Kinetic Capital is the only specialist real estate debt provider focused on the operational living sector.
Kinetic Capital is the only specialist real estate debt provider focused on the operational living sector.
Kinetic Capital is the only specialist real estate debt provider focused on the operational living sector.
A GLOBAL PERSEPCTIVE

A connected team

Kinetic Capital is part of The Dot Group, the leader in global student living, comprising of GSA Group, Student.com and Yugo.

That connection sets us apart. It gives us insight into markets across the UK and Europe, real-world experience of how schemes are built and run, and keeps us tuned into the latest trends in operational living.

It also gives you more. Access to knowledge, relationships, and ideas that go beyond debt, helping you build more resilient projects.
Alongside our own capital, we partner with leading global investors and banks to deliver flexible lending and finance across a wide range of deal sizes and loan types

The Kinetic Capital Story

A trusted leader pioneering through innovation and first mover advantage.

JUL 2020

Kinetic Capital is launched with a £100m commitment to provide financing solutions to PBSA owners, developers and operators.

DEC 
2020

Completed first transaction, a £39m whole loan facility to Jensco Group to provide financing for the development of a PBSA property on Traffic Street in Nottingham city center for 522 student bedspaces.

JUL
 2021

Announced the launch of
£200m investment program with StepStone Real Estate, delivering on Kinetic’s strategic ambition to raise new capital from leading institutional partners.

JAN 2022

Announced the launch of
Rhize in partnership with Kayne Anderson Real Estate, expanding Kinetic’s geographic footprint and loan types.

JAN 2024

Entered European market with €100m facility to Proprium / Collegiate in Italy.

SEPT 
2024

New CEO Paddy Allen joins business to spearhead further growth of the platform.

JAN 2025

Pursuing new investment opportunities and capital.

OUR APPROACH

A clear path. A true partnership

Every project is different, but our way of working stays the same: clear, collaborative, and focused on your goals. Here’s how we partner with you from first conversation to long-term success.

1

Understand and shape

We listen first, then design development finance that aligns with your goals and timescales.

2

Get finance ready

Early dialogue means no delays to your project. When planning is approved, you can move fast and build with confidence. Supported by our sector knowledge at every step.

3

Adapt as you go

Projects move fast. Markets shift. We’re agile enough to adapt with you, not stuck within the confines of an off-the-shelf traditional product.

4

Partner for the long run

Our role doesn’t end when the deal closes. We stay with you, looking ahead to the future and building a relationship that grows with your business.

Your partner in operational living

What is operational living finance?

Operational living is all about people. Creating homes where students, residents and communities can thrive. From PBSA finance to Build to Rent loans andflexible living, the fundamentals are the same: understanding cash flow, design, operations and the needs of the end user.

We bring that expertise to projects in:

  • Purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA)
  • Co-living / flexible living

Our experience means we can bring clarity, speed and value to your project – whatever part of operational living you’re building in.

our values

Pioneering. Purposeful. Positive.

These aren’t just words.
They shape how we work with you.

Pioneering: leading the way in tailored funding for 
operational living.

Purposeful: every decision is made with your goals in mind.

Positive: clear, personal, long-term partnerships.

Because when your project succeeds, so do we.

Just a big thank you to you and the team at Kinetic past and present. 10 Traffic Street would never have happened without you guys.

John Needleman
co-Owner of Jensco

Your continuous support was key to making this a successful project and I very much look forward to working with you again very soon.

Nigel Bobroff
co-Owner of Jensco

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