Strategic Site
Selection and
Acquisition

Data-Driven. Local. Innovative.

Expand Into Fast-Growing Markets
Reduce Acquisition Costs
Increase Strategic Positioning

We work with national and regional businesses to identify and acquire the best available locations in a target trade area

Auto Retail and Repair

Bank and Finance

Clothing, Apparel, and Footwear

Consumer Electronics

Education and Daycare

Fuel Retail and Convenience

General Store

Grocery, Wine, and Liquor

Health, Fitness, and Personal Care

Home Improvement

Medical and Dental

Restaurant

Wholesale, Discount, and Flex

Utilities and Shipping

Our proven process lays the foundation
for strong economic growth and
expansion

Discovery Site Selection Pre-Offer Research Offer And Negotiation Due Dilligence Closing

Discovery

Each acquisition assignment begins with a detailed needs assessment. Our team reviews your business model, company culture, and customer profile to better understand your real estate objectives. We confirm your square footage requirements, zoning requirements, standard site plans, acquisition pricing, and preferred deal structure.

We outline how to execute your growth strategy before beginning the site selection process.

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Site Selection

We take an exhaustive approach combining technology with acquisition advisors on the ground to identify every site that meets your real estate requirements in a target trade area. We take into consideration the following when building out a target acquisition list:

The right cotenant mix or other area draw factors
Traffic volumes, patterns, and correct traffic flow direction
Good visibility and ease of access
Real estate use matches if considering an existing building, or zoning requirements allow new construction
Site financials (cost of construction, cost of rent) meet financial objectives

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Pre-Offer Research

Once a target site is identified we do more detailed research and analysis into the surrounding area before making an offer. This includes:

Basic financial analysis and modeling
A review of all on-market listings
A review of recent sales activity and transaction details
Pending developments
Changes in zoning
Employment growth and other economic drivers.

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Offer And Negotiation

We work with you to develop an offer price and terms based on market conditions that align with your real estate objectives. We help oversee the negotiation and strategize with you throughout the process.

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Due Dilligence

We work with your existing team to gather relevant information during the due diligence process as well as make recommendations of local experts to assist with permitting, entitlements, and zoning including:

Land Use Attorneys
Architects
Lobbyists
Environmental
Engineers

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Closing

We work with you to close and assist with troubleshooting any aspects of the transaction. As we transition from closing we can provide development services to support the next phase of the project.

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FAQ's about Retail Site Acquisition

In which markets do you provide retail acquisition and site selection services?: We offer full-service acquisition brokerage services in Florida, Mississippi, and Louisiana. We offer retail site selection advisory services throughout the Gulf South and US.
What is different from working with you and a local commercial broker?: We specialize in retail acquisition including land, existing structures, and re-zoning for re-development. Our process has been tested with national credit users and a wide range of concepts from QSR to fuel and entertainment venues. We are experienced operators so we understand the transaction from an asset management perspective beyond that of a traditional broker.
What tools do you use to identify sites?: We use a wide range of GIS tools and industry databases along with our internal database of property owners, asset managers, brokers and developers. We also have agents on the ground working within the trade area to understand the physical nature and positioning of real estate.

Testimonials

Scott Rheams Director of Development, Hix Snedeker

I’ve completed multiple transactions over the years with The Foundation Group. During this time, they led an acquisition program for one of our top corporate clients and have consistently exceeded expectations, enabling my team to reach our goals year over year.

Jason Stern Vice President, Stern Development logo

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