INVESTING IN FORT LAUDERDALE
Downtown Fort Lauderdale has become one of the most desirable places to live, work, and visit in the country.
Fort Lauderdale’s coastal cool vibe and sophisticated urban lifestyle complements a dynamic business hub, thriving arts community, and emerging restaurant scene. Glistening waterways and beautiful beaches are the heart of Fort Lauderdale’s identity. With a public space renaissance underway, Downtown Fort Lauderdale is quickly becoming one of the most livable cities in the country.
Downtown FTL By The Numbers
$35B annual economic impact
since 2019
65,000 employees
since 2019
26,000+ residents
since 2019
13,000+ residential units
since 2010
1,500+ hotel rooms
since 2018
5th most Pet Friendly City
Growth in Downtown Fort Lauderdale exceeds Austin and Atlanta.
– South Florida Business Journal
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+6B
+118%
+290%
in
+11%
+92%
the U.S.
Since the start of the pandemic, the population in DowntownFTL has increased faster than the downtowns in Nashville, Austin, and Tampa.
Downtown FTL’s growth over the last 5 years has been fueled by the addition of kids, families, and young professionals.
Share of Downtown Employment in High Wage Industries: Professional Services, Law, Finance, Information, and Healthcare
KIDS YOUNG PROFESSIONALS FAMILIES Downtown Austin
Miami Downtown Nashville Downtown Austin Downtown Tampa 10% 10% 20% 20% 30% 30% 40% 40% 50% 50% +39% 45% +22% 44% +16% 42% +12% 38% 28% +85% +65% +80%
Downtown Fort Lauderdale Downtown Fort Lauderdale Downtown Nashville Downtown Tampa
Downtown
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DOWNTOWN FORT LAUDERDALE
OUR PROPERTIES
Victoria Park
• 525 NE 17th Way: Fourplex
• 437 NE 17th Way: Duplex
• 301 NE 17th Ave: Fourplex
• 1702 NE 9TH Ave: Fourplex
• 820 NE 17th Ave: Nineplex
• 828 NE 17th Ave: Sixplex
• 832 NE 17th Ave: Duplex
• 840 NE 17th Ave: Triplex
Sailboat Bend
• 817 SW 4TH ST: Fourplex
Fort Lauderdale Isles
• 65 Hendricks Isle, Dock 11
• 65 Hendricks Isle, Dock 10
• 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 7
• 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 6
• 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 5
• 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 4
• 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 3
• 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 2
• 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 1
TOTAL: 48 UNITS
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FINANCIALS
Holding Valuation
“In the past 5 years, Gongu Group Holding has experienced significant asset growth, increasing from $2,555,000 in 2020 to $15,925,800* by the end of 2024, while maintaining a debt-to-asset ratio lower than 56% and successfully raising $3,500,000 in capital. A substantial portion of this expansion is attributed to the appreciation of our properties. We forecast this upward trend to persist in the years ahead.”
*Based on third-party appraisal updated in december 2023
CASH RESERVES: $250.000
Return On Investment
Considering principal payments on the loans in addition to property appreciation and the cash flow generated by the rental income, Gongu Group Holding has maintained, since 2020, an average ROI of 26%, largely impacted by the soaring inflation during the pandemic that increased the value of our properties by an average of 12% during 3 years.
From the year 2024 until 2029, we forecast an average ROI between 17% and 19% with an average property appreciation of 4.5%.*
*Based on US national real estate historical data
*Capitalization rate : Calculated by dividing a property’s net operating income (NOI) by the property’s current market value.
*Net operating income: Calculated by substracting gross operating income – operating expenses (does not include mortgage payments or any financing-related costs)
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CAP RATE* 7% NOI* $1.032.668
Projected Free Cash Flow
“From 2020 until 2022, free cash flow as a percentage of cash invested has grown steadily due to the Holding’s ability to increase rent and lower expenses. Low-interest rates on acquired debt play a significant role in the Holding’s expense category. During the 3-year period from 2019 until 2022, Gongu Group Holding has been able to lock in favorable interest rates at an average of 3.5%. However, during this period, opportunities to acquire properties at favorable prices are at their lowest due to high market demand.”
“Since 2022, the market has entered into a high-interest cycle of approximately 8%. During this phase, the Holding has identified opportunities to acquire properties at a discount, with a low impact on its free cash flow. Although these acquisitions do not contribute to the free cash flow position of the Holding in the short term, they allow the Holding to refinance its debt entering into the forecasted cycle of stable interest rates, estimated at 4.5% in the year 2027*, thereby increasing the free cash flow as a percentage of cash invested in the medium term.”
*Based on the median interest rate forecast among members of the policy-making Federal Reserve Open Market Committee
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LEGAL STRUCTURE
Managing individual rental properties can be time-consuming and require significant resources. Gongu Group Holding offers a compelling solution by consolidating properties under one structure with professional management, allowing investors to:
• Benefit from diversification and economies of scale
• Gain access to expertise and potentially higher returns
• Enjoy greater liquidity and a clear exit strategy
Structure & Management
Gongu Group Holding unifies various properties, creating a streamlined and efficient real estate portfolio. A dedicated team of experienced professionals oversees the properties, aiming to maximize their performance and profitability.
Financial Advantages
Financial Leverage: Gongu Group Holding can negotiate higher loan to value at potentially lower rates than individual investors due to its size and creditworthiness. This leverage can magnify returns on investment.
Negotiation Power: The combined buying power of multiple properties gives Gongu Group Holding stronger negotiation power with vendors and service providers, potentially reducing costs.
Liquidity: Investors may find it easier to buy or sell shares in Gongu Group Holding compared to individual properties, increasing tradability.
Economies of Scale: Sharing resources and expertise across multiple properties leads to cost savings through economies of scale.
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Diversification: By investing in Gongu Group Holding, investors gain exposure to a diversified portfolio of properties, potentially mitigating risk compared to single property investment.
Financial Advantages
Higher Returns: Effective management, financial leverage, and economies of scale aim to deliver higher returns for investors.
Exit Strategy: Gongu Group Holding offers a clear exit strategy, such as selling shares.
From a legal and liability protection standpoint, the LLC business structure forms a wall that shields individual LLCs from business liabilities against each other, functioning as disregarded entities.
From an accounting perspective, the Holding’s structure does not file separate taxes; instead, company profits and losses flow through to the owners and are subject to each owner’s individual tax rates. Nevertheless, the Holding has the ability to report those profits in a favorable way to minimize tax implications for its shareholders. This can include strategic tax planning and utilization of deductions and credits available under tax laws.
Ownership Distribution
Gongu Group Holding investors have demonstrated confidence in the company’s long-term vision. Their ongoing commitment is evident through their continued capital investment, underscoring their support for the Holding’s objectives. The investors share the company’s vision of acquiring properties and initiating the construction and development phase in 2030. This alignment between the investors and the company’s strategic goals is a positive indicator for future growth and success.
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INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY
Benefits
Important Consideration Ownership Conversion
• High and Consistent Returns: Predictable income stream with interest payments every 6 months.
• Security: Investment is secured by valuable company assets, cash flow and cash reserves.
• Growth Potential: Option to receive principal repayment in May 2028 or convert it into an ownership stake in Gongu Group Holding at an 8% discount.
Gongu Group Holding LLC is seeking investors for a secured loan of $1.7 million offering a competitive 12% interest rate. The loan is backed by our substantial assets (valued at $15.8 million) and cash reserves ($250,000). The loan has a prepayment option after 1 year (full or partial payments allowed). If opting for ownership conversion, a third-party appraisal will determine the current share value and the lender will receive an 8% discount.
Investors can choose to receive their principal repayment in May 2028 or convert it into ownership of Gongu Group Holding. Here’s how it works:
• A third-party appraisal will be conducted to determine the current fair market value of the company’s shares.
• Investors will receive an 8% discount on the appraised share value.
Example: (For informational purposes only)
Let’s say a May 2028 appraisal shows Gongu Group Holding has $19 million in assets and $8.5 million in liabilities.
• This would result in a company equity of $10.5 million.
• A $1.7 million investment would represent approximately 16% ownership in the company.
• With the 8% discount, the investor would receive 16% shares valued at $1.7 million plus an additional $136.000 (8% discount).
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Appendix 1: Gongu Group Current Financials 2024 Poperty Address Type Mortgage per month Principal per month Total Loan Amount Valuation 2024 Cash invested 525 NE 17th Way Fourplex (4: 1x1) $2,292.00 $964 $491,148.00 $1,300,000.00 $5,429,069.00 437 NE 17th Way Duplex (1x1 + 2x2) $1,829.00 $687 $387,187.00 $885,000.00 301 NE 17th Av. Fourplex (1x1 + 2 Studio + 2x2) $2,350.00 $808 $486,830.00 $1,370,000.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Dock 11 Dock $ - $0 $0.00 $120,000.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Dock 10 Dock $ - $0 $0.00 $90,000.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 7 3x2 $1,846.00 $855 $407,979.00 $860,000.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 6 2x2 $3,283.00 $270 $427,000.00 $610,000.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 5 1x1 $1,803.00 $150 $234,500.00 $335,000.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 4 1x1 $1,803.00 $150 $234,500.00 $335,000.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 3 1x1 $1,263.00 $308 $151,787.00 $335,000.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 2 1x1 $1,560.00 $130 $203,000.00 $290,000.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 1 1x1 $1,560.00 $130 $203,000.00 $290,000.00 817 SW 4th Street Fourplex (1x1 + Studio + 2: 2x2) $7,600.00 $430.00 $686,000.00 $1,220,000.00 820 NE 17th Ave Nineplex (6: 1x1 + 3x2 + 2x1 + Studio) $42,200.00 $2,645.00 $4,200,000.00 $7,200,000.00 $1,698,000.00 828 NE 17th Ave Sixplex (2: 1x1 + 2: 2x2 + 2x1 + Studio) 832 NE 17th Ave Duplex (2: 1x1) 840 NE 17th Ave Triplex (2x2 + 2: 2x1) 1702 NE 9th Ave Fourplex (4: 1x1) TOTAL 47 Units $69,389.00 $7,527.00 $8,112,931.00 $15,240,000.00 $7,127,069.00 Appendix 2: Gongu Group Holding projected financials refinancing in 2027 2027 Poperty Address Mortgage per month Principal per month Total Loan Amount Valuation 2027 Cash invested 525 NE 17th Way $2,292.00 $964 $491,148.00 $17,142,927.36 $5,298,669 437 NE 17th Way $1,829.00 $687 $387,187.00 301 NE 17th Av. $2,350.00 $808 $486,830.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Dock 10 $ - $0 $0.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 7 $1,846.00 $855 $407,979.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 6 $2,430.00 $630 $480,000.00
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Gongu Group Current Financials
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3: Gongu Group Holding Investor distribution and performance $42,200.00 $2,645.00 $4,200,000.00 $7,200,000.00 $1,698,000.00 2x2 + 2x1 + Studio) 832 NE 17th Ave Duplex (2: 1x1) 840 NE 17th Ave Triplex (2x2 + 2: 2x1) 1702 NE 9th Ave Fourplex (4: 1x1) TOTAL 47 Units $69,389.00 $7,527.00 $8,112,931.00 $15,240,000.00 $7,127,069.00 Appendix 2: Gongu Group Holding projected financials refinancing in 2027 2027 Poperty Address Mortgage per month Principal per month Total Loan Amount Valuation 2027 Cash invested 525 NE 17th Way $2,292.00 $964 $491,148.00 $17,142,927.36 $5,298,669 437 NE 17th Way $1,829.00 $687 $387,187.00 301 NE 17th Av. $2,350.00 $808 $486,830.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Dock 10 $ - $0 $0.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 7 $1,846.00 $855 $407,979.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 6 $2,430.00 $630 $480,000.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 5 $1,320.00 $350 $260,000.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 4 $1,320.00 $350 $260,000.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 3 $1,263.00 $308 $151,787.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 2 $1,156.00 $310 $228,200.00 65 Hendricks Isle, Unit 1 $1,156.00 $310 $228,200.00 817 SW 4th Street $6,261.70 $1,300 $960,000.00 820 NE 17th Ave $38,374.00 $7,500.00 $5,600,000.00 TOTAL $61,597.70 $14,372.00 $9,941,331.00 $17,142,927.36 $5,298,669.00
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projected financials refinancing in 2027 Appendix
Group Holding Owner Distribution Owner Cash invested % Ownership Proj. ROI $ per Year Av. Proj. Cash per Year Av. Alfredo Arreaza -$ 1,004,378 14.09% -$ 136,529 -$ 68,036 Marcelo & Jessica Gonzalez -$ 4,223,816 59.26% -$ 574,162 -$ 286,119 Gabriela Gonzalez -$ 200,876 2.82% -$ 27,306 -$ 13,607 Oportunity investor -$ 1,698,000 23.82% -$ 230,817 -$ 115,021 TOTAL -$ 7,127,069 100.00% -$ 968,814 -$ 482,783 Appendix 4: Gongu Group Holding Owner Cash FLow Free cash flow VS Equity Owner 2024 2025 Cash Equity Cash Equity Cash Alfredo Arreaza -$ 21,734 -$ 1,103,014 -$ 22,169 -$ 1,192,358 -$ 22,613 Marcelo & Jessica Gonzalez -$ 91,402 -$ 4,638,622 -$ 93,230 -$ 5,014,348 -$ 95,095
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Appendix 4: Gongu Group Holding Owner Cash FLow Vs Equity Appendix 5: Holding Group Performance Owner Cash invested % Ownership Proj. ROI $ per Year Av. Proj. Cash per Year Av. Alfredo Arreaza -$ 1,004,378 14.09% -$ 136,529 -$ 68,036 Marcelo & Jessica Gonzalez -$ 4,223,816 59.26% -$ 574,162 -$ 286,119 Gabriela Gonzalez -$ 200,876 2.82% -$ 27,306 -$ 13,607 Oportunity investor -$ 1,698,000 23.82% -$ 230,817 -$ 115,021 TOTAL -$ 7,127,069 100.00% -$ 968,814 -$ 482,783 Appendix 4: Gongu Group Holding Owner Cash FLow Vs Equity Free cash flow VS Equity Owner 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 Cash Equity Cash Equity Cash Equity Cash Equity Cash Equity Alfredo Arreaza -$ 21,734 -$ 1,103,014 -$ 22,169 -$ 1,192,358 -$ 22,613 -$ 1,285,275 -$ 36,241 -$ 1,393,485 -$ 237,422 -$ 1,236,319 Marcelo & Jessica Gonzalez -$ 91,402 -$ 4,638,622 -$ 93,230 -$ 5,014,348 -$ 95,095 -$ 5,405,104 -$ 152,409 -$ 5,860,170 -$ 998,456 -$ 5,199,222 Gabriela Gonzalez -$ 4,347 -$ 220,603 -$ 4,434 -$ 238,472 -$ 4,523 -$ 257,055 -$ 7,248 -$ 278,697 -$ 47,484 -$ 247,264 Oportunity investor -$ 36,744 -$ 1,864,755 -$ 37,479 -$ 2,015,799 -$ 38,229 -$ 2,172,885 -$ 61,269 -$ 2,355,825 -$ 401,385 -$ 2,090,119 TOTAL -$ 154,228 -$ 7,826,993 -$ 157,313 -$ 8,460,977 -$ 160,459 -$ 9,120,320 -$ 257,168 -$ 9,888,177 -$ 1,684,748 -$ 8,772,923 Appendix 5: Holding Gongu Group Performance Year 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 Total Property value Beginning $6,285,312.00 $6,536,724.48 $15,240,000.00 $15,849,600.00 $16,483,584.00 $17,142,927.36 $17,828,644.45 Property value appreciation 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% Total Property value Ending $6,536,724.48 $6,798,193.46 $15,849,600.00 $16,483,584.00 $17,142,927.36 $17,828,644.45 $18,541,790.23 Accumulated equity $251,412.48 $261,468.98 $609,600.00 $633,984.00 $659,343.36 $685,717.09 $713,145.78 Projected COC $196,245.00 $200,169.90 $154,228.00 $157,312.56 $160,458.81 $257,167.99 $262,311.35 Principal $43,464.00 $44,333.28 $90,324.00 $93,936.96 $99,573.18 $107,539.03 $172,464.00 Refinance cost $0.00 $0.00 $65,100.00 $0.00 $0.00 $400,820.00 $0.00 Cash out $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,828,400.00 $0.00 Projected COC + AE + P $491,121.48 $505,102.88 $789,052.00 $881,620.56 $910,126.17 $1,115,349.08 $1,147,921.13 ROI 11.3% 11.0% 11.1% 12.4% 12.8% 19.6% 20.1% Leverage 29.45% 28.32% 51.19% 49.22% 47.33% 55.76% 53.62% Appendix 3: Gongu Group Holding Investor distribution and performance Gongu Group Holding Owner Distribution Owner Cash invested % Ownership Proj. ROI $ per Year Av. Proj. Cash per Year Av. Alfredo Arreaza -$ 1,004,378 14.09% -$ 136,529 -$ 68,036 Marcelo & Jessica Gonzalez -$ 4,223,816 59.26% -$ 574,162 -$ 286,119 Gabriela Gonzalez -$ 200,876 2.82% -$ 27,306 -$ 13,607 Oportunity investor -$ 1,698,000 23.82% -$ 230,817 -$ 115,021 TOTAL -$ 7,127,069 100.00% -$ 968,814 -$ 482,783 Appendix 4: Gongu Group Holding Owner Cash FLow Vs Equity Free cash flow VS Equity Owner 2024 2025 2026 2027 Cash Equity Cash Equity Cash Equity Cash Equity Alfredo Arreaza -$ 21,734 -$ 1,103,014 -$ 22,169 -$ 1,192,358 -$ 22,613 -$ 1,285,275 -$ 36,241 -$ Marcelo & Jessica Gonzalez -$ 91,402 -$ 4,638,622 -$ 93,230 -$ 5,014,348 -$ 95,095 -$ 5,405,104 -$ 152,409 -$ Gabriela Gonzalez -$ 4,347 -$ 220,603 -$ 4,434 -$ 238,472 -$ 4,523 -$ 257,055 -$ 7,248 -$ Oportunity investor -$ 36,744 -$ 1,864,755 -$ 37,479 -$ 2,015,799 -$ 38,229 -$ 2,172,885 -$ 61,269 -$ TOTAL -$ 154,228 -$ 7,826,993 -$ 157,313 -$ 8,460,977 -$ 160,459 -$ 9,120,320 -$ 257,168 -$ Appendix 5: Holding Gongu Group Performance Year 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 Total Property value Beginning $6,285,312.00 $6,536,724.48 $15,240,000.00 $15,849,600.00 $16,483,584.00 $17,142,927.36 $17,828,644.45 Property value appreciation 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% Total Property value Ending $6,536,724.48 $6,798,193.46 $15,849,600.00 $16,483,584.00 $17,142,927.36 $17,828,644.45 $18,541,790.23 Accumulated equity $251,412.48 $261,468.98 $609,600.00 $633,984.00 $659,343.36 $685,717.09 $713,145.78 Projected COC $196,245.00 $200,169.90 $154,228.00 $157,312.56 $160,458.81 $257,167.99 $262,311.35 Principal $43,464.00 $44,333.28 $90,324.00 $93,936.96 $99,573.18 $107,539.03 $172,464.00 Refinance cost $0.00 $0.00 $65,100.00 $0.00 $0.00 $400,820.00 $0.00 Cash out $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,828,400.00 $0.00 Projected COC + AE + P $491,121.48 $505,102.88 $789,052.00 $881,620.56 $910,126.17 $1,115,349.08 $1,147,921.13 ROI 11.3% 11.0% 11.1% 12.4% 12.8% 19.6% 20.1% Leverage 29.45% 28.32% 51.19% 49.22% 47.33% 55.76% 53.62%
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301 (Fourplex) ENE FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC EXPENSES Cleaning 2.680 2.500 3.520 2.910 2.610 2.080 2.710 2.050 1.320 2.380 2.260 2.270 Electricity 296 293 324 371 406 406 453 467 424 390 329 288 Internet 237 237 237 237 237 242 242 242 242 242 242 242 Water 524 571 572 688 853 548 594 688 460 492 820 432 Laundry 654 490 430 677 509 557 628 490 472 502 409 692 Handyman/Maintenance 329 - 1.295 2.890 940 827 960 492 1.026 635 555 525 Amazon 358 613 488 574 122 565 216 137 56 227 328 265 Refunds/booking -461 - -43 -363 -489 -274 -1.081 -230 -385 -82 -172 -260 Comission 12,5% 2.450 2.504 2.884 2.129 1.671 1.462 1.662 1.578 1.178 1.480 1.326 1.910 Property Taxes 13.783 Insurance - - - - - - - - - 7.800Mortgage 2.350 2.350 2.350 2.350 2.350 2.350 2.350 2.350 2.350 2.350 2.350 2.350 Total 9.418 9.559 12.059 12.463 9.210 8.764 8.735 8.264 7.143 8.616 16.247 22.497 INCOME Total Income 19.597 20.032 23.076 17.029 13.368 11.695 13.298 12.620 9.421 11.843 10.607 15.277 Net Income 10.178 10.473 11.017 4.566 4.158 2.931 4.563 4.357 2.277 3.227 -5.640 -7.220 Total Net Income 44.888
Appendix 6: Gongu Group Holding P&L Example
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Appendix 7: Upgrading property strategy Example
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