Peter John Ingersoll, CCIM Cannabis Real Estate & Financial Advisory Expert with 40+ Years of Experience
Peter John Ingersoll, CCIM – CEO & Corporate Broker
Contact Information:
Address: 1548 Mission Meadows Road, Oceanside, CA 92057
Phone: 925-918-3649
Email: peter@safe-equity.com
Profile Summary:
Peter John Ingersoll is a distinguished CEO and Corporate Broker for Safe Harbour Equity, Inc., specializing in cannabis real estate and investment. With over 40 years of experience in investment real estate, construction, development, trust, and banking, Peter is a thought leader in cannabis capital structures, financial statements, valuation, sale lease-back transactions, recapitalization, and reorganization plans. His expertise extends to off-balance-sheet financing, startup equity investing, mezzanine debt, and preferred equity. A former Series 7, 22, and 63 licensee, as well as a Series 65 registered investment advisor, Peter brings a wealth of knowledge in fiduciary responsibilities, real estate and company financing structures, and tax-deferred transactions.
Peter’s role at Safe Harbour Equity, Inc. encompasses a focus on cannabis sector real estate, mergers and acquisitions, and capital advisory services. He has successfully managed complex transactions, capital structures, startup business protocols, and basis transfers. As a cannabis expert witness, Peter is frequently called upon for partner disputes, creditor rights, and investor-founder disagreements, demonstrating his proficiency in the legal, operational, and financial prerequisites for building sustainable startup businesses. His background includes expertise in the sale of unregistered securities, private placement memoranda, and securities compliance.
Education:
University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, Bachelor of Science in Economics, with a focus on Real Estate Finance (1975). Co-Captain of the wrestling team.
Certifications & Licenses:
Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) Designee (2010)
California DRE License #01323055
Corporate California DRE License #01888022
California Finder License – DBO #F1708018
Professional Experience:
CEO & Corporate Broker, Safe Harbour Equity, Inc. (2010 – Present): Oversees commercial brokerage services, including buyer, seller, and investor representation, the sale of business opportunities, and capital advisory services. Focuses on cannabis real estate and finance, including the acquisition of cannabis operating licenses.
Founder, Rescue Capital Group (2021 – Present): Provides court-approved loans for cannabis receiverships and lending solutions for various cannabis business needs, including real estate, tenant improvements, and expansion/acquisitions.
Director of Acquisitions, Salt Lake City-based Development Company (2013-2014): Led initiatives to convert vacant properties into innovative self-storage facilities.
Consultant, Self-Storage Sector (2015-2016): Assisted a land developer in deploying $22 million in 1031 exchange funds into self-storage properties, creating underwriting models, and negotiating acquisitions.
Former President & Board Member, California Self Storage Association (2004-2012): Led the association from a financial deficit to a surplus, demonstrating his leadership and financial acumen.
Publications & Speaking Engagements:
Author of “The Real Estate Tsunami Survivor’s Guide: Prospering in Today’s Financial Storm” (2010)
Regular contributor to commercial real estate publications and conferences, sharing insights on distressed asset acquisition and quantitative easing impacts on real estate markets.
Awards & Recognitions:
2002 Rookie Broker of the Year, Cornish & Carey
2007 Sperry Van Ness Partner’s Circle Award – Top 30 producer nationally.
Recognized as a “Big Fish” by Welton Street Investments for outstanding production as a Series 22 and Series 63 representative.
Peter’s robust experience, coupled with his commitment to ethical standards and innovative problem-solving in the cannabis and real estate industries, positions him as a leading figure in navigating complex transactions and fostering sustainable business growth.