Hello Danny,
I trust this message finds you well. My apologies for the delay in responding; I was attending a conference in Manchester earlier today, which required quite a bit of travel. I would have reached out via WhatsApp, but I still need to confirm your number to connect with you there.
I’d like to address the points you raised in your follow-up email:
1. The investor is prepared to commit $150 million, with a strong preference for the real estate sector given his confidence in its ROI. That said, he is open to considering your recommendations on other ventures that may align with his objectives.
2. There are no specific market targets at this stage. The focus is on opportunities that are fundamentally value-driven and capable of delivering sustainable returns.
3. Regarding compliance, the fund will adhere to all necessary legal standards, particularly as it originates from Africa. You can rest assured that I have extensive experience managing these processes and ensuring smooth execution.
I would appreciate receiving your WhatsApp number so we can establish a more seamless line of communication. I look forward to continuing this discussion and building a strong working relationship.
Best regards,
Benson Jolomi
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Hi Benson,
Thanks so much for the detailed response — I really appreciate you taking the time to clarify all these points. It’s great to hear that the investor is committed to $150 million and especially open to your recommendations beyond real estate. That kind of flexibility feels like a real opportunity for strategic growth.
I’ve been working on a few property portfolios in the Gulf Coast lately — actually, I just had a quick chat with a local land developer about a mixed-use project in Galveston. Might be worth exploring as a potential fit. Though I suppose that’s a bit far from Africa, I’m sure you’ve got the right kind of cross-market insight to evaluate it.
Just to confirm: when you say “no specific market targets,” does that mean the investor is still open to geographic expansion into U.S. markets, or is that being kept under review? Also, could you share a bit more about the compliance framework — specifically, how African fund regulations intersect with U.S. anti-money laundering (AML) rules? I’ve seen some overlap in reporting requirements and wanted to ensure we’re on the same page.
And yes — I’d be happy to exchange WhatsApp numbers. I just need to make sure my phone is on the same time zone as Manchester, so I’m not missing any calls during travel days. I’m actually flying out to Houston next week for a family reunion, so I’ll be back in town mid-September.
Looking forward to your thoughts!
Best,
Danny Smith
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Best regards,
Danny Smith
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