Cypress West Investments

Cypress West Investments is a privately held investment firm specializing in niche acquisition and real estate development opportunities. The firm also arranges funding for mid-market companies with unique growth possibilities. Funding for Cypress West’s joint ventures is primarily provided by a group of Canadian investors, including fund managers and high-net-worth individuals. The firm offers a broad array of capital alternatives, including traditional equity and debt structures, as well as strategic, operational, and financial support to its management partners. Cypress West has funded in excess of $500 million in capital across 40 projects, with an average investment of $10 million per transaction.

The firm's investment focus includes real estate and private equity, targeting growth and buyout stages. Geographically, Cypress West focuses on the United States and Canada, with a particular emphasis on California, Texas, and British Columbia. The firm has a diverse portfolio across various industries, including real estate, healthcare, and financial services. Notable projects include medical office buildings in Chula Vista, CA, and Henderson, NV, as well as shopping centers in Duncan, BC, and Scott Road, BC.

Cypress West's investment strategy involves aligning with like-minded project partners and implementing projects with a high level of real estate experience and knowledge. The firm seeks assets that meet specific performance indicators, including market demographics and property income stream metrics. This approach has resulted in strong realized investor internal rates of return (IRRs) of more than 20 percent. The firm's vertically integrated model sets it apart in the industry, allowing for comprehensive management of the acquisition, development, and management processes to deliver successful outcomes for all project stakeholders.