Investments Built for Real Risk. Backed by Real Experience.
Born from decades of buying and restructuring distressed real estate.
What We Do
We don’t predict. We prepare.
Distressed and value-add real estate in the markets we know best, exclusive to accredited investors. Our capital goes in first and comes out last—by design. That’s alignment you can measure and conviction you can trust.
- Distressed Properties
Strategic acquisition of undervalued assets with strong potential - Value-Add Investments
Targeted improvements that maximize returns for our investors - 25 Years of Experience
Deep local market knowledge and proven track record of success
Driven By Structure, Not Speculation
19 investments. 11 years. 17%+ net returns
Every deal is designed to hold up under pressure and stay flexible when the upside appears.
- Market Timing
Strong markets create opportunities, but timing is everything - Speed to Execute
When opportunities arise, decisive action separates winners - Proven Judgment
25 years of experience in reading shifting market conditions
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*For accredited investors only. Investment minimums apply.
Our Geographic Footprint
Our footprint began in GA and NC during the GFC. Every property within driving distance. Deep market knowledge through local presence.
- Primary Markets Since GFC
Deep operational presence across GA, NC, and SC with a proven track record since the Global Financial Crisis - Local Market Intelligence
99% off-market deals sourced through deep local relationships across all three states
Track Record
Results speak louder than words. Our Structure ensures our success depends entirely on your success. We share the risk before we share the reward.
19
Realized Investments
Completed transactions with full cycle returns
17.3%
Average Net Return
After fees to investors over 11 years
0
Losses
Zero principal losses across all investments
11
Years of Experience
Proven track record since 2014
100%
Positive Returns
Delivered positive returns to investors
8.3%
Minimum Return
Across all deals
Who We Are
Experience, integrity, and shared risk. We’re not just fund managers – we’re your partners in every investment.
Kevin McCarthy
Founder
Kevin founded Southmark Fund with a simple conviction: real estate investment should be structured to align interests completely. With over 25 years in real estate and finance, he has led the acquisition and development of more than $100M in properties.
Credentials & Experience
- CPA with 25+ years of strategic finance, tax, and real estate structuring expertise
- 100+ successful real estate investments across value-add, distressed debt, and preferred equity
- Former real estate finance executive with a proven track record of solving complex capital and operational challenges
Jay Atkinson
Principal
Jay brings operational excellence and construction expertise to Southmark Fund. His background in construction management and property operations ensures our investments are executed flawlessly from acquisition through stabilization.
Credentials & Experience
- 20+ years construction and development
- Licensed general contractor
- Property management expertise
- Operational turnaround specialist