Investment & Development

Pinnacle Real Estate Investment & Development Our model is simple,  our primary focus is value add real estate investments with strong cash on cash returns and high equity multiples.  Clients have a variety of investment choices, many of which come through acquisitions, developments, debt instruments, or partnerships. Our model has been refined through a disciplined approach that has been proven over decades and more projects than can be counted.  Sure, PV = FV[1/(1+r)]n, and Yes, V = NOI/CAP, and many other standardized matrix are helpful in the process.  Software advancements have streamlined valuation and management, however, the key to a successful project has never changed.  

Our investment and development process is as follows: feasibility, acquisition, design, financing, construction, marketing, leasing, operations and management.  Our primary investment  focus is on multifamily, industrial, flex, storage, retail, office, and land development. With a strong network, and a vision of to see tremendous upside, finding strong performing assets is what we do. We pay particular attention to real estate cycles, markets, interest rates, tax laws, governmental regulation and trends. Mitigating risk is at the foundation of every deal.  Investor loyalty and integrity is the core of who we are. Equity sources from trusts, institutional, endowment, foundations, insurance, and REIT's have been fully integrated into our capital plan. We welcome partners and joint ventures. We have a lot of fun  working with top notch professionals.

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 Investment through strategic portfolio placement and capital management. 

True value creation comes through vertical integration and operational efficiency. 

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Investment & Development Team

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Nathan Leishman

President

Nathan Leishman is the President of Pinnacle Real Estate Group.

Academics: he received his Accounting degree from Utah State University in Logan, Utah,  after which he obtained his real estate license and sold real estate at Coldwell Banker for a number of years. After which he earned his MBA from the University of Texas with an emphasis in Finance.  Nate completed his Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. He also earned a certificate in Urban Planning as well as received the distinguished Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation. 

Experience: Nate has spent 14 years under the mentorship of Dell Loy Hansen at Wasatch Commercial. He has deep transactional experience with every asset class with the finest professionals across the country. Nate has large scale commercial development experience in all asset classes across the western United States from site acquisition all the way through stabilization.  Nate has contributed to the successful development of a multi billion dollar real estate portfolio. 

801-871-5830

Bruce Leishman

Development

Bruce Leishman has been in real estate since 1977. Bruce is an Associate Broker, G.R.I. and a Certified Residential Specialist with Coldwell Banker Gold Key Realty Inc. in Logan, Utah. Bruce has also been awarded Realtor of the Year by the Logan board of Realtors, where he also served as the President and in other positions from 1982 - 1985. He served as the State Director with Utah association of Realtors from 1986 - 1988. In April of 2004 Bruce was presented with the distinguished honor as a member of the International Presidents Premier, which is only presented to the TOP ONE percent of sales associates globally within the Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. More than anything all these awards translate into many happy clients. That is why we say our past performances speak for themselves. Bruce Leishman has personally developed land, large scale multifamily, retail and commercial projects. He has vast experience with all aspects of real estate development. Bruce has a wide network of key contacts. Bruce has navigated multiple market cycles, and understands what it takes to pin point key assets.  

435-755-3022

Kelvin R. Judd

Acquisitions 

Kelvin was born and raised on a dairy farm and has a lifelong appreciation, fascination, and passion for land and its highest and best uses in the past, present, and future. Kelvin earned a Bachelor's Degree from the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University. He understands the value and balance of proper land planning, preservation and development in Utah and the western United States. Over the past decade, he has gained valuable professional experience as a consultant for and facilitator of complex land projects for himself and his clients.

435-640-4347

Candace Horne

Project Management

Candace brings a unique background to the team after spending the past 9 years as an ethics manager at the University of Utah. During this time, she has also worked part-time as a title specialist at Unlimited Title and Escrow. Candace has a B.A. in Psychology from Westminster College, a B.S. in Business Administration from Warner University and a Master’s degree in Sports and Performance Psychology from the University of the Rockies. She spent 4 years playing college basketball and spent 2 years coaching at the college level before deciding to become a college basketball referee. She is also still in the process of learning how to be a master of multitasking (M.O.M) to her two daughters and appreciates the support and love from her wonderful husband. 

435-513-2937

Josh Jensen

Analyst

Josh is currently pursuing a degree in economics and data analytics at Utah State University, with minors in real estate and philosophy. From a young age josh has been exposed to real estate development, apprenticing under his father. Having also worked in the construction industry, Josh has gained a wholistic perspective of real estate development. Josh is also fluent in three foreign languages, Has won nation-wide constitutional philosophy competitions, and is a student of Austrian Economics. Josh provides sound reasoning across many domains, and his passion for truth and excellence serves all those who he works with.

Jackson Taylor

Analyst

Jackson is currently pursuing a degree in Finance while obtaining a minor in Real Estate at The Jon M. Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University. With deep family roots in residential real estate and commercial land development, he is seeking to carry on the legacy and bring perspectives and service into the growing market. The honest and upfront business style demonstrated and taught within his family legacy, will provide a positive and uplifting experience for those that work with him. Additionally, Jackson is committed to creating honest business relationships based on integrity, hard work, and careful attention to detail.

801-960-7782

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