Our approach
40+ years. One disciplined process.
Since the 1980s, our principals have bought, improved, managed and sold real estate through every kind of market. The DCG Value-Add Playbook is how we put that experience to work for our investors: buying the right property at the right price, improving cash flow during the hold, and planning a disciplined exit.
Where we invest
Three high-growth regions
California
Los Angeles · Orange County · San Diego · Inland Empire
Los Angeles County multifamily vacancy improved to 5.50% in Q3 2026, with average cap rates at 5.20% and new construction slowing.
Source: Lee & Associates
Arizona
Greater Phoenix
Phoenix recorded its strongest first half of multifamily demand on record in 2026, with renters absorbing more units than were delivered.
Source: CoStar
Texas
Dallas–Fort Worth to Houston
Dallas–Fort Worth ranks first in the nation for 12-month multifamily and industrial absorption, and the multifamily construction pipeline is at a decade low.
Source: National Association of Realtors
The DCG Value-Add Playbook
From first look to final sale
Six stages, each with its own checks, so every investment is found, priced, verified, managed and sold with the same discipline.
Source
Four decades of relationships bring us opportunities before they reach the open market.
- Deal flow from brokers, lenders, developers, owners and our network of 50+ professionals
- Off-market and lightly marketed properties
- Every lead screened against our criteria: market, property type, size and price
- Most opportunities are declined at this stage
What it means for investorsWe spend our time, and your capital, only on properties that fit a proven strategy.Analyze and price
We decide what a property is worth to us before we decide what to offer.
- Market research: rents, sales comparables, job and population trends, new supply
- Detailed cash flow model of current and improved operations
- Stress tests for higher interest rates, vacancy and expenses
- An offer price that works under conservative assumptions
What it means for investorsBuying at the right price is the foundation of cash flow during the hold and value at sale.Due diligence
Under contract, we verify every assumption before closing.
- Physical inspections of every unit, roof, systems and site
- Audit of rent roll, leases, bank statements and trailing operating history
- Title, survey, zoning, environmental review and appraisal
- Financing secured at conservative leverage
What it means for investorsSurprises are found before closing, not after. If the numbers don’t hold, we walk away.Improve and manage
Hands-on operations and renovation to strengthen cash flow.
- Targeted renovations of units, common areas and curb appeal
- Professional property management with clear performance targets
- Better resident screening, retention and service
- Expense control: utilities, insurance, taxes and maintenance contracts
What it means for investorsStronger occupancy and operations support steady cash flow throughout the hold.Financial reports and analytics
Investors always know how their property is doing.
- Quarterly financial statements
- Regular property updates and analytics on occupancy, operations and capital projects
- Direct access to the founders for questions
- Annual tax documents (K-1s) delivered to each investor
What it means for investorsTransparency you can count on, from closing to sale.Sell or refinance
We plan the exit from the day we buy.
- Exit strategy built into the original business plan
- Ongoing review of market conditions and buyer demand
- Sale or refinance when the business plan is complete
- Capital returned to investors at exit
What it means for investorsDisciplined exits, timed to the property and the market, not to a fixed date.
How we operate
The systems behind every property
Finding good deals
- Relationship-driven deal flow built over 40+ years
- Clear criteria for markets, property types and price
- Conservative underwriting and stress testing
- Willingness to walk away
“We make most of our money when we buy, and if we buy right and do not have to sell, we can always make good money.”Karim Jaude, Founder & CEO
Investor communication
- Documents and statements shared securely with each investor
- Regular property updates and reports
- Distributions and tax documents sent on schedule
- Direct line to Karim and Carlos
Property management, analytics and reporting
- Professional management with monthly performance reviews
- Key metrics tracked for every property (below)
- Budgets vs. actual results reviewed each month
- Capital projects tracked to schedule and budget
WHAT WE TRACK FOR EVERY PROPERTYReviewed monthly
OccupancyPhysical and economic
Rent collectionsCollected vs. billed
LeasingNew leases, renewals, rent levels
Operating expensesPer unit, vs. budget
Net operating incomeActual vs. business plan
RenovationsUnits completed, cost, schedule
Tenant and resident satisfactionWork orders, reviews, retention
Debt and reservesLoan terms, cash reserves