Our Story

KSquared was founded with a simple objective: identify well-positioned real estate investments, create long-term value through active ownership and asset management, and build a portfolio capable of supporting continued growth.

The firm began by acquiring and managing single-family homes and condominium properties, establishing a strong foundation in operations, leasing, and asset management. As the portfolio matured, KSquared expanded into commercial real estate and development opportunities, applying the same investment philosophy to larger and more complex projects.

Today, KSquared serves as both an owner and an operating partner, combining institutional experience with the flexibility and responsiveness of an entrepreneurial firm. In addition to investing its own capital, the firm partners with private investors, developers, lenders, family offices, and property owners on acquisitions, development projects, asset management, due diligence, construction oversight, and strategic real estate initiatives.

Our Experience

Our experience spans office, retail, industrial, multifamily, residential, mixed-use, and land development projects across multiple markets in the United States and internationally. Our clients and partners include private investors, financial institutions, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, brokers, and property managers to successfully execute projects ranging from individual investments to large-scale development and redevelopment initiatives.

By combining institutional experience with an owner's perspective, KSquared provides leadership and practical solutions that help clients and partners navigate complex real estate opportunities with confidence.

Seth Katz is the CEO and Founding Partner of KSquared Real Estate, where he leads the firm's investment, development, asset management, and growth initiatives. With more than two decades of experience spanning engineering, construction, development, acquisitions, and asset management, Seth brings a unique perspective to every project.

Before founding KSquared, Seth held leadership positions with nationally recognized real estate owners and developers, managing complex commercial, residential, industrial, mixed-use, and institutional projects throughout the United States. His experience encompasses every phase of ownership and development — from feasibility studies and due diligence to design, construction, leasing, operations, and long-term asset management.

Seth earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Science in Engineering Management from  The George Washington University. His engineering background, combined with extensive real estate experience, enables him to bridge the technical, financial, and operational aspects of complex real estate projects.

At KSquared, Seth works closely with investors, developers, lenders, family offices, and partners to identify opportunities, manage risk, and create long-term value through disciplined investment, strategic development, and active asset management.