Knowledge Center

The True Benefit of Bridge Lending, Part 3 of 3

Most real estate investors have heard the phrase “passive income.” But anyone who has owned a rental property knows the reality — there is nothing passive about collecting rent, managing tenants, handling maintenance calls, navigating…

Continue Reading

The Discipline of Conservative Underwriting — Why Loan-to-Value Ratios Are Important, Part 2 of 3 

This is the second article in a three-part series on the unique value of bridge lending and participating in this income stream as a private lender. In Part 1, we covered the full spectrum of real estate investment structures and why…

Continue Reading

Recent Fundings: Bridger Fund Closes Three New Transactions

Bridger Fund closed three transactions this week, representing $4,650,000 in total loan value and encompassing California properties in Albany, Santa Barbara and Sacramento. Each transaction reflects Bridger’s continued commitment to providing fast, flexible capital for borrowers navigating transitional…

Continue Reading

Four Years In — What We’ve Built and Where We’re Going

Four years ago, we launched Bridger Fund with a straightforward premise: that conservative, disciplined private lending on California commercial real estate could deliver meaningful, consistent returns to investors — without the volatility, the management headaches,…

Continue Reading

Diversifying Your Real Estate Portfolio: Why Debt Belongs in the Mix, Part 1 of 3

When most people hear “real estate investing,” they picture a rental property or a flip. Those are the most visible entry points, but they’re only a fraction of the landscape. And for investors serious about…

Continue Reading

Why Retail Property Owners Should Consider Bridge Lending

Retail real estate is in a constant state of evolution. Vacancies emerge, tenants transition, and properties require reinvention to remain competitive. For owners navigating these changes, bridge lending has become an indispensable tool — one…

Continue Reading

Case Study: Bridge‑to‑Perm Execution Creates 120%+ Value in 15 Months

Slatt Capital and Bridger Fund financed the full-circle acquisition, stabilization, and conventional payoff of a vacant 20,000 SF retail site in Escondido, enabling $3 million in value creation in just 15 months. In August 2024,…

Continue Reading

Private Real Estate Liquidity, the “Bridger Fund 1” Way, Part 2 of 2

In our last blog post, we discussed how getting investment money out (liquidity) works differently in private real estate equity funds versus private real estate debt funds. Today, we’ll answer a common question that is…

Continue Reading

Private Real Estate: How Liquid Is Your Investment? Part 1 of 2

One of the questions we hear most often from investors is the following: “How easy is it to get my money out of the fund? How liquid is it?” In our experience, this question isn’t…

Continue Reading

How to Invest in Bridge Loans Using an IRA

When most investors think about using an IRA, they picture traditional assets like stocks, bonds, or mutual funds. What many don’t realize is that self-directed IRAs can be powerful tools for investing in alternative assets—particularly…

Continue Reading

Announcement – New “About Bridger Fund” Video is LIVE

Exciting News — Our New About Bridger Fund video Is LIVE! This short video gives a clear, engaging look at who Bridger Fund is, how the fund works, and the value we’re creating for our…

Continue Reading

Embracing Volatility: How Global Market Uncertainty Creates Opportunity for Bridge Lending

In today’s rapidly shifting economic environment, commercial real estate (CRE) investors and lenders are confronted with unprecedented levels of market volatility. Headlines of macroeconomic disruptions, from global inflationary pressures to regional geopolitical events, can be…

Continue Reading

Bridger Fund Delivers Acquisition Financing for 118-Year-Old San Francisco Office Asset from Distressed Debt

Multi-Step Financing Arranged by Slatt Capital for 6-Story Yerba Buena Asset; Acquisition Brokered by Fortress Real Estate Advisors for Strategic Value-Add Office Located in Resurgent Market San Francisco, CA, [December 19, 2025] — Bridger Fund…

Continue Reading

Individual Trust Deed Investing vs. Debt Fund Investing: A Comparative Analysis for Commercial Real Estate Investors

Commercial real estate debt investments have become an attractive alternative for investors seeking steady cash flow and security backed by tangible assets. Investors must choose between investing directly in individual trust deeds or allocating capital…

Continue Reading

Unlocking Predictability and Downside Protection: Your Guide to the Bridger Fund Investment Program

At Bridger Fund and Slatt Capital, we believe that transparency and trust are the foundation for every successful investment. That’s why we’re excited to share answers to the most common questions about the Bridger Fund,…

Continue Reading

Commercial Real Estate Diversification: Strategic Benefits for Experienced Investors

Record stock market indexes and the highest recorded levels of economic uncertainty have prompted experienced commercial real estate investors to reconsider traditional approaches to portfolio construction. A growing body of evidence suggests that diversification across…

Continue Reading

Why Consider a Private Commercial Real Estate Debt Fund?

A private commercial real estate (CRE) debt fund is an investment vehicle that originates or acquires loans secured by real estate assets. These loans may include senior mortgages, first-position claims on collateral that have the…

Continue Reading

REIT Dividends – Impact of Recent Tax Legislation

The Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction, also known as the Section 199A tax deduction, has generated a tax advantage for certain Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) investors since its introduction under the Tax Cuts and…

Continue Reading

Bridger Fund Expands Executive Team, Welcomes Spence Sarazin

Bridger Fund, a private commercial real estate lender focused in California, is pleased to announce the appointment of Spence Sarazin as Vice President of Investor Relations. Sarazin brings over a decade of experience in real…

Continue Reading

Unlocking Investment Potential: Are You Ready to Qualify?

Welcome to Bridger Fund. We’re excited to connect with you alongside our expanding community of investors. As you explore our mortgage fund, we would like you to have relevant information to feel confident about entering…

Continue Reading