Boutique financing strength The SHB Group specializes in complex commercial real estate financing with a track record of closing deals in a wide range of transactions, indicating a strong ability to win challenging opportunities for clients.

Exclusive lender network Deep-seated, exclusive lender relationships suggest a competitive edge in securing favorable terms and faster closes, presenting a clear entry point for partner or referral programs with banks and non-bank lenders.

High deal value focus Annual closings of approximately 1.5 billion and loan sizes spanning from under 1 million to over 100 million indicate opportunities to target mid-market to large CRE borrowers and developers seeking flexible financing solutions.

Experienced leadership Steven Hersko brings substantial CRE financing and investment expertise, signaling potential for senior advisory engagements, deal sponsorships, and co-marketing with firms seeking seasoned execution capabilities.

Strategic market positioning Operating as a boutique player with broad transaction types (land/building acquisitions, refinancing, bridge loans, CMBS, mezzanine), SHB can be paired with advisory or software solutions (CRM, marketing, analytics) to streamline deal sourcing and lender matchmaking.