Fifty Stones Capital Group Closes Monumental $21M Refinance Deal in Rochester, NY.

ROCHESTER, NY – Kicking off the new year with momentum and precision, Fifty Stones Capital Group proudly announces the successful closing of a $21 million refinance deal on January 7, 2025, in the heart of Rochester, NY. This landmark transaction marks the first deal of the year for the firm, setting the pace for what promises to be a high-powered 2025.

What started as a complex financial challenge turned into a success story of timing, tenacity, and trust. The borrower, a seasoned developer with a dynamic real estate portfolio, was facing mounting pressure from a looming maturity deadline on a previous loan. With valuable assets on the table but limited time, he needed a capital partner who could move fast, think creatively, and deliver certainty.

That’s when the broker, someone who had previously closed with Fifty Stones Capital Group, stepped in. Having experienced the firm’s efficiency and no-nonsense process firsthand, the broker wasted no time connecting the borrower with the Fifty Stones team.

From the first conversation, it was clear that this deal had the hallmarks of a Fifty Stones win: a strong underlying asset, a motivated borrower, and a tight timeline. Within 15 days, the deal was structured, underwritten, and in motion.

“We knew from the beginning that this was a race against the clock,” said Mark Shea, the CEO of Fifty Stones Capital Group. “But we also knew we had the team and the tools to make it happen. When brokers trust us to deliver, we don’t miss.”

The $21 million refinance allowed the borrower to fully pay off his existing loan, free up liquidity, and reposition the asset for a new phase of strategic growth. The collateral, a mix of commercial and multifamily units in a prime Rochester corridor, offered both cash flow and upside, making the deal a strong addition to Fifty Stones' growing portfolio of smart, secure capital placements.

The borrower called the closing "the smoothest and most professional experience I've had in years." The broker echoed that sentiment, describing the group as "a lender that actually performs when it counts."

With this deal officially in the books, Fifty Stones Capital Group is charging into the year with its signature blend of clarity, speed, and execution. And if this is just the beginning of 2025, the industry can expect many more bold closings to follow.

About Fifty Stones Capital Group

Fifty Stones Capital Group is a private lending firm that specializes in structured finance for real estate projects across the U.S. Known for its speed, creativity, and reliability, the group partners with developers, brokers, and investors to close complex deals that traditional lenders often can’t touch.