
Our Story
Where Industry
Built Legacy
Silk City is the historical nickname for Paterson, New Jersey—a city that once powered America’s Industrial Revolution.
The Great Falls of the Passaic River fueled an era of innovation, ambition, and extraordinary wealth creation. Paterson became the nation’s silk manufacturing capital, drawing entrepreneurs and builders who saw possibility where others saw only raw power.
Today, Paterson and the surrounding Northern New Jersey markets are experiencing a remarkable renaissance. As a firm deeply rooted in this community, we see what outside investors cannot: the convergence of demographic shifts, infrastructure investment, and cultural revitalization creating generational investment opportunities.
Our name reflects both our geographic focus and our philosophy—like the finest silk, our approach weaves together strength, sophistication, and enduring quality.

77 Park Ave, Paterson NJ—a completed value-add repositioning.
Markets We Know
Paterson
Core Market
Deep operational roots and the largest active pipeline
Hackensack
Growth Market
Expanding footprint in Bergen County's county seat
Newark
Stabilized
Cash-flowing assets in New Jersey's largest city
Fort Lee
Value-Add
Premium repositioning near the George Washington Bridge



What Drives Us
Conviction Over Diversification
We believe deep knowledge of select markets outperforms broad, shallow diversification.
Operational Excellence
We don't just acquire assets. We transform them through hands-on management.
Transparency & Trust
Quarterly reporting, open communication, and meaningful co-investment in every deal.
Community Impact
We create high-quality housing that revitalizes neighborhoods while delivering superior returns.
Leadership

Surf Dinani
Founder & CEO
Seasoned business leader and real estate investment expert with over two decades of experience. Has managed the development and management of over $1.5 billion in real estate investment properties and over 1,000 properties across the United States. Expert at structuring complex transactions with a variety of equity, debt, and specialty financing.

Charles Florio
CEO, Ania Management
Renowned for his hands-on approach to property management and community redevelopment. Charles has successfully revitalized thousands of units, driving value through operational excellence.