Unlocking Private Equity for Your Portfolio

At Red Leaf Investments, we harness private equity's potential to deliver strong, risk-adjusted returns that everyday markets can't match. Dive into private markets with us—exclusive opportunities tailored for savvy investors like you.

Building Generational Wealth Through Premium Land Development

Red Leaf Investments offers accredited investors the opportunity to partner with us as equity investors across Tier 1 master-planned communities, land development, and select development lifecycles. Investors aren’t just providing capital—they’re building generational assets alongside a family office with meaningful skin in the game and a proven track record of successful exits across multiple platforms.

Equity investors participate directly in the upside potential as we acquire irreplaceable properties, execute disciplined planning and entitlement strategies, and develop high-quality communities, ranches, and single-family residential projects that meet strong demand from builders and end buyers alike.

How Equity Investment Works

RLI equity investors participate alongside Red Leaf Investments, aligning interests through shared ownership and a common objective of long-term value creation. Each investment is structured on a project-specific basis and includes multiple exit options designed to provide flexibility throughout the investment lifecycle.

Our turnkey development approach allows projects to exit at various stages—whether through entitlement, development, stabilization, or sale—depending on market conditions and investor objectives. As a result, equity investments may range from 1 to 5 or 7 years, depending on the project strategy.

This flexible structure allows investors to participate in both near-term value realization and longer-term upside potential while maintaining alignment with RLI’s disciplined execution and capital-protection focus.

Aligned

Interests

RLI is fully invested in every project financially.  We deploy our own capital into every project.  We manage and oversee every dollar spent.  Every dollar we spend goes toward adding value to our projects. Brazos Riverfront Development in Parker County

Direct Ownership

Participation

As an equity partner, you receive a direct ownership stake in the project entity. You participate proportionally in all profits from land sales, lot sales, tract sales, or full development exits.

Multiple

Exit Strategies

Every equity investment has multiple paths to liquidity. Whether it's selling large tracts to institutional buyers, subdividing into premium ranchettes, developing into a master-planned community, or bringing in a joint-venture partner, we build optionality into every deal.

Value Creation

Through Execution

We earn money like you by acquiring assets at great prices, adding value through planning, and executing strategic exits for maximum returns. Our vertical integration—hydrology, land planning, engineering, sales—ensures speed and cost control for better returns.

Co-Invest Alongside RRB

Brazos Riverfront Development in Parker County, Texas

River Ranch on the Brazos (RRB) is a master-planned, three-phase luxury development encompassing 275 acres, with custom homes along the scenic Brazos River in North Texas. Designed to blend premier waterfront living, spacious estate parcels, and equestrian lifestyle elements, RRB is tailored for high-end buyers seeking privacy, nature, and quality — all within a short drive of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. With a unique combination of natural beauty, thoughtful planning, and luxury finishes, RRB is among the most desirable luxury communities in the region.

Phase I: Waterfront Estates Phase I includes 54 custom homesites, situated directly on the Brazos River and surrounding a central pond and pecan orchard. Each home in this phase will be luxuriously customized to meet its owner's specific vision and preferences, with an emphasis on water views, privacy, and high-end architectural detail. This is the flagship phase, setting the tone for the community's exclusive lifestyle offering.

Phase II: Private Equestrian Facility Phase II comprises a 96-acre private equestrian estate, intended for a single owner. The property includes plans for a 6,500+ SF custom residence and an indoor equestrian training facility, surrounded by pastures and direct access to horse show venues. This phase is the capstone of RRB, offering a rare opportunity to own and operate a showcase equestrian ranch within one of Texas’s most prominent horse regions.

The Property

We acquire property at an attractive basis with a strong equity position and moderate leverage. The sponsor is investing alongside every project, and we've structured conservative first-lien debt at 32% LTV to protect downside while maximizing equity upside.

Exit Strategy

Each path offers significant return potential. The riverfront's character, scale, and location give us flexibility that most land deals lack.

Large Tract Sale

(100-300 acres)

 Sell to institutional land buyers or master-planned community developers at premium pricing

Premium Ranchettes

(15-20 acres)

Subdivide and sell luxury riverfront estates to high-net-worth buyers

Master-Planned

Community

Develop as signature RLI community, selling finished lots to builders and custom homebuyers

Joint Venture &

Recapitalization

Partner with development firm or institutional capital for vertical development phase

Why This Works?

Proven track record with a disciplined focus on quality and value creation. For more than 12 years, the family has consistently executed value-add development strategies, emphasizing downside protection and capital preservation across real estate, energy, and infrastructure investments.

Investment Structure

The Johnson Family has successfully built and exited multiple platforms in infrastructure, Energy and Real Estate.

• Family Office Alignment
  We operate with long-term thinking. We structure every deal with multiple off-ramps, providing downside protection while maximizing returns. 
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• Vertical Integration
  We control the entire development process, including hydrology, land planning, civil engineering, entitlements, horizontal Construction, vertical construction, and sales. That integration gives us speed, cost efficiency, and execution capability that coordinating subcontractors can't match.
  
  
• Deep Market Expertise
  We work on a project-by-project basis, ensuring each project is properly developed and not cut corners. Our team understands each property intimately, its dynamics, DFW growth patterns, and what builders and buyers actually want.

• Analytical Approach
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• Sophisticated, market-driven approach. We don’t just study the project—we analyze the broader market. Every investment is supported by a detailed, data-driven analysis that evaluates local fundamentals, demand drivers, and all key aspects of the surrounding area.
  
  
• Focus on Irreplaceable Assets
  We target properties with unique natural features that create inherent scarcity and long-term value. 

• Transparent Deal Structures
  You'll see every number, every assumption, every risk factor, and every exit scenario. We want partners who understand what they're investing in and how the returns are generated

Target Return Profile

While every deal is unique, our equity investments target the following return profile:

IRR Target: 20-30%+ depending on exit strategy and hold period

Equity Multiple: 2.0x-3.0x over 18-36 months

Hold Period: Typically 18-36 months from acquisition to exit

These are targets, not guarantees. Actual returns depend on execution, market conditions, exit strategy, and timing. We show you exactly how the math works upfront—no surprises, no hidden assumptions.

These are targets, not guarantees. Actual returns depend on execution, market conditions, exit strategy, and timing. We show you exactly how the math works upfront—no surprises, no hidden assumptions.

Who Should Consider Equity Investment

Our equity opportunities are ideal for accredited investors who:

• Want direct ownership in high-quality real estate assets

• Understand land development and appreciate conservative underwriting

• Value transparency and active communication from sponsors

• Think in years, not quarters, and can handle 18-36 month hold periods

• Seek meaningful upside participation beyond fixed debt returns

• Can commit $500K+ in capital (minimums vary by opportunity)

• Appreciate alignment with family office sponsors who invest their own capital
  

Why Partner with Red Leaf

The Johnson Family has successfully built and exited multiple platforms in infrastructure, Energy and Real Estate.

Family Office Alignment
We operate with long-term thinking. We structure every deal with multiple off-ramps, providing downside protection while maximizing returns. 

Vertical Integration
We control the entire development process, including hydrology, land planning, civil engineering, entitlements, horizontal Construction, vertical construction, and sales. That integration gives us speed, cost efficiency, and execution capability that coordinating subcontractors can't match.

Deep Market Expertise
We work on a project-by-project basis, ensuring each project is properly developed and not cut corners. Our team understands each property intimately, its dynamics, DFW growth patterns, and what builders and buyers actually want.

Analytical Approach

Sophisticated, market-driven approach.

We don’t just study the project—we analyze the broader market. Every investment is supported by a detailed, data-driven analysis that evaluates local fundamentals, demand drivers, and all key aspects of the surrounding area.

Focus on Irreplaceable Assets
We target properties with unique natural features that create inherent scarcity and long-term value. 

Transparent Deal Structures

You'll see every number, every assumption, every risk factor, and every exit scenario. We want partners who understand what they're investing in and how the returns are generated

Invetment Process

1. Initial Inquiry
Reach out through our equity investor contact form or schedule a call. We'll send you an executive summary that includes the investment thesis, return projections, and sponsor background.

2. Detailed Due Diligence
Qualified investors receive comprehensive materials, including:

• Financial models with multiple exit scenarios
• Property appraisals and market comps
• Environmental reports and title work
• Development plans and entitlement strategy
• Operating agreements and investor rights
• Historical sponsor performance data
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3. Site Visit (Highly Recommended)
See the property in person. Walk the riverfront, understand the topography, and evaluate why this land is special. Most sophisticated investors want to see what they're buying.

4. Legal Review
Your attorney reviews the operating agreement, subscription documents, and investor rights. We encourage thorough legal diligence—it protects everyone.

5. Capital Commitment
Submit subscription documents and initial capital contribution. Funds are held in escrow until closing conditions are met.

6. Ongoing Partnership
Receive quarterly reports, financial statements, development updates, and direct access to the Red Leaf team throughout the investment period.

Risk Consideration

All real estate lending involves risk. Here's what you should consider:

Exit Risk

Returns depend on successfully executing one of the planned exit strategies. Market conditions, buyer demand, and competitive dynamics affect all exit paths. Multiple exit strategies reduce this risk but don't eliminate it.

Development Risk

Land development faces risks from permitting delays, entitlement challenges, environmental issues, infrastructure costs, and unforeseen site conditions. Our vertical integration and experienced team mitigate these risks, but they cannot be eliminated.

Liquidity Risk

These are illiquid investments with expected holding periods of 18-36 months. You cannot easily sell or transfer your equity position before exit events occur.

Market Risk

Real estate values fluctuate based on economic conditions, interest rates, population trends, and local market dynamics. While our conservative leverage provides cushion, market downturns can impact exit values and timing

Leverage Risk

While we use conservative leverage, debt service obligations must be met regardless of development progress or market conditions. Interest reserves mitigate this risk, but don't eliminate it. We believe in full transparency about risks. If you have questions about how we mitigate these concerns or manage downside scenarios, let's talk.

Investor Qualifications

Accredited Investor Status Required

SEC regulations require equity 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

Minimum Investment

Minimum equity commitments vary by opportunity. Current Brazos Riverfront opportunity: $500,000 minimum.

Next Steps

Ready to explore equity partnership opportunities with Red Leaf Investments?

Invest In Brazos Riverfront Opportunity

RLI’s flagship Brazos Riverfront holding comprises approximately 275 acres with 2.15 miles 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
• 2.15 miles 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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