Mezzanine Financing
Flexible Capital to Bridge the Gap
Between Senior Debt and Equity
Mezzanine financing provides additional leverage in the capital stack without requiring you to dilute ownership or raise new equity. At i95 Capital, we arrange customized mezzanine solutions for sponsors looking to increase proceeds, enhance returns, or fill capital gaps in acquisition, construction, or refinancing scenarios
Key Highlights
Loan Size: $2 million to $20+ million
Total Combined Leverage: Up to 85% of cost or value
Structures: Subordinated debt, preferred equity, or hybrid structures
Terms: 2 to 5 years
Collateral: Typically secured by a pledge of equity in the property-owning entity
Use Cases: Acquisitions, recapitalizations, construction, and refinancing
When to Use Mezzanine Financing
Senior loan proceeds fall short of required capital
You prefer not to raise additional common equity
You want to boost returns on stabilized or value-add projects
You need flexible gap funding during repositioning or lease-up
You’re optimizing the capital stack for a portfolio recapitalization
Our Approach
Mezzanine financing requires careful structuring to balance the interests of senior lenders, mezzanine investors, and equity holders. i95 Capital has deep experience navigating intercreditor agreements, structuring subordinate debt, and sourcing capital from mezzanine funds, family offices, and institutional investors.
Sample Use Cases
Acquisition of a $30M asset with $21M in senior debt, $6M mezzanine, and $3M equity
Development project with 80% LTC including a mezzanine layer to reduce equity burden
Recapitalization of a stabilized office property with partial cash-out via mezzanine debt
Adding mezzanine financing to enhance returns in a fund or syndication structure
Why Work with i95 Capital?
Expertise in mezzanine structuring and negotiation
Access to institutional and private mezzanine capital providers
Ability to pair mezzanine with senior debt, bridge, or construction financing
Transparent evaluation of leverage, covenants, and intercreditor dynamics
Enhance Your Capital Stack with Mezzanine Financing
Let’s explore how mezzanine or preferred equity can help you maximize leverage and reduce equity requirements without compromising control or timing.
