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Business Wire
17-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Walton Global Launches $250 Million Offering Targeting 11.5% Return
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Walton Global, a real estate investment and land asset management company, has launched Builder Land Finance (BLF) Fund III, a private credit offering designed for accredited investors. The fund offers a land backed, fixed-income opportunity for investors to participate in institutional land banking through flexible financing structures tailored to homebuilder needs. BLF Fund III targets an annualized return of 9%-11.5%, paid quarterly, through a debt-based structure secured by financing land acquisition projects that are pre-identified and contracted by the largest homebuilder in the United States. Capital is deployed through structured land purchases that support near-term homebuilding activity, while investors receive income backed by the underlying land and builder premium payments. Key features of BLF Fund III include: Target offering of up to $250 million designed for broker dealers, RIAs, and family offices Fixed 9%-11.5% target return (9% for broker dealers, 11.5% for fee-only registered investment advisors) 5-year term with two optional 1-year extensions Quarterly interest payments Land identified and contracted by an A- rated public homebuilder No exposure to entitlement, construction, or housing price volatility Land remains the single most critical and constrained input in the U.S. housing supply chain. While demand for new homes continues to outpace existing inventory, homebuilders face increasing pressure to secure land without overleveraging their balance sheets or absorbing speculative risk. In this environment, traditional land banking strategies are being replaced by capital-light, off-balance-sheet solutions. BLF Fund III is designed to meet that need by offering pre-negotiated, builder-aligned land financing that enables builders to control pre-approved sites without upfront capital outlay, reduce land carrying costs and timing risk, and improve operational agility in markets with strong housing demand. 'For BLF Fund III, we're focused on the intersection of smart land acquisition and the growing demand for new housing,' said Bill Doherty, CEO of Walton Global. 'Our just-in-time land strategy is designed to give builders the inventory they need, when they need it, while offering our investors exposure to a resilient and essential segment of the real estate market.' The fund builds on a proven investment model. Under this strategy, land is acquired only after extensive due diligence by the builder. Walton then secures the property and enters into a takedown agreement that allows the builder to purchase land and lots in phases. Investors receive interest during the holding period, and capital is repaid as home sales are completed. 'Our model is purpose-built to meet today's market needs,' said Paul Bae, Vice President of Portfolio Management at Walton Global. 'It supports builders with access to flexible capital while creating consistent, land-backed income opportunities for our investors.' BLF Fund III is positioned within the growing private credit sector, which includes real asset-backed strategies designed to generate attractive income and diversification for accredited investors. Walton expects continued growth in its builder-aligned land acquisition pipeline and remains focused on delivering solutions that address both investor income objectives and the housing market's structural land constraints. BLF Fund III is offered to accredited investors only, pursuant to Regulation D, Rule 506(c) of the Securities Act of 1933. Securities are offered through Walton RE Securities, LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC. There is no guarantee that the investment objectives of the Fund will be achieved. Returns may be impacted by market conditions, builder performance, or changes in land values. Investors may experience delays or a loss of capital. Please refer to the private placement memorandum for further details. About Walton Global Walton Global is a privately-owned, leading land asset management and global real estate investment company with more than 80,000 acres of land under ownership, management and administration in the United States and Canada, totaling $4.53 billion. With more than 46 years of experience, Walton has a proven track record of land investment projects within the path of growth in the fastest-growing metropolitan areas. A total of $2.67 billion has been distributed to investors located in 92 countries. The company works closely with top U.S. home builders, developers and industry partners. Business lines include exit-focused pre-development land investments, builder land financing, development projects, DST offerings, and various fund structures. For more information, visit
CTV News
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
Tariff tension no big deal at popular N.B. car show
Bill Doherty is the chair for the Atlantic Nationals in Moncton. (Source: Derek Haggett/CTV News Atlantic) Thousands of car lovers from all over Canada and the United States have driven to Moncton this weekend for the 25th edition of the Atlantic Nationals. 'Biggest car show in Canada. Biggest tourism draw for a single event in New Brunswick,' said event chair Bill Doherty. Over the past 25 years, Doherty said they've had guests, vendors and entertainers from all 10 provinces, two of the three territories and 28 states. Doherty said the recent trade tension and tariff threats from President Donald Trump hasn't really been an issue with their American guests. They're trying to make light of an issue they can't control. 'We have so many great terrific friends in the U.S. They've been friends for years, they're still good, good friends and they really enjoy the hospitality up here,' said Doherty. 'We've had no talk of tariffs or trade or Trump or anything else, it's all been on the positive side.' Classic cars Thousands of car lovers gather in Moncton for the Atlantic Nationals. (Source: Derek Haggett/CTV News Atlantic) Cliff Waller of Wellington, Texas, has come 24 times and loves every minute of it. 'This is our people,' said Waller. 'It's a party all week long. It's a great atmosphere.' Waller is representing Mothers, an auto detailing supplies company which is one of the major sponsors of the show. 'I deal with major retail customers up here as well and you know there is some tension. Through the public, I haven't seen that,' said Waller. 'We realize there are some differences in our government, both countries, but I just completely stay away from politics.' Car fender The 25th Atlantic Nationals are held in Moncton this weekend. (Source: Derek Haggett/CTV News Atlantic) Kent Writtenberry is the owner of Kentz Kustomz Cycles located in Gasburg, Virginia. The vendor and entertainer has been coming for eight years. 'Everybody is so friendly. They take us in just like family,' said Writtenberry. He's trying to stay away from any sort of political talk about Trump, too, but isn't seeing any tension at the show. 'I don't see any difference. I don't see any difference money-wise, I really don't see any difference at all to be honest with you,' said Writtenberry. Kristin Brown and her family travelled from Vancouver to the Maritimes for the first time to enjoy a two-week vacation that was capped off with the car show. 'I absolutely love it. Hopefully we will be back,' said Brown. For now, her family has decided to stay away from the U.S. 'That was one of our main things was to just stay in Canada and just enjoy all of the different experiences and there's so much to explore,' said Brown. Pickup truck The Atlantic Nationals attract people from across Canada and the United States. (Source: Derek Haggett/CTV News Atlantic) Tim Parsons of North Sydney, N.S., has been coming for nine years, but he skipped a show down south this year because of the trade tension. 'Well, yeah, that's kind of keeping a lot of people away, not only me,' said Parsons. Like Brown and her family, he'll vacation in Canada for now. 'For the next couple, three or four years maybe. We'll see what happens,' said Parsons. Tide & Boar Owner Chad Steeves said the Friday of Atlantic Nationals is the busiest day of the whole year for his Main Street bar and restaurant. 'The amount of people that come downtown, the amount of people that just want to hang out and enjoy the cars is astronomical,' said Steeves. 'It's my favourite event.' Steeves said tourism appears to be up summer in Moncton this summer and he's seeing more people from across Canada visit his bar and restaurant. 'Big time. We're seeing a lot more Quebecers that would typically go down to Maine or something, now are coming east to go to the beach and stuff like that,' said Steeves. 'We're seeing a lot more Canadians avoid America and travelling the Maritimes for sure.' Close to 2,000 vehicles have been registered for the five-day, volunteer-driven community event, which ends on Sunday. Bill Doherty Bill Doherty is the chair for the Atlantic Nationals in Moncton. (Source: Derek Haggett/CTV News Atlantic) For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
CNBC
20-05-2025
- Business
- CNBC
Marriage and family therapist on the rise of political polarization
Braver Angels Co-Founder and Professor Emeritus at the University of Minnesota Bill Doherty sits down with CNBC's Steve Liesman at the 2025 CNBC CEO Summit to discuss the rise of political polarization in the U.S. and how it may affect the workplace.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Braver Angels to host workshop, town hall to bridge political gaps during Bemidji stop
Apr. 23—BEMIDJI — The Braver Angels Reduce the Rancor Bus Tour will stop in Bemidji on Thursday, May 1, at the SouthShore Hotel on Lake Bemidji. This day-long visit will feature four events to help bridge political and cultural divides. Braver Angels, a national, nonpartisan organization, has a strong Minnesota base. The nonprofit aims to reduce political and cultural polarization without either side compromising its values. Two of the offered events are designed for local community leaders and elected officials. These will come in the form of a skills workshop and a lunch gathering. "The tour will offer a workshop for elected officials to enhance workability across divides," a release said. "A lunch discussion will be held on strengthening the community despite differences for elected officials and community leaders." The other two events are free and open to the public — registration is requested, but walk-ins are welcome. The first public workshop is titled "Skills for Disagreeing Better" and will begin at 1 p.m. and conclude at 2:30 p.m. "This 90-minute workshop helps participants understand the values and concerns of those who differ from them politically and offers essential skills for communicating across differences and finding common ground when possible," the release said. "Participants will practice skills for communicating more effectively in the presence of disagreement." The second public event will be a community town hall forum, entitled "How do we Find Community in Our Differences." Doors will open at 5:30 and the event will run from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Bill Doherty, University of Minnesota professor emeritus of Family Science and co-founder of Braver Angels, will speak during this event. "In a time of deep cultural and political divides, building community across differences is challenging," the release added. "Participants will explore how to engage in respectful dialogue, find common ground without compromising values and strengthen relationships despite disagreements." Bemidji is the penultimate stop of the tour and is one of seven Minnesota stops. A partnership between Braver Angels, the Northwest Minnesota Foundation, the League of Women Voters and area leaders helped form the opportunity. The McKnight Foundation and the Voigt Foundation contributed toward funding the tour. Discussions for a southern Minnesota tour in the fall have begun. Those interested with more questions can contact (218) 407-7266, or mvoss@ Registration is available at
