Nathan Kain, a Partner at HPP Equity LLC, is instrumental in directing the assets, value-add construction for a diverse portfolio encompassing Single Family Rental (SFR), multi-family, and student housing properties near Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana, and Northwest Arkansas.

Nathan's journey in construction began at the grassroots level, eventually leading him to a Project Manager role with the Stafford Group in Greenville, South Carolina. Recognizing the need for Construction Managers with both hands-on experience and academic expertise, Nathan completed his Construction Science and Management degree at Clemson University in May 2009.

Since graduating from college, Nathan has been passionate about operating and optimizing businesses. Co-founding Smart Guys LLC with his brother, Justin Kain, in June 2009, they focused on acquiring SFR portfolios in the South Bend, Indiana area. Their collaboration resulted in the acquisition and renovation of nearly 120 properties. In 2011, Smart Guys merged into The HomeWorks Corporation, where Nathan assumed the role of Operations Manager.

In 2014, Nathan played a pivotal role in the spin-off of the maintenance and construction divisions into a new entity, HomeWorks Construction. Serving as the President, he steered the company to achieve an annual revenue exceeding $6 million, encompassing both residential and commercial construction projects. Nathan's leadership spanned all facets of the business.

Joining forces with his brother, Justin Kain in 2021, along with an established local investor network, Nathan has been a driving force behind the growth of HPP Equity. Nathan has overseen acquisitions totaling more than $80 million AUM, comprising over 30 deals. He continues to leverage his expertise in business operations to contribute to the ongoing success and expansion of the company through the strategic management of its assets

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