FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Concise answers about ACE’s role, process, and typical criteria.
- Is ACE a lender?
- No. ACE is a specialist intermediary. We arrange third-party balance-sheet support; we do not originate or fund loans.
- Does ACE replace the debt broker?
- No. Your financing relationship remains yours. ACE works alongside the existing broker, lender, and sponsor to solve the balance-sheet requirement.
- What types of support does ACE arrange?
- Primarily net worth support, liquidity support, and related guarantee / credit-enhancement capacity required by lenders on CRE transactions.
- What loan sizes does ACE typically see?
- Typical loan size is approximately $10M–$200M+, concentrated in construction and bridge / transitional financing.
- When should a transaction be submitted?
- When financing is identified (or close) and the remaining obstacle is sponsor net worth or liquidity relative to lender requirements.
- How is ACE compensated?
- Typically via a transaction-based advisory or placement fee upon successful closing. Structure is disclosed before engagement and may vary by transaction.
- Does ACE restructure the capital stack?
- No. ACE’s role is to strengthen the sponsor’s ability to satisfy lender balance-sheet requirements without changing the financing source or capital-stack structure.
- Where does ACE operate?
- Nationwide coverage across commercial real estate asset classes.
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