Who We Are
We help owners, investors, and operators secure smart, reliable capital for commercial real estate—across the full lifecycle of a deal. From acquisitions and refinancings to complex recapitalizations and workouts, we bring clarity, creativity, and execution to every transaction.
"Independent. Strategic. Relentless in pursuit of the right capital."
What We Do
We provide bespoke debt and equity solutions for commercial real estate nationwide. Based in Dallas, Texas, Athena Capital advises clients across the U.S., delivering local insight with national reach. Our role is simple: understand your objectives, structure the optimal capital stack, and execute with speed and certainty.
Our Expertise
Debt Capital Markets
Mastering the complexities of debt placement across the entire capital stack. We source and structure optimal financing solutions through an extensive network of institutional lenders, debt funds, and regional banks.
Acquisition Financing
Stabilized and transitional assets, portfolio acquisitions.
Refinancing
Rate optimization, maturity management, cash‑out strategies.
Loan Assumptions
Managing assumption processes to preserve in-place financing.
Equity & Structured Finance
Sourcing and structuring bespoke solutions to support ambitious acquisitions and development. We align stakeholders and position assets for long-term outperformance.
Equity Raising
JV equity, preferred equity, and co‑GP capital structures.
Recapitalizations
Growth capital, partner buyouts, balance‑sheet restructuring.
Advisory & Special Situations
Navigating distressed or complex capital scenarios with strategic clarity. We advise clients through challenging environments to preserve and maximize asset value.
Workouts & Restructuring
Maturity defaults, covenant issues, and rescue capital.
Loan Sales
Representing stakeholders in performing and non-performing loan sales.
Our Approach
Understand the Objective
Every engagement starts with a deep dive into the asset, sponsorship, and business plan. We listen first, creating a strategy that aligns with your specific goals.
Structure the Solution
We design the optimal capital structure—not just what’s available, but what actually fits. We leverage our network to find the best terms and partners.
Execute with Precision
We run a disciplined process, manage diligence, and drive transactions to close. Speed and certainty are our hallmarks.