Doug is proud to have built and maintained a solid reputation in the local business community. Although he values written agreements because of the clarity they provide, he has successfully executed on many deals that were made on a handshake. He has never had a foreclosure, filed for bankruptcy or even missed a mortgage […]
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Can I learn more about Doug’s background? (2 of 3)
Doug was admitted into and actively participates in Entrepreneurs Organization (EO), which is an exclusive group for business owners with substantial gross revenues. He was also named to the HBJ 40 Under 40 list and learned Spanish after spending a year studying Spanish and traveling in Spain and Chile. To give back, he regularly […]
Read MoreCan I learn more about Doug’s background? (1 of 3)
Doug Smith is the manager and/or owner of the various business entities that comprise Hawthorne Capital. Hawthorne Capital was a natural evolution of Doug’s business career, which involved buying and selling over 100 houses. In his early days as an investor, he and his team bought, fixed and resold or leased properties, often […]
Read MoreWhat kind of “skin in the game” does the sponsor have?
Many investors find it important that the sponsor, Doug Smith in this case, have a vested financial interest in the fund. This “skin in the game” is being provided in various ways: Doug is currently paying over $300K per month in interest to the fund via his entities that borrow from it. […]
Read MoreCan I see Doug’s background report and credit check?
These are not bank loans, but Doug still thinks it’s important that investors know about his character and credit worthiness. With that in mind, here are those reports: Background Check: Ehlert Law, PC investigated Doug’s background and compiled this report. It shows no criminal activity. Credit Check: This credit check from Identity […]
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