandate?
Timelines vary based on jurisdictions, partners, and document readiness. After an initial review, we outline realistic next steps and an indicative timeline for your mandate.
What is the difference between a holding company and an SPV for real estate?
A holding company often sits above one or more SPVs and can centralise governance and control across multiple assets. An SPV is typically used for a specific asset or transaction to ring-fence risk and keep ownership clear.
