Transitioning Investors Into Low Cost of Funds
Real Estate Banking Experts With 35 Years Of Success
Strong Ties In Banking & Private Financial Markets
Bankers Who Get The "YES" With Credit Committees
Our Mission
Bridwell Sargent works with its clients to achieve the most optimal rate and term through 35 years of financial relationships and experiences,
We deliver tailored solutions for investors, home builders and developers.
Financial Partners (small sample)
What Are The Clients Saying?
-- "Peter Sargent got us a 26MM construction loan for our senior living facility in Alameda California in 45 days from Cathay Bank. He delivered when the others couldn’t, believe me we went to a dozen other financial firms."
Chris Zimmerman – Phoenix Commons – Alameda, California
-- "Bridwell Sargent raised 123MM in construction debt for our apartment building in Edmonds, Washington. It was a long slug, but they kept the pressure on the lender and delivered."
Johnny Vong - Blackfish Capital – Seattle, Washington
-- "Stu saved my hotel from foreclosure with a fast and low-cost bridge loan. He was also able to get me a construction loan for a 55-unit apartment building with the cash out equity from the hotel. I would recommend him when your in a pinch, he is a solution man."
Vin Mehta - Mehta Investment Group - Portland, Oregon
-- "Peter worked his tail off for our purchase bridge land loan for a 565 single family subdivision. He also helped us with a TIF / municipal infrastructure funding for the same project."
Michael Hass - Arrowhead Lakes - Boulder, Colorado
-- "I have been working with Peter for years on many of my projects in downtown Fresno, California. He always has my back and delivers bridge and construction loans for my multifamily projects."
Terance Frazier – TFS Investments – Fresno, California
-- "Bridwell Sargent is well versed in Municipal financing, I have Peter on calls with business partners to educate them on the benefits of TIFs and tax incentives on my large construction projects."
Eric Cernich - Oxbow Communities – Corona Del Mar, California
-- "I can’t say enough about this firm, they are always available to get on call at the last minute with my investors and explain in detail complicated financing structures and options."
Dennis Edelman - Shopping Center Development LLC - Wichita, Kansas
-- "The guys at Bridwell Sargent are our heroes, they were able to get us a fast 8MM bridge land purchase loan for a to-be-built apartment building in downtown San Francisco."
Richard Hannum - Forge Development Partners – San Francisco, California
-- "We went to a dozen financial guys over a year, and only one firm delivered our 37MM condo construction loan in Bellingham Washington. Thanks to Peter & his team we got the funding efficiently."
Pat Powers - Harcourt Developments – Bellingham, Washington.
-- "Stu Aikawa got us a 37MM construction loan for our dual Hyatt during the pandemic when no one was lending. He suggested we go with the largest contractor in NorCal which made the construction safer for us and lender.
Stu pulled off magic!"
Bobby Gosal - G B Commercial LLC – Sacramento, California
-- "Peter has been helping me with Municipal infrastructure financing on my 60-acre project in Ashland, Oregon. He has gone beyond the call of duty coaching us and educating government officials on the intricacies of this kind of funding."
Michael Weinstock – Townmakers LLC – San Jose, California
Meet Your Experts
Stewart P. Aikawa
35 Years - Loan Production & Commercial Real Estate Finance
3060 South Stage Road
Medford, OR 97501
530-400-2742
spa@brdsgt.com
With over 35 years of specialized experience in commercial real estate loan production, Stewart “Stu” Aikawa has built a distinguished career helping clients successfully secure complex financing solutions across the United States.
Stu began his career in real estate banking after earning a degree in Biology from UC Davis. Returning to the Bay Area, he held key positions at prominent financial institutions, including Tokai Bank, Sumitomo Bank (now Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation), Bank of the West, and Mechanics Bank. Early in his career, he identified his true passion: originating and structuring commercial real estate loans.
Known for his deep understanding of credit processes, Stu excels at identifying client needs, crafting well-structured financing requests, and skillfully negotiating with credit administrators and committees. His extensive experience allows him to anticipate lender perspectives and position transactions for optimal outcomes.
At Bridwell Sargent, Stu serves as a trusted advisor to clients nationwide. His primary focus is the placement and closing of commercial real estate debt, equity, mezzanine, and private financing. He manages the full process—from loan packaging and professional presentation to expert negotiation—ensuring efficient execution and favorable terms for his clients.
Peter A. Sargent
20 Years - Operations & Business Development
Bridwell Sargent Commercial Real Estate Finance
223 N Guadalupe Street #420
Santa Fe, NM 87501
831-325-1431
Peter A. Sargent is a seasoned commercial real estate finance expert and second-generation real estate professional with more than 20 years of hands-on experience in public and private real estate financing, capital markets execution, and complex strategic transactions.
Born in Hollywood, California, and raised in Santa Cruz, Peter brings a deep-rooted understanding of the industry from his family background. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Business Finance from Colorado State University, providing a strong academic foundation for his career in structuring sophisticated financing solutions.
In his current role at Bridwell Sargent, Peter manages the firm’s sales and marketing platform, leads lender and investor research, and oversees day-to-day business operations. His strategic leadership has been instrumental in positioning Bridwell Sargent as a trusted advisor in commercial real estate financing across the United States. Peter excels at identifying optimal capital sources, negotiating favorable terms, and executing time-sensitive transactions that deliver results for clients ranging from real estate investors and developers to operators of specialized properties.
Peter’s success is demonstrated through numerous high-impact transactions. Clients consistently praise his proactive approach, deep lender relationships, and commitment to closing deals efficiently in competitive markets.
With expertise spanning acquisition financing, construction loans, refinance transactions, and other strategic real estate initiatives, Peter combines analytical rigor with practical market insight. His track record reflects a consistent ability to navigate complex capital structures and deliver tailored financing solutions that support clients’ growth objectives, even in challenging economic environments.
Peter is based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and remains actively involved in expanding Bridwell Sargent’s reach while maintaining the firm’s reputation for excellence in real estate advisory and capital markets execution.