Frequently Asked Questions
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Tenant representation is an agency relationship between a broker and their client. It means the broker exclusively represent the interests of tenants throughout the leasing process. From identifying suitable space to negotiating final lease terms. In a complex and high-cost market like the Bay Area, having a dedicated advocate ensures you’re securing the best terms, avoiding hidden risks, and making strategic long-term decisions. Best of all, tenant representation is free for the tenant—our fees are paid by the landlord as part of the lease transaction, so you get our expert guidance at no cost! Do you want to represent yourself, or would you rather use an expert?
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We offer a full range of commercial real estate services throughout the Bay Area, including tenant and landlord representation, investment acquisitions and dispositions, site selection, leasing strategy, and development advisory. While we have extensive experience in the office sector, we also work across a variety of property types depending on our clients’ needs and goals.
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The Bay Area commercial market is rapidly evolving, influenced by shifting workplace trends, demand fluctuations, and changing regulations. We combine local market knowledge with transaction experience to help clients navigate opportunities and risks. Our deep understanding of the nuances within each submarket—such as tenant preferences, pricing variations, and development potential—allows us to provide tailored advice and identify the best opportunities. Whether you're leasing space, acquiring a property, or exploring development or conversion options, our team offers the insight and relationships needed to move with confidence.
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We support clients locally, nationally and globally!
Our strong partnerships with trusted brokerages across the country and around the world enables us to support clients with multi-market needs and seamless transactions beyond the Bay Area.
With deep expertise in San Francisco’s diverse submarkets -from SOMA and Jackson Square to the North Bay, Silicon Valley and East Bay. Our local knowledge ensures we understand the unique opportunities and challenges each neighborhood presents.
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We help buyers identify and evaluate properties that align with their investment or operational strategies. For example, in recent years, many tech and AI companies have opted to purchase smaller Class B and C office buildings to convert them into single-tenant headquarters—a move that offers greater control, long-term stability, and branding potential. We guide clients through the process of sourcing and underwriting to acquisition and repositioning.
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Yes! We assist developers, owner-users, and investors with the full lifecycle of development — including site acquisition, feasibility studies, entitlement strategy, architectural planning, and go-to-market leasing or disposition. In today’s evolving market, we also advise on office-to-residential conversions, which are gaining traction in municipalities looking to address housing shortages. Our team understands the zoning, building code, and political considerations involved in re-purposing office assets for residential use, especially in cities like San Francisco and Oakland where underutilised office stock presents unique redevelopment opportunities.
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Absolutely! We have an extensive network of attorneys, contractors, insurance providers, consultants. If you tell us what you need and your budget, we can connect you to the right person!