“We find that established deal makers and entrepreneurs are looking for opportunities in office, retail, industrial and residential property markets,” says Charl Wiid, head of Structured Property Finance at Investec South Africa.
We believe the nature of these deals often demands an innovative approach, which is why we strive to find solutions for our clients that go beyond mere finance.
Through a relationship-based offering, the specialist property team provides a comprehensive range of integrated property funding solutions across all property sectors. “We understand that every client is different, which is why a strong partnership is so important,” he says. “We work with some of South Africa’s most respected and established property companies and entrepreneurs, helping them to achieve the best possible return on their investments.”
Bespoke partnerships
"The team looks at each application individually, analysing a variety of factors used to structure a deal,” says Wiid. “We also aim to provide transparency in each new deal. Our ability to understand complexity and make quick decisions allows our clients to be more agile in the market.”
Aligning globally
Wiid explains that the UK property finance business is named Structured Property Finance. To represent an international brand, the SA team is aligning its name with the UK business. The name change also represents the growth and evolution of the local business.
“Structured embodies what we do,” he explains. “We focus on structured and tailored solutions for our clients, assessing each case on its individual merits and partnering with them to find a ‘win-win’ solution.”
“Through our expert knowledge and exceptional service offering, our Investec Structured Property Finance team here in South Africa empowers clients to create wealth – locally and internationally – through partnering with our international business.”
“We enjoy a great synergy between the two teams,” he adds. “Both are client-focused teams who put tremendous emphasis on the strength of relationships. We have seen this cross-geography collaboration pay off."
Beyond finance
As specialists in property finance, Investec delivers personalised service to each client. “We are a trusted partner on that journey to growth,” Wiid concludes. “We have many repeat business opportunities with clients, which is a testament to the strength of the relationships we build with them.”
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