tpg re finance trust, inc., a commercial real estate finance company, originates, acquires, and manages commercial mortgage loans and other commercial real estate-related debt instruments in north america. it invests in commercial mortgage loans; subordinate mortgage interests, mezzanine loans, secured real estate securities, note financing, preferred equity, and miscellaneous debt instruments; and commercial real estate collateralized loan obligations and commercial mortgage-backed securities secured by properties primarily in the office, mixed use, multifamily, industrial, retail, and hospitality real estate sectors. the company qualifies as a real estate investment trust for federal income tax purposes. it generally would not be subject to federal corporate income taxes if it distributes at least 90% of its taxable income to its stockholders. tpg re finance trust, inc. was founded in 2014 and is based in new york, new york.