VGS Investments

Building Real Estate Success Together

Partner with experienced real estate professionals focusing on high-potential properties and multifamily development. We transform undervalued properties into profitable investments with proven strategies and measurable returns.


100%
Lenders Paid On Time

Perfect record of timely payouts to our valued lending partners.

12-18 mo.
Project time

Our projects typically take 12-18 months from start to completion

10-12%
Average Return

We offer 10-12% returns for our investors, backed by real est

Meet Our Leadership Team

Vicken Seraydarian
  • Chapman University graduate with almost a decade of hands-on experience in fix-and-flip and ground-up projects.
  • Joined a leading Los Angeles multifamily developer in 2022, gaining expertise in ground-up development and acquisitions analysis.
  • Committed to scaling proven strategies into larger, high-impact investment opportunities.
George Seraydarian
  • Over 40 years of real estate expertise, starting as a traditional agent and mortgage loan officer.
  • Expanded into fix-and-flip projects.
  • Possesses exceptional vision for property potential maximization and value creation across diverse market conditions.
  • Completed 100+ Fix and Flip Projects

Over the past decade we've intentionally focused on mastering acquisitions, renovations, entitlements, and construction using primarily our own capital.


Today, our systems, relationships, and development experience allow us to responsibly pursue larger value-add and infill development opportunities with strategic capital partners

Our Investment Strategy

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Areas we Target

Every investment has clear, flexible exit strategies (sale, lWe focus our acquisition in high income areas of Los Angeles and Orange Counties. We have recognized much success in Northeast LA to be more specific.

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Single-Family Homes (6,000+ Sq Ft Land)

We target properties needing full remodels, offering 10%+ ROI from renovation alone. Preferably vacant, with space for ADU development to boost cash flow and long-term value.

3
2-4 Units that are under-performing

We seek 2-4 unit properties on 6,000+ sq ft in distressed situations. We renovate existing units and plan for additional legal units or ADUs to maximize property value.

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Strategic Acquisition Prices (~$1M)

We acquire properties around $1M in Los Angeles and Orange Counties. This price point allows us to secure significant upside potential for competitive returns in robust markets.

Multifamily housing provides stable returns and consistent demand in diverse market conditions


Why Multifamily Real Estate?
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High Demand Asset Class

Consistent 91-95% occupancy rates over the past 15 years demonstrate strong demand.

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Inflation Protection

Real estate consistently outpaces inflation by ~3% annually, preserving purchasing power.

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Tax Advantages

Benefits include depreciation, mortgage interest deductions, and 1031 exchanges.

4
Portfolio Diversification

Lower correlation with stocks and bonds enhances protection and improves investment stability during market fluctuations.

5
Multiple Exit Strategies

Diversified options, including pivoting to buy-and-hold during downturns, ensure safer investment and capital preservation.

Proven Track Record of Success

313 N Hughes, Montebello

Type: Fix and Flip

Purchase Price: $347,000

Construction Costs: $100,000

Resale Value: $660,000

Profit: $213,000

Timeline: 19 months

ROI: 48%

313 N 5th St Montebello

Type: ADU Development

Purchase Price: $348,209

Construction Costs: $166,256

Resale Value: $726,728

Profit: $212,261

Timeline: 21 months

ROI: 41%

14154 Clark St, Baldwin Park

Type: Fix and Flip + ADU

Purchase Price: $370,052

Construction Costs: $188,393

Resale Value: $627,658

Profit: $69,212

Timeline: 12 months

ROI: 12%

224 S Greenwood Ave, Montebello

Type: Fix and Flip with ADU

Purchase Price: $665,102

Construction Costs: $253,699

Resale Value: $1,070,478

Profit: $151,676

Timeline: 18 months

ROI: 17%

340 S Ave 56 Los Angeles, CA 90042 (Current)

Type: Renovation + New Construction

Purchase Price: $1,050,000

Construction Costs: $1,000,000

Resale Value: $2,800,000

Profit: $700,000

Timeline: 18 months

ROI: 33%

A Deal that Tested Us
4853-4849 Eldred St, Los Angeles

This was our first ground-up development, built on one of the steepest streets in Los Angeles — a site most builders pass on. The engineering and construction challenges extended our timeline well beyond plan. Despite that, every lender on this deal was paid back in full, with interest, exactly as structured. It's the project that taught us the most, and it's a big part of why our underwriting today is more conservative on site selection and construction risk.

  • Eldred wasn't our most profitable project—it was our most valuable education.
  • The experience fundamentally changed how we underwrite, manage construction, and evaluate development risk today.
The Numbers:

Type: Side-by-side single family Ground Up Developments

Purchase Price: $158,000

Construction Costs: $2,102,196

Resale Value: $2,103,676

Profit: $1,479

Timeline: 5 years

ROI: 0%

Objective:
  • Ground-up construction
  • Navigate difficult hillside conditions
  • Complete construction while managing lender risk
Challenges:
  • Extreme hillside engineering
  • Complex permitting
  • Significant construction learning curve
  • First ground-up development project
Outcome:

✅ Successfully completed one of the most challenging residential development projects in Los Angeles.

✅ All private lenders were repaid 100% of principal plus all contracted interest.

✅ Successfully navigated permitting, construction, inspections, and project completion.

✅ Built the systems and experience that now support larger development projects.

✅ Successfully navigated construction and development during the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic.


Our Private Lender Investment Process

How Lenders Are Protected

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Secured by Real Estate

Your investment is directly secured by a tangible real estate asset, providing a strong foundation for capital preservation.

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Promissory Note

A legally binding document outlining the terms of the loan, including repayment schedule and interest rates, safeguarding your agreement.

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Deed of Trust

This instrument legally places a lien on the property, giving you a secured interest similar to a bank, ensuring your position as a creditor.

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Additional Insured

You are added to the property's insurance policy, providing an extra layer of protection against potential liabilities or damages during the project.

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Escrow & Title Insurance

All funds are managed by an independent third-party escrow company, and title insurance protects against any unforeseen title defects.

FAQ

Why We Win

Not marketing. Just facts.

California Infill
ADU Legislation
Highest & Best Use Analysis
Construction Management
Entitlement Strategy
Conservative Underwriting
Multiple Exit Strategies
By The Numbers

100%
Capital Returned & Interest Paid

On all completed projects to date

70%
Avg Loan-to-Value

Conservative LTV across the portfolio

3+
Multiple Exit Strategies on Every Deal
Scaling Strategy

We intentionally built our business using primarily our own capital. This allowed us to refine our underwriting, construction management, and development systems while maintaining complete control over execution.

Today, our limiting factor is no longer opportunities or operational capacity-it's access to strategic capital partners that allows us to responsibly scale into larger value-add and multifamily development opportunities.

Current Investment Opportunities

Actively seeking capital partners for the following projects.

789 4306 Sunset Dr Los Angeles, CA 90027
  • Property Type: Ground-Up Multifamily Development
  • Investment needed: $500,000
  • Target Return: 10–12% Fixed
  • Timeline: 12–18 Months
  • Status: Raising Capital
340 S Ave 56 Los Angeles, CA 90042
  • Property Type: Ground -Up ADU Development
  • Investment needed: $350,000
  • Target Return: 10–12% Fixed
  • Timeline: 6 Months
  • Status: Raising Capital
Contact Us

We'd love to hear from you! Whether you have questions about our investment opportunities, development vision, or simply want to learn more, please reach out using the contact information below:

Phone: 949-683-8513

Social Media: @vgsinvestments

We look forward to connecting with you and exploring how we can work together to achieve your investment goals.