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Arixa Capital

Real estate lender and investment manager

Valuations Specialist

Full-Time
$90k - $110k+ Discretionary bonus
Mid, Senior
Bachelor's
Los Angeles, CA, USA
HybridAt least two days in-office per week.
Real EstateAppraisal & Valuation

About the job

Requirements
  • A degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, or a related field is preferred.
  • Three to five years of relevant commercial real estate valuation, appraisal, consulting, or real estate analysis experience.
  • A strong understanding of commercial and construction real estate valuation principles and appraisal methodologies.
  • Knowledge of reporting valuations, replacement cost, collateral allocation, portfolio valuations, and lending-related appraisals.
  • Ability to analyze financial, operational, and market data.
  • Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Verbal, written, and presentation skills.
  • Attention to detail and organizational abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Commercial real estate valuation and appraisal experience across multiple property types.
  • Understanding of market trends, capital markets, and real estate investment strategies.
Responsibilities
  • Execute commercial real estate valuation and appraisal assignments for financial reporting, risk assessment analysis, and portfolio valuation.
  • Analyze appraised values for different commercial property types and real estate interests using recognized appraisal methodologies and industry standards.
  • Gather, verify, and analyze property-specific, market, and economic data to support valuation conclusions.
  • Conduct market research, including sales, leasing, operating expense, capitalization rate, and demographic analyses.
  • Interact independently with clients, brokers, property managers, and other market participants to obtain relevant information and market intelligence.
  • Review and interpret leases, operating statements, rent rolls, property tax records, budgets, and other property-level documentation.
  • Evaluate industry surveys, market benchmarks, economic indicators, and demographic trends that affect property values.
  • Reconcile changes in valuation from historical valuations.
  • Assist in preparing valuation analyses and reports.
  • Present valuation findings, assumptions, and conclusions clearly, concisely, and defensibly.
  • Collaborate with team members across multiple markets and geographic regions to ensure consistency, quality, and timely project delivery.
  • Support quality control reviews and ensure the accuracy and completeness of valuation assignments.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience performing valuation reviews for institutional-quality real estate assets.
  • Experience supporting reporting and portfolio valuation assignments.

About the company

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Arixa Capital

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Arixa Capital is a real estate lender and investment manager that provides short-term financing for professional developers and real estate investors. It originates, underwrites, and services senior-secured bridge, renovation, and construction loans for non-owner-occupied properties, typically ranging from $250,000 to $70 million, with closings often in 10–14 days due to its in-house credit, servicing, and draw-processing capabilities. It also runs real estate debt funds, such as the Arixa Secured Income Fund and the Arixa Enhanced Income Fund, offering accredited investors access to a diversified portfolio of loans and earning management and performance fees. Its differentiator is a hands-on, employee-owned culture coupled with fast execution, and it has expanded from California into Arizona, Texas, and Florida, aiming to provide a predictable, income-generating alternative to traditional stocks and bonds while delivering timely capital to developers and investors.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$200M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2006

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What believers are saying

  • September 9, 2026 originations crossed $9 billion, showing persistent borrower demand.
  • May 28, 2026 securitization drew institutional demand and recycled capital into new loans.
  • Jim Sawitzke’s September 2026 homebuilder push expands Arixa into larger $80 million deals.

What critics are saying

  • California DRE’s H-42157 LA accusation targets Jan Brzeski and Arixa.
  • Douglas Cochrane’s 2025 data-breach class action exposes weak controls and reputational damage.
  • Construction-loan defaults or securitization market closure would cripple funding and originations within months.

What makes Arixa Capital unique

  • Employee-owned, in-house credit, servicing, and draw management speed Arixa closings.
  • The June 2024 Oaktree venture adds institutional capital and distribution power.
  • West Coast roots and multi-state execution differentiate Arixa from local hard-money shops.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Performance Bonus
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Hybrid Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

27%

1 year growth

27%

2 year growth

27%
PR Newswire
Sep 9th, 2026
Arixa Capital surpasses $9B in loan originations, expands homebuilder finance programme

Arixa Capital, a private real estate lender and alternative investment manager, has surpassed $9 billion in originated loans since its founding in 2006. The Los Angeles-based firm is expanding its homebuilder finance programme, which provides specialized lending for large-scale residential and mixed-use developments. The expansion is led by Jim Sawitzke, who joined as Executive Vice President, Homebuilder Finance. Sawitzke brings nearly three decades of experience from senior positions at Brio Homebuilder Solutions, M&T Bank, AmTrust Bank, and JPMorgan Chase. Arixa's Pro Builder programme serves established developers undertaking projects of 10 or more units, with loans up to $80 million. Recent financings have ranged from $30 million to $80 million across Arizona, California, Florida, Idaho, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington. The firm maintains a servicing portfolio exceeding $2.8 billion and employs over 135 people.

Arixa Capital
Sep 9th, 2026
Arixa Capital surpasses $9 billion in loan originations.

Arixa Capital surpasses $9 billion in loan originations. LOS ANGELES, September 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Arixa Capital, a leading private real estate lender and alternative investment manager, today announced it has surpassed $9 billion in originated loans since inception. The firm reached this milestone as it continues the rapid expansion of its homebuilder finance business, a specialized lending program for large-scale residential and mixed-use developments in need of sophisticated capital solutions and construction expertise. The expansion is being led by industry veteran Jim Sawitzke, who recently joined the firm as Executive Vice President, Homebuilder Finance. "We're excited to welcome Jim at an important moment in Arixa's growth," said Seth Davis, President of Arixa Capital. "As we surpass $9 billion in originations, we see a significant opportunity to expand our presence in the homebuilder market and support experienced developers pursuing complex, large-scale residential projects." The expansion builds on Arixa's growing presence in the homebuilder sector, including several recent financings across the country, ranging from $30 million to $80 million, supporting sizable developments in Arizona, California, Florida, Idaho, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington. These loans were provided through Arixa's Pro Builder program to support complex, multi-phase residential development. Arixa's Pro Builder program serves established builders and developers undertaking residential and mixed-use projects of 10 or more units, with loans up to $80 million. The program supports phased developments through a single approval process, spanning acquisition, construction, and eventual sale or refinance. With more than 135 employees across its platform, including in-house credit, construction management, servicing, and capital markets functions, Arixa combines construction expertise with the institutional resources required to execute complex projects. "Homebuilders need a trusted capital partner that understands the realities of construction lending and can execute with consistency on both current and future projects," said Greg Hebner, Chief Executive Officer. "Arixa's homebuilder financing program is designed to meet those needs, providing reliable capital, construction expertise, and personalized service throughout the development process." Jim Sawitzke joins Arixa to lead the growth of its homebuilder finance business, bringing nearly three decades of experience in residential construction lending and real estate finance. Before joining Arixa, he served in senior leadership positions at Brio Homebuilder Solutions, a Blackstone portfolio company, and at leading financial institutions including M&T Bank, AmTrust Bank, and JPMorgan Chase. "Homebuilders are looking for capital partners that truly understand their business, that are responsive and creative, and that can execute on time without last-minute surprises," said Jim Sawitzke, Executive Vice President, Homebuilder Finance. "Arixa's combination of construction expertise, flexible capital, and institutional infrastructure gives builders the confidence that their financing will be there when they need it." About Arixa Capital Founded in 2006, Arixa Capital is a leading private real estate lender and alternative investment manager with over $9.0 billion in originations completed since inception and a servicing portfolio exceeding $2.8 billion as of the date of this release. As an independent, employee-owned firm, Arixa Capital is personally invested in the success of its borrowers and investors. Its reputation for reliability, transparency, and high-quality service inspires long-term relationships and is the foundation of its growth and success. Arixa has been named one of the fastest growing private companies according to the Inc. 5000 for four consecutive years. [1] The firm has offices in Los Angeles and Phoenix. For media inquiries, please contact: Steve Pavlov Senior Vice President, Marketing [email protected] Arixa Capital Advisors, LLC is licensed under the CFL#60DBO-98673. Origination fees and other fees may apply. This is not an offer to lend. Any financing will be subject to a credit evaluation, approval of the subject property, and other restrictions. Funding window begins once all due diligence documents are submitted and requires clear title. Terms and conditions are subject to change. To qualify, a borrower must meet its underwriting requirements. Not all borrowers receive the lowest rate. To qualify for the lowest rate, you must meet certain conditions. Your actual rate will depend on a variety of factors. Rates and Terms are subject to change at anytime without notice. Important Disclosures & Endnotes Loans made or arranged pursuant to a California Finance Lenders Law license. CFL License No. 60DBO-98673 (NMLS ID No. 2318142). Greg Hebner is a licensed California real estate broker (DRE License No. 01396057). Seth Davis is a licensed mortgage loan originator (NMLS ID 2140186). [1] Arixa Capital was named to the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. in 2023 (#3,588), 2024 (#3,467), 2025 (#2,304), and 2026 (#1,842). Arixa provided Inc. de minimis compensation to be considered for the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. For a full description of ranking methodology, please visit: https://www.inc.com/inc-5000-methodology-how-Arixa Capital-selected-these-companies.html.

PR Newswire
Jun 16th, 2026
Arixa Capital surpasses $8B in loan originations, expands leadership team

Arixa Capital, a private real estate lender and alternative investment manager, has surpassed $8 billion in total loan originations since its founding in 2006. The Los Angeles-based firm has financed over 15,000 housing units nationwide, providing short-term loans ranging from $250,000 to $75 million. In 2025, Arixa exceeded $2 billion in annual originations and is surpassing that pace this year. The company has strengthened its leadership team with two key appointments: Brian Sakamoto as General Counsel, bringing 20 years of real estate lending experience from PGIM, and Jonathan Setiabrata as Senior Vice President of Investor Relations, with a decade of alternative investments experience. The firm maintains a servicing portfolio exceeding $2.5 billion and has been named to the Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies list for three consecutive years.

PR Newswire
May 28th, 2026
Arixa Capital closes $200M residential transition loan securitization backed by diversified US property portfolio

Arixa Capital, a private real estate lender and alternative investment manager, has closed its second residential transition loan securitisation worth $200 million. The transaction, which attracted significant institutional investor demand, is backed by a diversified pool of loans across major US markets. The securitisation offered Class A1 and A2 notes totalling $180 million, with Arixa retaining the bottom $20 million. The structure includes a two-year revolving period allowing principal paydowns to be reinvested into newly originated assets. Performance Trust Capital Partners served as sole structuring agent and bookrunner. Founded in 2006, Arixa exceeded $2 billion in annual loan origination volume in 2025 and has completed over $8 billion in originations since inception. The firm maintains a vertically integrated platform handling origination, underwriting, servicing and construction draw management.

Arixa Capital
Mar 3rd, 2026
Arixa Capital Launches Mini Perm Financing for Completed or Stabilized Projects

Arixa Capital launches Mini Perm financing for completed or stabilized projects. LOS ANGELES, March 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Arixa Capital ("Arixa" or the "Company") today introduced its Mini Perm financing solution for completed or stabilized residential projects. The program allows builders, developers, and operators to refinance construction debt into bridge loans with no prepayment penalty and no minimum interest payment. Today's higher-rate environment has increased uncertainty around the optimal timing of takeout. Arixa's Mini Perm product is designed to mitigate that risk with a flexible structure that lowers carry costs and enables well-orchestrated exits. Sponsors have the ability to manage the timing of their property sales or refinance when market and project conditions align, ensuring sponsors can move forward on their own timetable. "Having flexibility between construction completion and the re-financing into the permanent market is incredibly important to our clients," said Managing Director Seth Davis. "We built our Mini Perm solutions to preserve optionality and provide an efficient exit path when the timing is right." Since its founding, Arixa has originated more than 3,000 loans, financing the acquisition, construction, and/or renovation of over 14,000 housing units nationwide. In 2025, the Company set a new Arixa annual record with over $2 billion in funded loans. This growth reflects both the rising demand for alternative sources of financing and Arixa's ability to deliver through its integrated platform that combines in-house credit, servicing, and construction draw processing. "After a record 2025, our Mini Perm is a natural extension of Arixa's large and growing construction lending business," added Managing Director Greg Hebner. "We want to support our clients at project completion, when they often need additional flexibility. Our capital helps bridge the transition, allowing them to stabilize operations, improve sales velocity, or wait for a better takeout window for a permanent loan." Mini Perm Program Overview Arixa Capital's Mini Perm financing is designed for completed or stabilized residential projects. The program allows sponsors to refinance into an interest-only structure while maintaining the freedom to exit efficiently, with no prepayment penalty and no minimum interest, when their permanent financing or sell-out strategy is ready. | / | MINI PERM - RENTAL FINANCING | MINI PERM - SALE FINANCING | | SIZE: | $1,500,000-$10,000,000 | $1,500,000-$10,000,000 | | STRATEGY: | Assets for Stabilization / Hold | Assets for Disposition | | PROPERTY TYPES: | Build-to-Rent Communities; Apartments; Other Rental Assets | Build-to-Sell Communities, Condominiums, Subdivisions, Townhome Complexes | | TERMS: | Up to 24 Months Extensions Available | Up to 24 Months Extensions Available | | POSITION: | First Lien | First Lien | | LTV: | <70% Based on Third Party Appraisal | <75% Based on Third Party Appraisal | | FEATURES: | Interest Only; No Minimum Interest No Prepayment Penalty Requires Minimum 1.10x DSCR | Interest Only; No Minimum Interest No Prepayment Penalty | To learn more about Arixa Capital's Mini Perm program, keep reading here, or contact Arixa Capital at [email protected]. About Arixa Capital Founded in 2006, Arixa Capital is a leading private real estate lender and alternative investment manager with over $7.0 billion in originations completed since inception and a servicing portfolio exceeding $2.0 billion as of the date of this release. As an independent, employee-owned firm, Arixa Capital is personally invested in the success of its borrowers and investors. Its reputation for reliability, transparency, and high-quality service inspires long-term relationships and is the foundation of its growth and success. Arixa has been named one of the fastest growing private companies according to the Inc. 5000.[1] The firm has offices in Los Angeles and Phoenix.