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Founded in 2024 by Vanessa Switzler and Seth Gilmore, Heat & Light Capital is a real estate syndication firm that partners with accredited investors to acquire and optimize income-producing multifamily properties. We focus on value-add opportunities in growing markets, implementing strategic renovations and operational improvements to maximize returns for our investor partners. With two successful acquisitions in our portfolio and a third property targeted for late 2025, we are building a track record of disciplined investment and hands-on asset management that creates long-term wealth for our syndication partners.

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Properties

exterior of our Birmingham 40-unit apartment building
exterior of our 18-unit apartment building in Little Rock, AR

The Grove at Magic City Townhomes
Birmingham, Alabama

A 40-unit multifamily investment property featuring spacious townhome-style residences with 20 one-bedroom and 20 two-bedroom units, each with in-unit washer/dryer connections and private outdoor space. Acquired in June 2025, Magic City is located in a quiet residential neighborhood with strong tenant retention and is positioned near major employment centers including UAB and Amazon operations. The value-add business plan includes interior upgrades, exterior improvements, community BBQ area development, and comprehensive rebranding to maximize the property's distinctive townhome appeal within a professionally managed setting.

College Terrace
Little Rock, Arkansas

An 18-unit multifamily investment property featuring all 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom units in Little Rock's Medical Corridor. Located in the heart of Midtown near the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and seven hospitals, the property offers strong tenant retention in a landlord-friendly market. The value-add business plan includes light interior renovations, rent increases to market rates, direct billing of utilities, and strategic capital improvements to maximize cash flow from this well-positioned asset in Arkansas's stable rental market.

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About the Team

3790 El Camino Real, #1077

Palo Alto, CA 94306

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