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5251 Westheimer Road, Suite 410
Houston, Texas 77056
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About the Company
Gatsby Advisors Brokerage, led by Charles Patawaran, CCIM — President & Janitor, helps high-net-worth investors and entrepreneurs acquire, scale, and exit cash-flowing businesses and commercial real estate. As one of the youngest CCIM brokers in the U.S., Charles brings a unique mix of investment banking mindset and deal-maker grit to every transaction. Our fully refundable retainer model ensures mutual commitment and results. We don’t compete for clients — we partner with serious investors ready to build wealth, buy freedom, and close with confidence.
Broker Biography
Introduction
Are you looking to buy your first business or expand your investment portfolio? At Gatsby Advisors Brokerage, led by Charles Patawaran, CCIM, we help high-net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs buy, grow, and sell cash-flowing businesses and commercial real estate. Our fully refundable retainer model ensures mutual commitment and focus — because serious investors deserve serious representation. Hire us today and let’s build your next success story.
Services Provided
Services Offered
At Gatsby Advisors Brokerage, we provide a full suite of Business Brokerage, M&A Advisory, and Commercial Real Estate services designed to help high-net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs acquire, grow, and exit profitably.
1. Business Brokerage & M&A Advisory
We represent both buyers and sellers in the acquisition and sale of established, cash-flowing businesses. Our team performs comprehensive valuations, prepares businesses for market, and negotiates favorable deal terms from start to close.
2. Commercial Real Estate Investment Sales
From medical office buildings and assisted living facilities to hotels and retail centers, we connect clients with high-performing assets that align with their long-term investment strategy.
3. SBA & Financing Advisory
We specialize in SBA 7(a), 504, and conventional loan packaging, helping clients secure 90–100% financing for acquisitions, expansions, or owner-occupied real estate purchases.
4. Buyer Representation & Acquisition Search
Through our exclusive, fully refundable retainer model, we perform tailored acquisition searches for qualified buyers — analyzing financials, structuring creative financing, and managing negotiations with lenders, attorneys, and sellers.
5. Exit Planning & Valuation Services
For owners preparing to sell, we provide detailed financial recasting, valuation analysis, and pre-sale positioning to maximize enterprise value and attract qualified buyers.
6. Strategic Advisory & Deal Structuring
Our deep understanding of business operations, real estate finance, and market dynamics allows us to structure deals that maximize ROI while minimizing risk.
At Gatsby Advisors, our mission is simple: to turn business ownership into generational wealth — one deal at a time.
Areas Served
Licensed In
- Texas — License number 763861
Professional Affiliations
Charles Patawaran, CCIM — President & Janitor of Gatsby Advisors Brokerage — is a proud Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designee, a distinction earned by less than 6% of commercial real estate professionals globally.
The CCIM designation represents mastery in financial analysis, market analysis, investment strategy, and negotiation, equipping Charles with the expertise to structure complex business and real estate transactions that create lasting value for clients.
In addition to CCIM, Charles is affiliated with several respected organizations in the business and investment community, including:
International Business Brokers Association (IBBA)
M&A Source
Institute of Advisors
Association of Accredited Small Business Consultants (AASBC)
These affiliations reflect a commitment to the highest professional standards and continued education in business brokerage, mergers & acquisitions, and investment real estate.
