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Last week’s Leadership Essentials Cohort focused on Leading Employees - exploring how leaders build trust, set clear expectations, provide effective feedback, and support team performance without micromanaging. Through honest conversations, shared experiences, and practical leadership scenarios, participants collaborated on real workplace challenges and exchanged strategies they can immediately apply with their teams. The Leadership Essentials Cohort is a year-long development experience designed to strengthen practical leadership skills through interactive learning, collaboration, and real-world application. Throughout the program, leaders focus on communication, accountability, team development, leadership under pressure, and creating alignment across teams. Grateful for the thoughtful discussions and perspectives shared throughout the session by Eric Zambo, Saylee Sathaye, Anton Kalis, Angie Rittenberry, Francisco Ruiz, Dave Gray, John Levan, Amy Volk, Kate Zanobini, Susan Dermott, Silvana Hoyos, and Katie Mullins. Looking forward to seeing these leadership strategies continue to make an impact across teams.

Just funded: $6.7M ground-up construction loan in Amagansett, NY - one of the most competitive luxury markets in the country. Originated by Blake Rivers at 63% LTC with a 12-month term and a $10.5M estimated ARV, this deal reflects disciplined underwriting in a high-value, execution-driven market. Leverage was structured to match the business plan, with a clear timeline and a realistic exit. At Anchor Loans, we support builders and developers across markets of every scale - with financing structured around how projects actually get built. Connect with our team to discuss your next construction project. → Loan amount: $6.7M → Loan type: Ground-Up Construction → Location: Amagansett, NY → LTC: 63% → Term: 12 months → Estimated ARV: $10.5M

In today's market, your clients need more than a lender. They need execution certainty. Anchor Loans partners with brokers and advisors to deliver institutional-grade private capital - fast closings, flexible programs, and dedicated support from a team that puts your clients first. Your pipeline grows. Your relationships stay yours. 🔗 Begin your broker application at https://lnkd.in/gnWnDrJV

We just published our latest blog, and it's one worth bookmarking. Drawing on the April 2026 Anchor Loans Housing Monitor, we explore how aging inventory, deferred maintenance, and rate lock-in are converging to create a durable opportunity for renovation-focused investors and builders - and why operational execution is becoming the real edge in today's market. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/g2BiCBCZ

At Anchor Loans, we believe strong leadership is built through continuous growth, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. That’s why we’re proud to invest in developing leaders at every level of our organization through programs like our Emerging Leader Program. Designed to strengthen key leadership capabilities including communication, accountability, strategic thinking, and collaboration, the program empowers high-potential team members to grow both personally and professionally while supporting our clients, teams, and company goals. Congratulations to our Emerging Leader Program graduates for their dedication to growth, leadership, and excellence at Anchor Loans. These seven individuals were selected for their outstanding achievements, commitment to their teams, and leadership potential. As they continue advancing into influential leadership roles across the organization, we’re excited to see the impact they will make on the future of Anchor. Please join us in congratulating Shari Sullivan, Andres Rincon, James Krull, Skylar Glasier, Sharon Jefferson, Tiana De Martimprey, and Kiron Travis on this accomplishment!

Honored to host Pablo Navas, one of the most impactful leaders in the Colombian education sector, at Anchor Loans today. As an alumnus of Colegio Los Nogales, a school Pablo co-founded, Universidad de Los Andes, where he served as President, and now as an The Aspen Institute Fellow in the Colombian chapter he currently leads, I have personally experienced the impact of his work and leadership across multiple stages of my life. Pablo is a true leader who has transformed the lives of thousands of Colombians, as well as an incredibly humble and caring individual. Thank you, Pablo, for sharing your insights and experiences with our team! It was a truly thoughtful and inspiring discussion.

The best builders don't wait for capital. They build around it. Shane Lex worked with this repeat borrower in the Charlotte MSA to create a financing path that went from land acquisition all the way through construction - without draining reserves or missing a single opportunity.

East Hampton, NY is one of the most competitive and high-value real estate markets in the country. Deals here move fast - and so does the capital required to execute them. Kristin Young originated this $1.8M bridge loan at 80% LTC with a 12-month term, structured to give the borrower the flexibility and certainty needed to move confidently in a premium market. At Anchor Loans, disciplined structure is how we approach every deal - regardless of market or price point. Calibrated leverage, clear timelines, and financing built around the borrower's actual business plan. Connect with our team to discuss your next project. → Loan amount: $1.8M → Loan type: Bridge → Location: East Hampton, NY → LTC: 80% → Term: 12 months

America's housing stock is getting old - and that's creating a structural opportunity for investors who know where to look. Our latest U.S. Housing Monitor breaks it down: → 57% of homes currently listed are 20+ years old → Approximately 1 in 3 listings require some form of repair or renovation → The median U.S. housing stock age has hit 42 years - up 14 years since 1996 Decades of underbuilding have left the market with aging inventory. Sellers are increasingly opting to list as-is, shifting renovation responsibility to buyers and investors - and reinforcing demand for both light and heavy value-add strategies. The opportunity isn't cyclical. It's structural. If you're a renovator looking to move on deals like these, getting your capital structure right from the start is everything. Anchor specializes in helping renovation investors do exactly that - so the financing works as hard as you do. Download the full April 2026 U.S. Housing Monitor at anchorloans.com/resources

We're proud to share that Anchor Loans is the financing partner behind Season 3 of Renovation Aloha on HGTV — now airing Tuesdays at 8/7c. Kamohai and Tristyn are Oʻahu-born real estate investors who have built something truly special: a business rooted in community, craftsmanship, and a deep commitment to the island they call home. This season, Anchor funded all 8 of their featured properties - from distressed to stunning, across neighborhoods throughout Oʻahu. We believe great investments start with the right capital behind them. It's been a privilege to be that partner for Kamohai and Tristyn, and to see that work reflected on a national stage. Tune in to Renovation Aloha Season 3 on HGTV.