SRP is a long-term partner for borrowers – and we value quality relationships over quantity. We take extra care to ensure every partnership will be fruitful for years to come.
We’ve personally experienced the challenges and obstacles in the lending/borrowing process – and understandhow to navigate them to secure fast and accurate closings.
The SRP team has worked on both sides of the real estate investing process. We know what it takes to secure proper funding and complete projects efficiently. When borrowers partner with us, they are supported from end to end.
Our team brings over 100 years of collective experience in building and business. We have a vast network of local money resources, trades, areas, and deals – which are all passed on to our partners.
SRP is not your typical private money lender. We’ve been in the industry for decades and bring a wealth of insights, experience, and match-making abilitiesto every project.
We’ve never been big talkers at SRP, we prefer to let results speak for us. No false promises, sugarcoating, or anything else.
Geoffrey Deckelbaum
Private Lender and Founding Member
Geoffrey has over two decades of experience in the real estate finance industry, including 12 years of real estate lending for a large financial institution and 10 years of hard money lending in the residential development and construction space. The experienced real estate lender has lived in the Atlanta area since 1994 and holds a degree in finance and marketing from Emory University.
Deckelbaum worked as an SVP at Bank of America, where he was responsible for originating and managing a portfolio of loans for residential developers and builders. While working at the financial institution, Deckelbaum originated over $2 billion in new loans and managed a portfolio of $500 million in outstanding balances with clients in Georgia, Florida, Texas, New Jersey and New York.
After leaving Bank of America, Deckelbaum became a private lender in Atlanta and, from 2011 to 2019, was a direct provider of private funding for real estate investment transactions. As a hard money lender, the company provided real estate debt for situations where traditional financing sources could not meet the borrower’s needs. Such situations include investment property acquisition, new home construction loans to experienced builders, commercial owner-occupied and non-owner-occupied properties, and small office, retail or industrial properties.
Angie McDaniel
Controller
Angie McDaniel brings over 28 years of accounting and construction industry experience to her role as Controller at SRP Lending, including over 20 years in senior leadership overseeing financial operations. She holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance from the University of Oklahoma. Angie’s expertise spans various sectors: commercial, mixed-use, retail, residential, land development, medical offices, and hospital retrofits.
Known for her attention to detail and collaborative leadership style, Angie has successfully led financial operations for key projects across Southeast markets such as Atlanta, Charleston, Savannah, Greenville, Chattanooga, and Orlando. Her deep knowledge of construction processes and financial management has been instrumental in fostering strong relationships with bankers and lenders.
Angie thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys working hands-on with teams across departments. Her extensive background in construction accounting and operational finance supports SRP Lending’s continued growth and commitment to delivering exceptional service and results for its clients.
Mark Whitmire
Corporate Strategist
Mark Whitmire brings over 25 years of experience in real estate and construction, with a diverse background as a principal in homebuilding, land development, lending and brokerage firms. Throughout his career, Mark has demonstrated a keen focus on financial and operational execution, successfully guiding multiple businesses through economic challenges, including the Great Recession.
He owns and operates several businesses, such as MTW Companies, LLC., specializing in consulting for business owners; MTW Realty, LLC., a real estate brokerage for land and tax-favored transactions; and MTW Cabinetry, LLC., supplying custom cabinetry for the residential real estate sector. Additionally, Mark passively invests in ventures including a restaurant group, student housing, and a bank.
Mark is actively involved in his community, having served on the Board of Directors for an orphanage and senior center for three years and as an Executive Mentor for over 20 years. He is also a Board Member of the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association, where he serves as a Continuing Education Instructor. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Shorter University in Rome, Georgia.
Unlike traditional banking, private money loans don’t havestrict guidelines and formalities. This means SRP can process closings in a matter of days, rather than months.
SRP operates on a local level – and we’re highly invested in our partners’ projects. Our experts advise on everything from the funding and planning stage through building and completion.
Our goal with each partnership is to foster a long-term relationship. We’ll negotiate fees, requirements, interest rates, and more to ensure we create a win-win situation.
SRP promises 100% transparency throughout the entire private money loan process. We do everything possible to streamline the borrowing experience from start to finish.
