Pine City Investments

✦ New Investment Opportunity ✦

Fix & Flip

3535 Verdugo

Highland Park

$1.43M

ARV

$240K

Capital Open

6 mo

Timeline

Our Investment Strategy

Buy. Renovate. Sell.

Transforming undervalued homes into desirable properties across Southern California

01

Identify & Acquire

Disciplined underwriting. Target distressed or undervalued assets in high-demand LA County markets.

02

Fund the Deal

Capital raised from our private investor network, structured with promissory notes and clear return terms.

03

Renovate with Precision

Thoughtful design, strict scope management, and quality craftsmanship to maximize appeal and ARV.

04

Sell & Return Capital

Strategic listing, fast execution, and full investor payoff with returns — on every project.

High-Demand Markets

We focus on LA County zip codes with strong buyer demand, limited inventory, and proven appreciation.

Strict Due Diligence

Every deal goes through a rigorous underwriting process — comps, inspections, rehab estimates, and risk review.

Quality Renovations

Design-forward upgrades that resonate with buyers and appraisers — finished on time, within budget.

The Vision

Project Plan

A before & after look.

CURRENT

PLAN

Deal Overview

Investment Breakdown

A look at our project costs, projected returns, and the capital structure for this opportunity.

Deal Overview

Project Proforma

Project Costs
Purchase Price
$1,000,000
Acquisition Costs
$8,704
Est. Rehab Cost
$150,000
Financing Costs
$61,100
Resale Costs
$82,100
Holding Costs
$10,000
Exit
After Repair Value (ARV)
$1,433,000
Total Investment Open
$240,000 Open

Who We Are

About Us

Pine City Investments LLC is a Los Angeles-based real estate investment company focused on short-term fix & flip opportunities designed to deliver strong and consistent returns for investors.

Founded by siblings AJ and Jean Santiago, Pine City Investments combines strategic property acquisition, thoughtful renovation design, and disciplined project management to transform undervalued homes into desirable properties in high-demand markets across Southern California.

Since launching, the company has successfully completed numerous projects and built strong relationships with private investors who trust Pine City to protect their capital while generating better-than-average returns.

AJ and Jean Santiago — Pine City Investments

Why Pine City

Why Invest With Us

What sets us apart — and what every investor in our network can expect.

Competitive Returns

We offer double-digit returns that consistently outperform traditional investing vehicles — with your capital secured by real property.

Completely Passive

We handle everything — deal sourcing, renovations, and sales. You invest, and we do the work. Your money works hard so you don't have to.

Quarterly Updates

We keep you in the loop with regular phone calls, Zoom updates, and property walkthroughs. You'll always know where your investment stands.

Exclusive Site Visits

Want to see your investment in person? We invite our investors to tour the project site and watch the transformation happen firsthand.

Backed by Mentors

We're connected to seasoned mentors and a strong peer network of industry action-takers — keeping our decisions sharp and market-informed.

Our Vendors & Network

As an investor, you gain access to our trusted network — hard money lenders, home inspectors, and industry events that keep you connected.

Recent Projects

A snapshot of our most recent fix & flip projects.

15033 Gale

2273 W 29th

2255 W 24th

Frequently Asked Questions

Like any investment, there's always some level of risk — delays, budget surprises, market shifts. We tackle this by underwriting every deal conservatively, pad our budgets, and build in extra buffer on timelines. We only acquire projects if the numbers still work in the worst-case scenario!

Sit back, relax, & sip a martini while your money works for you! If you're local, we love taking our investors on private job-site walkthroughs so you can see the transformation happening in real time. Our investors always love it!

Yes! We send out PDF quarterly updates so you're always in the know. And of course, we're always just a phone call away — we're an open book and love sharing the process behind every project!

Once the property sells, your full principal plus your earned interest gets paid back to you. One clean payout at the finish line — no complicated schedules.

Life happens — we understand. If an emergency comes up, reach out to us right away and we'll work with you to find the best path forward. Our goal is to always ensure our investors are protected & more importantly, comfortable with their investment!

We'd love to hear from you! Hit Schedule a Call and let's chat — no question is too small. You can also Download our Pitch Deck for a full look at the deal. We're here to make sure you feel confident, informed, and more importantly: excited!