About Us

We Are SIG

Investments.
Integrity.
Innovation.

Our results and track record speak for themselves. Our unique approach to real estate is the reason we’re able to perform time and time again for our clients. 

  • 10
    Office Locations
  • $10B
    In Sales To Date
  • 110
    Brokers
  • $1.5B
    In Active Inventory
  • 5,350+
    Transactions Nationwide
What We Believe

Win-Win or No Deal

SIG was founded on doing the right thing. If a deal or transaction isn’t in the best interest of our client, we advise them to not do it. We believe real estate is a relationships business — with every deal we’re transforming lives and legacies. Our clients trust us to help them make decisions that impact future generations. We don’t take that lightly.

The SIG Advantage

Our focus on client-first service, coupled with our experience, proprietary systems, and market knowledge, makes us the best choice for commercial investment needs.

Product-Type Specialization

We call our brokers advisors for a reason. SIG was the first to offer true sub-product type specialization. The incredible depth of experience across our areas of focus means we bring unmatched knowledge and skill to every transaction.

Our Areas of Focus

1031 Exchange Buyer Network

Our experience executing a high volume of 1031 exchanges has built a deep, active network of motivated buyers. This market synergy gives our clients greater certainty in completing their exchanges — and our proven track record backs it up.

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Broker Cooperation

One company, one team, one focus. Our culture of collaboration is unique in the industry and so is our shared database of contacts. At SIG, every broker can deliver access to a readily waiting audience of buyers.

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Industry-Wide Recognition

The industry knows our clients are in good hands. Our brokers and firm have been recognized by Crexi, CoStar, the Real Estate Forum, and National Real Estate Investor for our influence, sales, growth, and vision. We’re proud to have been named to the Inc. 5000 four years in a row.

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Leadership

Founder & CEO Chris Sands

Chris Sands formed Sands Investment Group in 2009 with the vision to provide clients with an unprecedented level of service in the industry. The result is one of the fastest growing and most successful firms in the country with advisors that are among the most distinguished and sought after in commercial real estate.

Our History

20+ Years of Results

2024

Market Expansion

SIG opens offices in downtown Chicago, IL, Nashville, TN, and our new headquarters office in Charleston, SC, reaching a total of ten offices.

2023

Capital Markets Division

SIG launches its Multi-Family and Capital Markets Division. We are listed on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies for the fourth consecutive year.

2020 - 2022

Growth & Recognition

SIG earns a spot on the Inc. 5000 List three years in a row, expands to Ft. Lauderdale, FL, and receives top industry honors, including CoStar Power Broker, Real Estate Forum Influencers in Net Lease, and Connect Media Top Broker. SIGives surpasses $1 million in charitable donations

2019

2 New Offices

SIG opens 2 new locations in: Charlotte, NC and Philadelphia, PA. Liz Sands named among Connect Media’s 2019 Women in Real Estate. Office & Medical Office Team launches.

2016 - 2018

National Recognition

SIG earns recognition as one of Real Estate Forum’s Fastest Growing Companies, a distinction we achieve for two consecutive years. Chris Sands is named one of CPE’s Top 10 Under 40 Stars to Watch in 2016. We celebrate 900 closed transactions and continue our momentum with multiple industry accolades, including CoStar Power Broker awards for Top Sales Firm and a Top Broker Award from National Real Estate Investor (NREI). SIG is also ranked as the second fastest-growing company in South Carolina.

2014 - 2015

The Start of Expansion

Andrew Ackerman, formerly of Stan Johnson Company, joins SIG to lead the new Atlanta, GA office. Max Freedman, one of SIG’s first hires, establishes the SIG Austin, TX office. SIG surpasses 625 transactions and $2.15 billion in sales across 45 states.

2012 - 2013

Delivering Results

SIG reaches $1 billion in closed transactions and expands to 10 agents in our Santa Monica, CA office. A landmark deal — the VONS Grocery sale at a 2.5% CAP in Santa Monica — solidifies our reputation as a leader in the net lease space. As part of our East Coast expansion, SIG founders Chris and Liz Sands, along with their family, relocate to establish the SIG Charleston, SC office.

2009 - 2011

The Beginning

Chris Sands leaves Marcus & Millichap to establish Sands Investment Group with Liz Sands, opening SIG’s first office in Santa Monica, CA. In its first year, SIG closed $100 million in sales, grew to five agents, and introduced product-type sub-sector specialization.

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We Believe in Giving Back

There’s a big world beyond the real estate bubble and we believe that with success comes responsibility. We donate a percentage of our revenue to organizations that work to improve the lives of others — and give our time as a team too.

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SIG is one of the fastest growing investment sales firms in the country. Come see what it’s like to work at a brokerage where culture comes first.