I Watched a “Perfect” Retail Deal Fall Apart After PSA: Here’s What Actually Killed It
There is a common assumption in net lease real estate that once a deal is under contract, the hard part is over. The asset is “sold,” the buyer is in place, and the path to closing is just a matter of paperwork and timing. Anyone who has spent time in investment sales knows that assumption […]
The Death of the “Easy” NNN Deal: Why Net Lease Pricing Is Getting Misunderstood in 2026
For a long time, net lease investing was considered the most straightforward corner of commercial real estate. A tenant signs a long-term lease, covers taxes, insurance, and maintenance, and investors collect a predictable income stream. On the surface, it looks simple. That simplicity is exactly why so many capital sources are now mispricing risk in […]
Executing a Tight Net Lease Execution: 515 S. Henderson St., Fort Worth, Texas
Structuring the Transaction Story Every net lease sale has two layers: the deal itself and the execution behind it. The recent sale of the Jack in the Box at 515 S. Henderson Street in Fort Worth, Texas reflects both. On the surface, it is a straightforward single-tenant NNN fast-food asset. Underneath, it is a tightly […]
Positioning a Trophy NNN Restaurant Asset: 87 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard, Illinois
Building the Foundation of the Offering Bringing a high-quality net lease asset to market is never just about listing a property. It is about building a clear investment narrative that connects credit, lease structure, location, and capital markets demand into one cohesive story. The process behind 87 Yorktown Shopping Center in Lombard, Illinois demonstrates how […]
Pine Village Shopping Center: A Strategic Neighborhood Retail Acquisition in Nacogdoches, Texas
I recently had the privilege of exclusively representing the buyer in the acquisition of Pine Village Shopping Center, a 43,332-square-foot neighborhood retail property located at 1000 North Street in Nacogdoches, Texas. Positioned along a primary commercial corridor, this asset exemplifies the appeal of grocery-anchored retail centers in regional markets and highlights the value of detailed […]
Strategic Acquisition of a Single-Tenant NNN Retail Asset in Deer Park, Illinois
In a recent transaction, I had the privilege of exclusively representing the buyer in the acquisition of a single-tenant absolute NNN retail asset located at 20560 N. Rand Road in Deer Park, Illinois. This property exemplifies the strategic value of stabilized net lease investments in high-performing suburban retail markets. Situated as an outparcel to Deer […]
Pearle Vision: A Strategic Absolute NNN Sale in Fort Worth, Texas
In 2023, I had the privilege of exclusively representing the seller in the disposition of a single-tenant Pearle Vision property located at 309 S. Oakland Boulevard in Fort Worth, Texas. This asset exemplifies the appeal of stabilized net lease investments in well-trafficked retail corridors and highlights the value of strategic representation in achieving successful transactions. […]
Hemphill Crossing: A Strategic Retail Investment Sale in Fort Worth, Texas
In 2023, I had the privilege of serving as the exclusive listing agent for the sale of Hemphill Crossing, a 39,605-square-foot neighborhood retail center situated at 504–614 W. Rosedale Street in Fort Worth, Texas. Located within Fort Worth’s Hospital District and adjacent to the Magnolia Village corridor, this property represents a premier example of an […]
Pearl Capital Completed Acquisition of Faith Village Shopping Center
As a commercial real estate professional, few experiences were as exciting as executing a strategic acquisition that aligned with a clear investment thesis. That was the case with Pearl Capital’s purchase of Faith Village Shopping Center, a 43,736 square foot neighborhood retail property in Wichita Falls, Texas. This acquisition marked Pearl’s first investment as a […]
Navigating a Complex Multi-Tenant Office Sale
As a commercial real estate professional, few experiences are as rewarding as successfully executing a complex transaction that challenges every aspect of your expertise. That was certainly the case with my recent sale of Eagle Ranch Office Park, a multi-tenant office property in Fort Worth, Texas. Representing the seller exclusively, I was tasked with navigating […]