For Accredited Investors Only
Private Real Estate Investments for Accredited Investors
Private Real Estate Investments for Accredited Investors
Designed for long-term passive income and capital preservation
Designed for long-term passive income and capital preservation
We structure private real estate investments that allow accredited investors to participate in professionally managed, asset-backed opportunities without the responsibilities of ownership. Capital is deployed into carefully selected projects designed to generate consistent income and long-term appreciation, while our team handles sourcing, execution, and management.
Investment Options
Compare investment tiers, minimum commitments, and available investor benefits.
Fund Terms: $100M Target Raise • 3-Year Lockup • Open-Ended Structure • Quarterly Distributions • Accredited Investors Only
Questions About Investor Tiers?
Schedule a call to discuss the fund, current opportunities, and determine which investment tier best aligns with your goals.
Proven Performance
Backed by a proven track record of capital preservation, consistent returns, and long-term investor relationships.
Experienced & SEC 506(c) Compliant
Operated by an experienced team following SEC 506(c) guidelines, designed for accredited investors seeking transparent, & managed opportunities.
See the Fund in Action
Download our Spring 2026 Pipeline Snapshot to view the homes currently under development, active builder partnerships, underwriting standards, and how investor capital is being deployed across the portfolio today.
How Our Investment Model Works
A brief overview of how we structure, manage, and deliver returns for our investors
Understand the Investment
Download our Investor Briefing to learn why North Carolina's housing shortage, population growth, and builder financing gap have created a unique opportunity for private investors.
A Unique Model
That Solves a Critical Market Gap
The REI Transactional Equity Fund I provides growth capital to established home builders with proven track records who are ready to scale but lack the funding to do so.
Here's the challenge these builders face: construction lenders will finance the majority of a build—but only after critical early milestones are completed.
Your capital funds the critical early stages that:
Command premium returns (highest-value money in the construction cycle)
Allows builders to scale efficiently
Create equity participation in high-margin new construction
The land must be purchased, the site prepared, and the foundation poured before construction financing kicks in. Builders need capital to cover these initial phases, and without it, most can only self-fund 6-7 projects per year. That’s where we come in.
Your capital funds the critical early stages that:
We embed ourselves as operational partners, handling bookkeeping, accounting, invoice processing, and financial tracking. This prevents builders from drowning in admin work while giving us detailed insights into every investment.
The Results
Builders scale efficiently.
You earn 18% target returns with regular distributions plus profit participation as projects sell.
Meet Loren Wernette: The Operator Behind the Returns
Loren Wernette built REI Transactional from real experience in the market. After owning 65 rental properties, completing 20+ fix-and-flips, and managing millions in active real estate projects, he created a firm focused on helping accredited investors access professionally managed real estate opportunities without the headaches of direct ownership.
Today, Loren works directly with investors and builders to structure opportunities backed by disciplined underwriting, hands-on experience, and long-term relationships.
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Your Capital Protection is Our #1 Priority
Returns matter. But safety matters more.
Rigorous Builder Vetting
We embed ourselves as operational partners, handling bookkeeping, accounting, invoice processing, and financial tracking. This prevents builders from drowning in admin work while giving us detailed insights into every investment.
Rigorous Builder Vetting
We underwrite assuming worst-case scenarios. Construction delays, cost overruns, market softness. We'd rather exceed conservative expectations than miss aggressive targets.
Rigorous Builder Vetting
We handle all bookkeeping and financial tracking, so we see every invoice, every draw, every dollar. We catch issues before they become problems.
Complete Transparency
Investor portal with regular updates. No waiting weeks for quarterly PDFs.
Direct Communication
When you have questions, you reach me directly, not a call center or account manager. I've personally spoken with every investor, and I personally respond.
Third-Party Accreditation
We verify all investors through InvestReady, ensuring full SEC compliance under 506(c) regulations.
Trusted By Professionals Like You
Our debt fund has raised millions from doctors, financial advisors, attorneys, and business owners who know how to scrutinize deals.
We maintained a 70% reinvestment rate quarter after quarter. When we survey investors, they consistently mention our underwriting process, direct communication, and finally having a passive real estate investment that delivers.
James C.
Fund Investor
"I'm excited to be part of Fund I and excited to see what the future holds for REI Transactional. The niche loan offerings meet an important need for developers while providing attractive and stable returns for investors. This fund offers one of the best risk/reward investments that I have encountered."
Craig N.
Fund Investor
"Investing with REI Transactional has been an easy, hands-off way to get better returns than through CD's. I love that it is backed by assets and that Loren vets his deals well. I've increased my capital invested every year."
John G.
Fund Investor
"The experience so far has been great. Loren has been very insightful and informative. He's very transparent about everything and inspires confidence."
Most investors spend weeks researching. You can shortcut that by speaking directly with Loren, the fund manager.
How It Works
We've structured this for investor liquidity while giving builders the runway they need.
Initial conversation to discuss your goals, our builder vetting process, and how distributions work. No pressure—just exploring fit.
Once you decide to move forward, we complete an accreditation verification through InvestReady to keep us SEC compliant.
Your capital is diversified across all active projects in our portfolio—minimum investment of $75,000. This means you're not tied to any single project's performance.
Ongoing Returns
Regular distribution checks targeting 18% annually
Investor portal access
Direct line to management
Professional tax documentation
Investment Details
Minimum Investment:
$75,000
Target Returns:
18% annually
Distribution Schedule:
Quarterly
(After the first 12 months)
Investor Requirement:
$75,000
IRA Eligible:
Yes, through self-directed IRAs
Geographic Focus:
Southeast United States
Our tiers target 12%, 15% & 18% blended annual returns respectively. Investments are cumulative—your total invested amount determines your tier.
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If you’re serious about placing capital, this conversation is part of doing proper due diligence.
Disclaimer
Investments in REI Transactional Equity Fund I LLC involve risk, including potential loss of principal, and are available only to accredited investors. Past performance is not indicative of future results. This information is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. Consult your financial advisor, attorney, or tax professional. By using this website, you agree to these terms.
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