Case StudySponsored by Lima One Capital
Scaling Without Breaking. The Capital Strategy Behind a Successful Heavy Rehab
By Lorena Diaz, Senior Loan OfficerFebruary 10, 20262 min read
This case study highlights how Lorena Diaz, Capital Partner for Real Estate Investors at Lima One Capital, helped an experienced investor successfully scale from light rehab projects into a complex heavy rehab execution in Avondale Estates, Georgia. By strategically leveraging equity, structuring a high blended LTC loan, and delivering certainty of execution, Lorena enabled her client to confidently take on a significantly larger renovation while preserving liquidity and positioning the project for long-term growth.
Every loan has a story behind the numbers.
In this section, The Elite Officer highlights real-world cases where Loan Officers turned complex challenges into successful closings. Each case shows how persistence, creativity, and financial strategy can make the difference between a stalled deal and a successful closing.
This project illustrates how the right capital partner can help investors responsibly expand their scope and elevate their portfolio.
Property Type: Single-Family Residence (Fix & Flip)
Location: Avondale Estates, Georgia
About the author
Senior Loan Officer
Lorena Diaz is a Capital Partner for Real Estate Investors at Lima One Capital, specializing in fix-and-flip and construction financing. She works closely with investors to structure strategic capital solutions that support portfolio growth, increase renovation complexity, and preserve liquidity at every stage of the investment lifecycle.