SAVE THE DATE:
Thursday, August 28, 2025 (6pm to 8pm)Philadelphia (near City Hall), Pennsylvania
UREF/BDREF/SIREDF Philadelphia Cocktail Party/Panel Discussion: "Building Wealth and Creating Jobs by Investing One Million Dollars in Equity Capital with Black Real Estate Entrepreneurs in Philadelphia"!
Moderated by Thomas Lopez-Pierre, Fund Manager of the Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC and the Social Impact Real Estate Debt Fund, LLC.
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Thomas Lopez-Pierre at 646-527-1116 / info@urbanrealestatefund.com.
Event Panelists (more to be announced)
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Clarissa Parrish, M.D. (UREF Real Estate Investor) + Daniel Betancourt (President/CEO of Finanta/formerly Community First Fund) + Daphne McGee (UREF Real Estate Entrepreneur) + Jeff Hornstein (Executive Director at Economy League of Greater Philadelphia) + J. Mark Evans, M.D. (UREF Real Estate Investor) + Robin Newton Jenkins, M.D. (UREF Real Estate Investor) + Tony Payton, Jr. (UREF Real Estate Entrepreneur/Former State Legislator in Pennsylvania 2006 - 2012).
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10% For Debt Investors
Social Impact Real Estate Debt Fund, LLC:
10% annual interest rate (simple interest) for those who invest $10,000 or more (3 year term: promissory note/interest paid annually).
20% For Equity Investors
Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC:
15% preferred rate of return or 50% of the profits (whichever is greater) for accredited investors who invest $10,000 or more.
20% preferred rate of return or 50% of the profits (whichever is greater) for accredited investors who invest $100,000 or more. NOTE: The Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC [ ONLY accepts investment capital ] from medical professionals. For a copy of our Private Placement Memorandum/PPM (i.e. Investment Documents), contact Thomas Lopez-Pierre directly at 646-527-1116 and/or info@urbanrealestatefund.com.
15% preferred rate of return or 50% of the profits (whichever is greater) for accredited investors who invest $10,000 or more.
20% preferred rate of return or 50% of the profits (whichever is greater) for accredited investors who invest $100,000 or more. NOTE: The Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC [ ONLY accepts investment capital ] from medical professionals. For a copy of our Private Placement Memorandum/PPM (i.e. Investment Documents), contact Thomas Lopez-Pierre directly at 646-527-1116 and/or info@urbanrealestatefund.com.
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Fill Out The Below Form To Receive A Copy Of Our Private Placement Memorandum/PPM (i.e. Investment Documents)!
On June 6, 2020, Thomas Lopez-Pierre, President/CEO, launched the Black Real Estate Forum, LLC (the "Forum") as a private membership association of accredited investors for the purpose of helping to establish social impact private equity real estate funds and hosting real estate industry networking events.
The primary mission of the Black Real Estate Forum, LLC is to increase the number of accredited investors that invest with Black real estate entrepreneurs in Black communities in America.
On April 30, 2021, Thomas Lopez-Pierre, Fund Manager, launched BREF Fund I, LLC (the "Fund") as a social impact private equity real estate fund.
50% annual rate of return on capital employed!
(Black real estate entrepreneurs are required to generate an annual 50% rate of return).
On December 9, 2024, Thomas Lopez-Pierre [ revised his business strategy ] by changing the name of the fund.
On December 31, 2024, Thomas Lopez-Pierre CLOSED the Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC (Fund I) to new investors.
On January 2, 2025, Thomas Lopez-Pierre launched the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC (Fund II) with plans to raise Five Million Dollars in equity capital.
Rebranding:
The fund was renamed the [ Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC (Fund I)/Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC (Fund II) ].
Expansion of Investor Base:
On June 6, 2025, the Social Impact Real Estate Fund, LLC was founded to accept debt capital from accredited investors of [ all racial groups ] in accordance with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Regulation D.
Refocused Mission:
Rebranding:
The fund was renamed the [ Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC (Fund I)/Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC (Fund II) ].
Expansion of Investor Base:
On June 6, 2025, the Social Impact Real Estate Fund, LLC was founded to accept debt capital from accredited investors of [ all racial groups ] in accordance with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Regulation D.
Refocused Mission:
The social impact mission of each of the funds, was expanded to included helping to reduce [ crime rates and the incarceration of Black people ] in America through economic empowerment (i.e. "Building Wealth and Creating Jobs").
For over two decades, Black people have represented more than a [ third of the U.S. prison population ] despite making up only 14% of the general population.
In 2021, Black people (57%) and Hispanic people (30%) made up almost 90% of New York City’s over 16,000 jail admissions despite only comprising 52% of the overall population of New York City.
In 2021, Black people (57%) and Hispanic people (30%) made up almost 90% of New York City’s over 16,000 jail admissions despite only comprising 52% of the overall population of New York City.
We believe that providing economic opportunities (by "Building Wealth and Creating Jobs") is one of the most effective ways to reduce [ crime rates and incarceration of Black people ].
Investment Focus:
The Social Impact Real Estate Fund, LLC will serve as the debt fund for the Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC. The Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC [ exclusively invest ] with Black real estate entrepreneurs operating in Black communities across the Northeastern United States: Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington, D.C.
Due to historical and systemic barriers in the capital markets, Black real estate entrepreneurs often struggle to access investment capital.
The Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC seek to address these [ "market imperfections" rooted in economic racism ] by providing much-needed investment capital to these Black real estate entrepreneurs. NOTE: The Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC require their Black real estate entrepreneurs to [ employ Black workers ] including electricians, plumbers, and construction contractors as part of their commitment to help reduce [ crime rates and incarceration of Black people ] by providing jobs for Black people in Black communities.
Expanding Impact and Partnerships:
By 2028, the Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC plan to allocate 10% of their profits to nonprofit organizations that provide construction training to Black people, especially formerly incarcerated Black people.
Investment Structure and Strategy:
The Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC's investments are secured by real estate, offering high yields, low volatility, and short durations. The Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC mandate a 50% annual rate of return on capital employed and require Black real estate entrepreneurs to provide secondary property collateral to ensure repayment. Click here to view a listing of our current investment properties.
The Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC have a strong pipeline of opportunities driven by their network of experienced Black real estate entrepreneurs who possess intimate knowledge of local markets, direct relationships with government officials and local banks, and access to top-tier Black industry professionals.
Unique Investment Opportunity in Black Communities:
The current commercial real estate markets in Black communities represent a unique and compelling investment opportunity. History shows that some of the best real estate investments were made during times of adversity similar to what we are seeing today.
In 2028, the Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC plan to expand their investments into Black communities across the U.S., including Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC are committed to making a [ meaningful social impact by investing with Black real estate entrepreneurs ] to “Build Wealth and Create Jobs" in Black communities.
The Social Impact Real Estate Fund, LLC will serve as the debt fund for the Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC. The Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC [ exclusively invest ] with Black real estate entrepreneurs operating in Black communities across the Northeastern United States: Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington, D.C.
Due to historical and systemic barriers in the capital markets, Black real estate entrepreneurs often struggle to access investment capital.
The Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC seek to address these [ "market imperfections" rooted in economic racism ] by providing much-needed investment capital to these Black real estate entrepreneurs. NOTE: The Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC require their Black real estate entrepreneurs to [ employ Black workers ] including electricians, plumbers, and construction contractors as part of their commitment to help reduce [ crime rates and incarceration of Black people ] by providing jobs for Black people in Black communities.
Expanding Impact and Partnerships:
By 2028, the Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC plan to allocate 10% of their profits to nonprofit organizations that provide construction training to Black people, especially formerly incarcerated Black people.
Investment Structure and Strategy:
The Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC's investments are secured by real estate, offering high yields, low volatility, and short durations. The Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC mandate a 50% annual rate of return on capital employed and require Black real estate entrepreneurs to provide secondary property collateral to ensure repayment. Click here to view a listing of our current investment properties.
The Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC have a strong pipeline of opportunities driven by their network of experienced Black real estate entrepreneurs who possess intimate knowledge of local markets, direct relationships with government officials and local banks, and access to top-tier Black industry professionals.
Unique Investment Opportunity in Black Communities:
The current commercial real estate markets in Black communities represent a unique and compelling investment opportunity. History shows that some of the best real estate investments were made during times of adversity similar to what we are seeing today.
In 2028, the Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC plan to expand their investments into Black communities across the U.S., including Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC, the Urban Real Estate Fund II, LLC and the Black Doctors Real Estate Fund, LLC are committed to making a [ meaningful social impact by investing with Black real estate entrepreneurs ] to “Build Wealth and Create Jobs" in Black communities.
For a copy of our Private Placement Memorandum/PPM (i.e. Investment Documents), contact:
Thomas Lopez-Pierre646-527-1116info@urbanrealestatefund.com
Thomas Lopez-Pierre646-527-1116info@urbanrealestatefund.com
$100,000 Investment In 2024$50,000 Payment Due In 12 Months/2025(Investment #6 - OPEN)
On June 14, 2024, BREF Fund I, LLC (now Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC) invested $100,000 with Tony Payton, Jr. into 319 Friends Street, Camden, NJ 08102.
In 2025, Tony Payton, Jr. will be required to pay a $50,000 investment payment (50% rate of return) and return $100,000 in principal capital to the Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC.
Tony Payton, Jr. plans to use the Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC’s investment capital to help him aquire the rest of the block 319 Friends Street, Camden, NJ 08102 is located on to merge the properties into one development project.
Tony Payton, Jr. plans to build a 30 unit student housing development (right next door to Rutgers University).
Tony Payton, Jr. is a former member of the Pennsylvania General Assembly.
Tony Payton, Jr. plans to use the Urban Real Estate Fund, LLC’s investment capital to help him aquire the rest of the block 319 Friends Street, Camden, NJ 08102 is located on to merge the properties into one development project.
Tony Payton, Jr. plans to build a 30 unit student housing development (right next door to Rutgers University).
Tony Payton, Jr. is a former member of the Pennsylvania General Assembly.