Reliable Capital for Proven Projects

Senior Debt Solutions With Strong Collateral, Clear Repayment Paths, and Developer-Friendly Terms.

Red Leaf Investments offers accredited investors first-lien debt positions on conservatively structured RLI, which has first-in-class AI-driven tracking technology for every project. Our debt opportunities provide security, transparency, and clear exit strategies backed by irreplaceable natural assets. If you're looking for real estate lending opportunities with strong downside protection and experienced sponsors who have skin in the game, this is how we structure our deals.

Current Debt Opportunity

We're offering a first-lien debt position on the acquisition of one of the most unique riverfront properties in the DFW market—1,258 acres featuring one mile of boatable Brazos River frontage in Weatherford's path of growth.

The Asset

Generalize - Land Parcels, thriving locations, etc.

Debt Opportunity

Multiple Large-Scale land parcels

Vertical Construction for SFR

Commercial Construction Capital

Loan Structure

Average LTV 32% across RLI assets. 

Available to participate in 12-15% returns

Security Collateral

Low Leverage Hard Assets

Use of Proceed

Land Acquisition

Engineering

Vertical Construction

Horizontal Construction

RLI conservatively uses lines of credit to maximize returns. 

Our approach is to strategically balance our assets and position ourselves for long-term growth.

Multiple Exit Strategies

RLI starts every acquisition with multiple exit strategies built in from day one. We create several clear off-ramps for both investors and debt providers at key value-add milestones: entitlement phase, horizontal completion, and vertical completion.

Each phase represents a significant increase in value and generates sufficient proceeds to fully repay the loan. This flexibility across multiple exit paths dramatically reduces execution risk and gives you confidence that the loan will be repaid on schedule.

All projects maintain conservative leverage, so RLI can quickly retire debt with our equity position if needed.

How Debt is Applied

• Land Acquisition
• Engineering
• Vertical Construction
• Horizontal Construction
• RLI conservatively uses lines of credit to maximize returns. 
• Our approach is to strategically balance our assets and position ourselves for long-term growth. 
• By conservatively leveraging our projects at the right time, we reduce risk and increase returns.
  

How Our Debt Investments Work

At RLI, we structure debt on a project-by-project basis, allowing investors to participate in opportunities that are carefully underwritten and tailored to each asset. This project-specific approach gives investors transparency, control, and a clear understanding of where their capital is deployed.

We offer several ways for debt investors to participate, including:

• First Lien Positions
• Mezzanine Capital
• Vertical Construction Financing
• Horizontal Construction Financing
• Acquisition Financing
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Our focus is on capital preservation and consistent returns. Every investment is evaluated individually using conservative assumptions and a disciplined underwriting process designed to protect downside risk. By maintaining an average loan-to-value (LTV) of approximately 32%, RLI positions its debt investments to deliver stable, long-term returns across varying market conditions.

We Also Provide Capital To

• Vertical Construction
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• Horizontal Construction
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• For investors seeking proven, predictable returns, RLI provides low-risk construction capital to our established, core builders.
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• This strategy strengthens our existing assets while creating additional.
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• investment opportunities within projects that have already been fully underwritten.
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• These investments offer an attractive risk-adjusted return profile, targeting annual returns of 8–10%.
  

Why Invest in RLI?

RLI focuses on core assets with both short-term income potential and long-term value appreciation. We actively add value throughout the entire lifecycle of every project—from acquisition and development through stabilization and exit.

With over 12 years of experience across real estate, energy, and infrastructure, our priority is straightforward: create value while protecting our capital. Every investment is secured by a tangible hard asset located in markets with strong fundamentals, strategic positioning, and limited supply.

Beyond asset quality, RLI’s disciplined investment process is designed to deliver stable, long-term value creation. Through conservative underwriting, active management, and a focus on downside protection, we aim to generate consistent, risk-adjusted returns across market cycles.

Investment Process

1. Submit an Inquiry
Start by reaching out through our inquiry form. A member of the RLI team will connect with you directly.

2. Speak With Our Team
We take a personalized approach with every investor. During this conversation, we’ll discuss your goals and walk through the current investment opportunities available.

3. Select the Right Strategy
Based on your objectives, investors may participate in opportunities such as:

• Development Capital
• Construction Capital
• Fund of Funds
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Our investment approach is  tailored to each investor, ensuring alignment between risk profile, return expectations, and long-term objectives.

Risk Consideration

All investments carry risk; our job is to protect them. No investment is completely risk-free. RLI’s dedicated team applies a disciplined, analytical approach to every investment, diligently identifying, evaluating, and mitigating potential risks before capital is deployed.

Exit Risk

Each investment is structured on a project-specific basis with clearly defined milestones and exit timelines. While investments are designed to be held through completion, RLI may offer opportunities for early exit with advance notice, subject to project conditions.

Execution Risk

Development projects can face delays due to weather, permitting and entitlement challenges, or unforeseen site conditions. Our vertical integration and experienced team mitigate this, but timelines can extend

Market Risk

Real estate values can decline due to economic conditions, interest rate changes, or local market shifts. Our conservative LTV provides cushion, but no investment is risk-free

Investor Qualifications

Accredited Investor Status Required

SEC regulations require debt investors to meet accredited investor criteria, including:

• Individual net worth exceeding $1 million (excluding primary residence), or
• Individual income exceeding $200K annually ($300K joint) for the past two years, with expectation of continuation
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Minimum Investment
Minimum investment amounts vary by opportunity. Current Brazos Riverfront opportunity: $100,000 minimum.

Next Steps

Ready to review our current opportunity or learn more about upcoming deals?

Current Investment Highlights

Invest In Brazos Riverfront Opportunity

RLI’s flagship Brazos Riverfront holding comprises approximately 275 acres with one mile of boatable Brazos River frontage in Parker County, Texas, planned as a premium master‑planned community. The property’s scale, water access, and proximity to major DFW growth corridors create a rare opportunity for long‑term value creation.

• Approx. 275 acres in a North Texas growth corridor
• One mile of Brazos River frontage with exceptional recreation and lifestyle appeal
• Multi‑phase development strategy designed for builders, residents, and investors seeking Tier‑1 communities

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