About
DML Capital
Our
Story
After a few years, DML successfully constructed and established several centers, marking their transition from the convenience store industry to the development of retail shopping centers. Over time, DML extended the opportunity for friends and family to invest in their developments, which contributed to accelerated growth. DML gained expertise in identifying suitable land for new centers and revitalizing struggling centers through essential value-added capital improvements, rectifying leasing issues, and implementing reliable management practices.
DML’s investment philosophy is an extension of the principles that led to their success in the initial field of convenience store development. Their approach involves acquiring and developing assets in a way that enables them to be self-sustaining. This allows the assets to remain in the portfolio for an extended period, while minimizing the factors that could necessitate divesting an asset during challenging times. Although this concept may appear straightforward, practical experience has consistently demonstrated that this is easier said than done to successfully implement.
Over the course of 15 years, DML Capital has established a track record that has demonstrated its capability to execute its philosophy, maintain discipline, and consistently deliver reliable and stable outcomes to its limited partners and industry peers.
Our Tenant
Partners
Our
Core Values
At DML Capital, we value trust, loyalty, and long-term relationships. These core values are the foundation upon which we have built our success.
Our commitment to these values drives us to deliver exceptional results consistently and has earned us the privilege of being trusted advisors to our clients, who depend on us for their real estate needs.
Our
Team
Sajjid Dawood
Anil Mohammed
Saleem Lakhani
Sajjid Dawood
Sajjid Dawood is a co-founder of DML Capital and has been a partner at the firm for 13 years, leading its growth and development since its launch in 2010.
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Sajjid’s extensive experience of over 25 years in the real estate industry has undoubtedly contributed to his and DML Capital’s success.
His strategic vision and leadership have played a pivotal role in establishing DML Capital as a highly respected and successful real estate development firm in the region.
With a diverse portfolio of projects, ranging from commercial properties to mixed-use developments, Sajjid has demonstrated his ability to navigate complex deal structures and succeed across various ventures.
Sajjid is mathematically inclined, which contributes to his attention to detail. His negotiation techniques and experience in the field have contributed greatly to the establishment of DML Capital. From the start of DML Capital in 2010 to now, Sajjid has contributed to developing over 750 acres of real estate, growing the company’s assets from 1.2 million to over 500 million.
Currently, the firm manages over 1 million square feet of retail real estate.
He enjoys traveling with his family, golfing, and trying foods from different cultures in his spare time. Sajjid relocated to Houston, where he was brought up, and loves to give back to his community
Anil Mohammed
Anil Mohammed is a co-founder of DML Capital and has been a partner at the firm for 13 years, leading its growth and development since its launch in 2010.
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After graduating from Emory University in 2009, he returned to Houston to grow his family’s business in retail fueling stations and fast food. Anil soon discovered his passion for developing retail real estate.
In 2010, Anil and his partners Sajjid Dawood and Saleem Lakhani acquired their first shopping center. Fast forward to 2023, Anil has played a key role in the development of more than 750 acres of real estate, propelling the company’s assets from 1.2 million to over 500 million. Currently, the firm oversees over 1 million square feet of retail property.
Anil has a knack for finding opportunistic deals and a track record of turning failed management into positive cash-flowing assets that provide long-term stable growth for the company and its partners. He values long-term relationships based on trust and loyalty and is committed to delivering exceptional results for DML Capital’s clients.
In his downtime, Anil enjoys traveling to discover new cultures and experiences, gaining valuable perspective and inspiration. He is an avid skier and loves hitting the slopes whenever he can.
Anil lives in West University with his wife and dog. As a Houston native, he finds contributing to the city’s evolution fulfilling by developing real estate properties in his hometown.
Saleem Lakhani
Saleem Lakhani, CPA, is a successful entrepreneur, co-founder of DML Capital, and founder and managing member of Saleem Lakhani CPA PLLC. With over 15 years of experience in the real estate and accounting industries, he has established himself as a leading expert in these fields.
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As a co-founder of DML Capital, Saleem has played a pivotal role in driving the success of the company, positioning it as one of the most respected and successful real estate development firms in the region. His leadership and strategic vision have been instrumental in overseeing a wide range of projects, from commercial properties to mixed-use developments, and navigating complex deal structures.
Saleem has a special appreciation for Houston as he received his Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Accounting from the University of Houston and continues expanding his field knowledge and expertise. Before founding DML Capital and Saleem Lakhani CPA PLLC, Saleem worked for leading public accounting firms Arthur Andersen and Grant Thornton, where he gained valuable experience in auditing, accounting, and financial reporting.
At Saleem Lakhani CPA PLLC, he provides expert financial and accounting advice to clients across various industries, leveraging his deep understanding of tax law, financial reporting, and accounting to help businesses achieve financial success. He is a licensed CPA passionate about delivering exceptional service to his clients.
The synergy among our team members creates a nurturing environment that encourages collaboration, fosters innovation, and fuels growth.
Our
Approach
DML Capital’s approach to investing and working with clients is simple, efficient, and effective. We utilize our extensive project experience across various product types to identify and execute unique real estate opportunities.
Our focus on comprehensive market analysis, strategic investments, and detailed planning creates a synergistic blend that fuels the success of our projects.
Additionally, we prioritize turning failed management into positive cash-flowing assets, providing long-term stable growth for the company and our partners.
By choosing to partner with DML Capital, clients benefit from our commitment to delivering exceptional results, our long-standing industry relationships, and an unparalleled understanding of the Texas Real Estate market.
