Risk is managed through discipline. • Buying right • Managing tightly • Avoiding speculation • Maintaining liquidity We are not chasing appreciation cycles. We are building durable assets that perform across time.

Is Property Management Handled In-House?

Investors Managing for Investors. In Tampa’s competitive real estate market, discipline and transparency matter. Before any property is approved for investment, it undergoes an independent third-party inspection to evaluate major systems, overall condition, and potential repair exposure. The findings are documented in a detailed report and uploaded to our Diligence Vault, giving investors access to the same information we review internally. Whether you are acquiring your first property or expanding a seasoned portfolio, our process is designed to provide clear data, realistic expectations, and protection of investor capital.

How Are Returns Calculated?

Projected returns are based on current market rent data, real operating expense benchmarks, and conservative vacancy assumptions. We do not rely on appreciation to justify an investment. Appreciation is treated as upside — not a requirement. Our focus is on stable cash flow, equity growth through disciplined purchasing, and long-term asset performance.

How Do We Underwrite and Stress-Test Deals?

Every opportunity goes through a structured underwriting process that evaluates: • Sustainable market rent • Operating expense ratios • Vacancy assumptions • Repair exposure • Neighborhood trends • Comparable resale values We run conservative scenarios before presenting a property. If the numbers only work under optimistic assumptions, we do not move forward. Cash flow must stand on its own. Provision of Crucial Information: Before an investor finalizes a purchase, Graystone ensures they are fully informed. They provide comprehensive data on each property, which includes financial performance, condition assessments, and market analysis specific to Tampa. Streamlining the Investment Process: Their approach aims to simplify the traditional investment process. By giving investors all the necessary information upfront, Graystone makes it easier for them to make informed decisions without navigating the usual complexities of real estate investment.

Why Are We Different From Traditional Agents?

Traditional agents focus on transactions. We focus on performance. Every property is evaluated from the perspective of long-term ownership — not short-term commission. Because we manage properties in-house, we work with real operating numbers daily. That gives investors visibility beyond spreadsheets and projections. Our goal is not just to help you buy a property — it’s to help you build a durable portfolio.

Graystone Investment Group is led by Jorge Vazquez, a 20+ year real estate investor who has been involved in over 3,500 transactions across multiple market cycles. Our team manages 300+ rental doors and operates across acquisitions, underwriting, financing coordination, and property management. We are not a traditional brokerage. We are an investment-focused firm built around long-term ownership and disciplined execution.

1018 E Holland Ave - Graystone Investment Group - Graystone Investment Group

Before: exterior of a weathered, single-story home with peeling paint and worn siding.

Before: cluttered living room filled with toys, decor, and cluttered surfaces. After: tidy beige living area with clean floors, minimal furnishings, and a closed door.

From Distressed Property to Cash-Flowing Rental

1018 E Holland Ave, Tampa, Florida

3 Bedrooms • 1 Bathroom • 838 Sq. Ft.

Through the Graystone VIP program, this Tampa single-family home was acquired for $100,000 and improved with approximately $45,000 in strategic renovations. The property was transformed into a professionally managed rental now valued at approximately $260,000 and generating $1,850 per month in rental income.

The Investment

01. Acquisition

Purchase Price: $100,000
Strategy: Value-Add Rental

The VIP team identified an opportunity to acquire a distressed property below its potential market value and reposition it as a long-term rental.

02. Transformation

Renovation Investment: $45,000
Total Investment: $145,000

The home was renovated to improve its condition, functionality, rental appeal, and long-term value.

03. Results

Current Property Value: $260,000
Equity Created: $115,000
Monthly Rent: $1,850

The completed property now provides substantial built-in equity and ongoing rental income.

Real Property. Real Results.

$145K

Total Investment

$115K

Equity Created

$1,850

Monthly Rent

79%

Created Equity Relative to Total Investment

Buy. Renovate. Rent. Build Wealth.

This investment demonstrates the VIP program’s fully integrated approach—from identifying and acquiring the opportunity to coordinating renovations, placing the property into service, and providing professional property management.

One property. One coordinated strategy. Long-term wealth-building potential.

Property values, rents, renovation costs, expenses, financing terms, and investment results vary. Figures shown are approximate and are provided for informational purposes only. This example does not represent or guarantee future investment performance.

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A Real Graystone Investment Transformation

From Distressed Property to Cash-Flowing Rental

1018 E Holland Ave, Tampa, Florida

The Investment

01. Acquisition

02. Transformation

03. Results

Real Property. Real Results.

$145K

$115K

$1,850

79%

Buy. Renovate. Rent. Build Wealth.

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