Guardian Capital is a diversified real estate investment management firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 2006, the Company invests in and proactively manages distressed assets and notes throughout the United States, with properties currently located in over 30 states. The Principals have purchased and managed over 4,000 units with a combined value over $1 billion. Guardian Capital specializes in buying value-add and special situation assets, frequently acquiring the “kicks, carve-outs and tails” out of large transactions direct from financial institutions. This strategy provides our sellers with “best-execution”and an attractive alternative to managing difficult workouts. Guardian is a vertically integrated platform which brings together executives with extensive experience in acquisitions, development, structured finance, loan origination, loan-trading and special servicing.Guardian Capital strives to provide optimal service and “win-win” solutions.