In today’s episode, let’s get into Kevin Dureiko’s expertise in the private lending business, capital raising, and originating loans! 

Kevin shares his initial focus on purchasing small and non-performing loans from local banks, his transition to commercial debt space, networking to gain investors and raise capital, and financing income-producing real estate assets. 

Key Points & Relevant Topics

• How Kevin started buying debt and non-performing loans
• Kevin’s criteria for buying non-performing loans
• Kevin on working on the lending side, raising funds, and what it takes for him to learn about originating loans
• The importance of having a network in raising capital for an offering
• Borrowers and investors’ sentiments in today’s real estate market
• Why Kevin is focusing on ground-up projects in today’s market
• The need for strict regulations in the debt space

Resources & Links
Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About Kevin Dureiko

Kevin Dureiko resides in Connecticut with his wife, Valerie, and their two young children. As a family, they enjoy outdoor activities, traveling, and are actively engaged in their community and church.  

Kevin founded Birch and Dobson LLC in 2007. Initially, Birch and Dobson operated as a debt buyer but has since evolved into a private real estate debt fund.  

In the early stages of his career, Kevin gained valuable experience in engineering, logistics, and served as a VP for a private lender. Additionally, he was a monthly consultant for nearly four years to a $30 billion hedge fund, focusing on the private lending industry, before fully dedicating himself to the growth of Birch and Dobson.  

As the Fund Manager, Kevin raises capital from accredited investors, which is then deployed as first position mortgages on investment real estate. The fund specializes in financing income-producing properties for real estate investors and ground-up construction projects. In 2024, Kevin aims to leverage his extensive skills in the private lending industry to further advance the profession, educate more people about the power of private money funds, and propel Birch and Dobson past $30 million in assets under management.  

Kevin Dureiko is a contributor on platforms such as Bigger Pockets and Apple Podcasts and frequently speaks at various conferences along the East Coast. More information about him can be found at KevinDureiko.com and birchdobson.com. 

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