History

The Vision

In 1998 our founder, Mr. Leo Padron, envisioned the need for creative and flexible financing in the commercial real estate sector that could overcome the obstacles and inherent pitfalls presented by conventional Banking regulations and requirements.

2000

Metwest Headquarters established in Los Angeles, California with a goal to provide valuable services and programs to a grossly underserved market niche. First transaction completed in early 2000, the beginning of the new Millennium.

2003

Metwest Headquarters moves to Miami, Florida, the operation expanded nationwide with offices in California, Florida, New York, Arizona, Colorado and Georgia. Consistent, positive growth rate since 2001 in terms of revenues, independent branches, offices and account executives. Responsible for originating over $1 Billion in Small-Balance commercial loans.

2005

Metwest named one of the Fastest Growing Companies Nationwide in the Commercial Mortgage industry and it's principal, Mr. Leo Padron, nominated as 2005 Entrepreneur of the Year by a national business magazine.

2007

Seven years since its inception Metwest has exceeded all prior year’s records in originations, closings and profitability. Metwest now enters a new frontier by perfecting two of our finest loan products, Metwest Express and Metwest Platinum.