James Rea serves as the Senior Director at Franklin Street, where he leverages his extensive expertise in commercial real estate to drive significant value for clients in the senior housing, healthcare, and retail sectors. With a persistent sales approach and a proven track record as...
James Rea serves as the Senior Director at Franklin Street, where he leverages his extensive expertise in commercial real estate to drive significant value for clients in the senior housing, healthcare, and retail sectors. With a persistent sales approach and a proven track record as a top producer, James excels in representing buyers and sellers in 1031 net lease investment sales across single-tenant retail, medical office, and industrial properties nationwide. His strong work ethic and established relationship-building skills enable him to forge lasting connections with clients, ensuring their investment goals are met with precision and care.
At Franklin Street, James is deeply involved in key projects that include conducting sale-leaseback analyses for real estate owner-operators seeking to optimize their capital structure or transition out of their businesses. His proficiency in lease negotiations is invaluable for landlords with expiring leases or those looking to enhance their portfolio through strategic acquisitions. James’s expertise extends to private placements, DSTs, and non-traded REITs, where he provides insightful investor and advisor presentations that highlight current investment trends and opportunities.
In addition to his transactional acumen, James is passionate about teaching and training, sharing his knowledge of commercial real estate analysis, valuation, and 1031 exchanges with emerging professionals in the field. His commitment to continuous learning and development not only enriches his own practice but also elevates the capabilities of those around him, making him a pivotal figure in Franklin Street's mission to deliver exceptional real estate solutions.
