Mr. Edery embarked on his journey into the world of real estate in March of 1994 as an associate in acquisitions for a New York City-based real estate equity group, as well as heading the bridge and short-term lending division of that firm. Under his stewardship, the company grew to the point that they were considered one of the most prominent sources for hard money in New York City. In January of 1996 with the increasing demand and availability of conventional financing, Mr. Edery joined a New York City-based commercial mortgage firm, as an associate, and remained at that firm until December of 1999. In December of 1999, Mr. Edery founded Paradigm Funding Group LLC which he has subsequently built to become a nationally recognized name that enjoys a sterling reputation among borrowers and lenders alike.