The New Standard of Wealth Built for the Modern Partner.
Scale your wealth with the best real estate investments in the Midwest and Southeast growth corridors.
We get it. Most "investing" today is like gambling. You’re looking for the best real estate investments, but you don’t have time to be a landlord. That’s where Green Forest Capital helps. We specialize in investing in real estate at an institutional scale. Imagine owning a piece of a 1,000+ unit portfolio in the best places to invest in real estate, elsewhere in St. Louis, where 250% ROI isn't a dream; it’s our track record. Ditch searching for opportunities in investment and start owning them.
Why Vertical Integration is Your Safety Net
We don't just find the best real estate investments; we build them from the ground up. Led by Lee Fjord's decade of experience, we are a vertically integrated firm.
Forced Appreciation
Identify "tired" assets in the best places to invest and execute a meticulous business plan to raise the caliber of the property and its income.
Operational Control
By managing our own properties in St. Louis, we eliminate the "leakage" that kills returns. We treat your capital like our own.
Resident-First Philosophy
Turn underperforming complexes into safe, vibrant homes. Higher quality living leads to lower vacancy and higher-yield opportunities.
Bridging the Gap Between Education and Action
Don't just watch from the sidelines, because our community provides the mentorship and the deals to help you win.
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The Multiplier Effect: Professional Real Estate Asset Management
Building Wealth Through Partnership
At Green Forest Capital, we act as the bridge between private capital and institutional-grade performance in St.louis. As a premier real estate investment group, we provide a good real estate asset management solution that handles the heavy work, allowing our partners to enjoy the benefits of ownership.
So, even if you are a seasoned pro or exploring investment career opportunities in the real estate space, our team is dedicated to your growth. We go beyond simple real estate investment companies by offering a community-driven approach to wealth, the data, and the transparency you need to win
Education & Community: The "Make It Happen" Movement
Get exclusive real estate investment opportunities through our monthly webinars and live seminars.
At Green Forest Capital, we believe that the best real estate investments are made by informed partners. That’s why Lee Fjord spearheaded the Make It Happen Multifamily (MIHM) community, a dynamic movement dedicated to fostering collaboration, sharing real estate investment advice, and providing a platform for both new and seasoned investors in St.louis to scale.
How We Guide Our Community (For Free)
The MIHM Webinar Series
Join our monthly free online sessions where we dive deep into real estate investment strategies. From "How to Structure a 506B vs 506C" to "Maximizing Tax Benefits through Accelerated Depreciation," we give you the raw data without the gatekeeping.
Physical Seminars & "Tours & Pours"
We host high-impact, in-person events where we bring in expert sponsors, including SEC attorneys and tax strategists, to provide real estate investing tips in a live, collaborative environment. It’s about networking with a real estate investment group that actually has skin in the game.
Direct Access to the Operator
Do you need a personalized deep dive? We offer a free online booking option with Lee Fjord and his team. So, next time if you’re vetting business investment opportunities or exploring investment career opportunities, we’re here to provide the roadmap.
Meet the Founders
At the heart of Green Forest Capital is a leadership team of Lee and Meagan Fjord, who have scaled a portfolio from modest beginnings to over 700 units and $50 Million in Assets Under Management (AUM).
Lee Fjord
Co-Founder & Partner
Veteran operator, scaled property management from 20 to 220+ units before launching GFC. Decade as broker & asset manager, identifies high-alpha real estate opportunities. Manages $50M portfolio.
Meagan Fjord
Co-Founder & Partner
Navy Senior Chief & former White House director. Elite discipline in real estate asset management. Since 2020 instrumental in growing GFC to 700+ units, precision-led optimization.
Do you want to begin looking at sites in
St. Louis and start owning?
Join a real estate investment group that combines operational grit.
Still Have Questions About Your Investment Future?
Navigating real estate investment strategies can be complex, but you don’t have to do it alone. Even if you're curious about our current opportunities in investment or need professional real estate investment advice, we are here to provide the clarity you need
Expert Real Estate Investing FAQs
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Invest by joining a real estate investment group or buying real estate investment trusts. Use proven real estate investment strategies to secure passive returns.
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Start by educating yourself through a free webinar or seeking real estate investment advice. Use a real estate investment calculator to analyze potential deals. Networking with established real estate investment companies helps you find high-alpha opportunities in investment without needing to manage properties yourself from day one.
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Utilize "OPM" (Other People's Money) through partnerships, seller financing, or wholesaling. Many find business investment opportunities by providing value to a real estate investment group as an active, experienced operator.
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Yes. It’s a top investment career opportunity. Private real estate investment companies also offer lucrative roles in real estate asset management services and acquisitions.
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Yes. It’s among the best real estate investments for wealth. Investing in real estate offers tax benefits, cash flow, and stability in growth corridors.
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Real estate is a powerful tangible asset. Professional real estate asset management services ensure these properties provide inflation protection and consistent, long-term capital appreciation.