Luxury Residence Fund Ends 2010 on High Note, Looks Forward to Another Successful Year Ahead

Equity Estates www.equityestatesfund.com, the country’s first and fastest growing Luxury Residence Fund™ and the only true equity based model in the second home alternative market, announced today that the fund grew by over 50 percent in 2010 for the third consecutive year—confirming their smart and fun investment model that collectively pools investment dollars to acquire a portfolio of multi-million dollar vacation homes for family friendly vacation experiences.

“Our success in 2010, a perilous year for many in this industry, is a testament to our unique model and our commitment to creating outstanding vacation experiences,” said Adam Capes, co-founder of Equity Estates. “With the fourth quarter success and pipeline of high net worth families we have built relationships with, we have great hopes for our success in 2011 both in terms of owner membership growth as well as additions to our portfolio of destinations and residences.”

Equity Estates added four new properties to its portfolio in 2010 including Anguilla; Snowmass, Colo.; Costa Rica; and Scottsdale, Ariz. They also invested in a spectacular property in Paris. The company plans to add 10 new residences to their portfolio in 2011, beginning with a six-bedroom stunner in Kapalua, Maui.

Current accredited investors have indicated it is a great time to become an Equity Estates owner member as membership interest capital contributions will likely go up in 2011. Currently, an Elite Membership Interest requires a $375,000 capital contribution with annual dues of $16,500 for 30 nights of usage, while the capital contribution for an Executive Membership Interest with 15 nights of usage is $210,000 with annual dues of $9,250.

“Our growth this past year shows that our unique luxury residence fund model really resonates with individuals and families who want an unparalleled vacation experience with a sound investment opportunity, even in a market that is still recovering,” said Philip Mekelburg, co-founder of Equity Estates. “We are driven to deliver even more to our owner members in 2011.”

About Equity Estates
Equity Estates is a Luxury Residence Fund™ designed to offer spectacular vacations in addition to a real estate investment opportunity. Membership is structured as an equity interest in a fund that owns vacation homes and offers use of the fund’s residences, in addition to sharing in potential appreciation when the homes are sold. Strict guidelines, financial and full audit transparency, strong management and a commitment to service are hallmarks of this fast-growing company. Founded by managing members wanting to offer all the benefits of second home ownership with none of the hassles, Equity Estates is the smartest way to own and enjoy luxury vacation homes around the world. For more information visit www.equityestatesfund.com or call (800) 413-3340. For media inquiries, please contact Alana Morris at Alana@vocapr.com or (303) 962.9163.

This information is not an offer to sell a security, nor a solicitation of an offer to buy a security. Offers and sales of interests in Equity Estates Fund I, LLC will be made only through their Confidential Private Placement Memorandum to accredited investors.