A way forward in uncertain times.
Creative financing solutions and a steady partner through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Clint HanklaPrincipal, Lee & Associates
A PARTNER IN YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
You see the potential.
Let’s build what’s next.
The capital, clarity, and connections to grow your business. Expert lending and consulting, with a partner who’s in your corner.
Let’s talk about your businessA free 15-minute conversation. A clearer way forward.
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$400M+in real estate transactions
successfully funded
successfully funded
ROOTED IN TEXAS.
INVESTED IN YOU.
INVESTED IN YOU.
Austin Houston Dallas-Fort Worth San Antonio
CAPITAL MEETS CLARITY
Built around your business.
And where you want to take it.
From your next investment to your next stage of growth, get practical lending and business guidance for the road ahead.
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Commercial real estate
The right financing for your next property, development, or investment.
From single-family rentals to multi-phase developments.Explore service02
Small business lending
Capital that helps you move on the opportunities in front of you.
Growth capital. Working capital. Room to expand.Explore service03
SBA loans
Experienced guidance through the next step in your funding journey.
Support with sourcing and navigating SBA financing.Explore service04
Business consulting
A stronger business starts with clarity behind the scenes.
Financial reporting, business plans, and better systems.Explore serviceNot sure where to start? That’s what we’re here for.
Let’s figure it out together
YOUR VISION. OUR COMMITMENT.Progress starts with the
right people at the table.
right people at the table.
MORE THAN A TRANSACTION
Your goals deserve
a seat at the table.
Growing a business means making big decisions. You deserve someone who understands what’s at stake and helps you see the path ahead.
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Start with your vision.
We get to know your business, your challenges, and what you want to build.
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Connect the right pieces.
Bring capital, business planning, and experienced professionals together around your goals.
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Meet your growth partner Build for the long run.
Strengthen the systems and relationships that support your business as it grows.
A REAL PERSON IN YOUR CORNER
Good business starts
with good relationships.
David PokornyFounder, The GCF Group
A big-picture thinker.
A roll-up-your-sleeves partner.
David brings together commercial loan brokerage and business consulting to help owners strengthen what they’ve built and plan for what comes next.
His work connects businesses with community banks, private lenders, and trusted professionals. Alongside financing, he helps put the financial reporting, business plans, and back office systems in place to support lasting growth.
- Direct, personal guidance
- Banking and real estate relationships
- A focus on long-term enterprise value
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PROGRESS
Different businesses.
A shared way forward.
A few of the relationships that define our work.
A flagship location. A new chapter.
SBA funding to purchase a flagship property, with working capital to support the business behind it.
Jeff GouldPartner, Actuation Plus
Better connections. Stronger business.
Banking and real estate relationships paired with an approach that puts people at the center of every transaction.
Kris SimpsonCEO, Heritage Land Group
Client experiences shared by The GCF Group.
A FEW MINUTES. A FRESH PERSPECTIVE.
Let’s talk business.
One video at a time.
Quick takes from David on commercial lending, business growth, and the relationships behind both.
@thegcfgroupWatch on Instagram Loan covenants
The fine print matters.
@thegcfgroupWatch on Instagram Business funding
What does fast funding really cost?
@thegcfgroupWatch on Instagram Prepayment penalties
Before you pay off that loan.
@thegcfgroupWatch on Instagram Planning ahead
Know your loan’s maturity date.
@thegcfgroupWatch on Instagram Loan structure
Look beyond the interest rate.
@thegcfgroupWatch on Instagram Life at GCF
A little behind the scenes.
More ideas for your next chapter.
TEXAS ROOTS. PERSONAL CONNECTIONS.
Local understanding.
Room to think bigger.
Headquartered in Austin, we work with business owners and real estate investors across Texas. Wherever your next chapter takes you, let’s talk.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS HERE
Bring your ambition.
Let’s find your way forward.
Tell us what you’re building. We’ll start with a free
15-minute conversation about how we can help.