Property Types Retail Restaurants

Restaurants

$150M
In Active Inventory
$2.06B
In Restaurant Closings
1,130
Total Restaurant Transactions

Proven Expertise in Restaurant Real Estate

Our Restaurant Team isn’t just specialized and experienced — we’re true partners to our clients. With a deep understanding of who’s investing, who’s innovating, and where the industry is headed, the team brings a holistic approach to every portfolio. Together, we craft long-term strategies for success in an ever-evolving market. 

Existing Real Estate Assets

Our specialized Restaurant Team understands the niche in depth. Using proprietary data and demographic insights, the SIG team analyzes business locations with precision, identifying key trade areas to maximize potential. This combination of expertise and data-driven decision-making ensures every move is strategic and impactful.

One-Stop Shop for Restaurant Real Estate

From ground-up financing to turnkey build-to-suit projects, the SIG Restaurant Team collaborates with restaurant companies and franchisees across the nation. We’re in touch with operators from major chains and local restaurants alike — and are continuously uncovering opportunities for our clients. 

Operator Advisory Services

Our team of analysts collaborates closely with operators to understand and accomplish their unique goals. We leverage our deep market knowledge, experience, and real-time insights to assess each portfolio and create a strategic plan. From negotiating with landlords to crafting expansion strategies, we work alongside operators to ensure they’re equipped to make timely and effective decisions.

Build-to-Suit Development

When it comes to development, SIG offers a fully vetted network of architects, contractors, and industry professionals. This network is a powerful resource for securing land, building new locations, or remodeling existing properties. The team expertly navigates federal, state, and local regulations, including health department requirements, every step of the way.

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Why We Are Excited About the QSR Real Estate Market Today

“These investments are uniquely positioned to maximize yield and offer long-term security for years to come.”

Will Schuhmacher | SIG QSR Advisor

QSR Market Report

QSR is a very dependable, reliable segment to invest in. In addition to the sector’s resilience and adaptability, it has several other favorable characteristics: long-term leases, a steady and consistent revenue stream, and tax advantages through 1031 exchanges.

SIG Experts

Our Restaurant Team

“Doug Roland facilitated the sale of my income-producing property and was able to produce a highly qualified buyer in a very short period. The SIG team achieved a record-setting low cap rate for our market and I was extremely pleased with the buyer their process produced.”

Michael G. White | Starbucks Seller
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“It is rare to find people who it is a pleasure to deal with, are professionals who know the market, perform and are extremely helpful throughout the process. Sands Investment Group, and especially Max Freedman and Will Schuhmacher were all of the above.”

Neil S. Silver | Dawda, Mann, Mulcahy & Sadler, PLC
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“Working with Sands Investment Group has been a breeze. We were able to presale a ground lease store that was under construction at an extremely competitive CAP rate. They were also able to negotiate in a favorable closing timeline to assist with our tax implications.”

Coy Haynes | Seller
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“Thank you Max Freedman for all your help in bringing our 1031 exchange process to a successful close. As first timers, we began this journey with no idea of what was involved.  Fortunately we had your experience and perseverance to rely upon.”

Sharon & Gene Grigsby | 1031 Investor
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“SIG provides a team of personable and professional brokers that we feel is part of our team and they are always looking out for our best interest. As a franchisee/store operator, I would recommend them to anyone looking to do a sale leaseback transaction.”

 

Todd Scott | Managing Partner, BCU
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“I want to commend John Mansour and Kyle Kozora for their expertise in helping me navigate the process of searching for, negotiating, inspecting, and purchasing another NNN property for my inventory. Your team managed the quicker turnaround and tight deadlines exceptionally well.”

Jacob Notowitz | 7 Brew, Eau Claire, WI
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“We chose SIG to handle our transaction because of their strong market presence and the high volume of listings and repeat customers they attract—many of whom are potential buyers for our real estate. Despite being a large firm, the team we worked with provided a boutique experience, prioritizing customer service. Will Schumacher and his team helped us achieve our goals by listing and selling our property quickly, offering insights into market trends, and advising on the optimal listing price.”

Brooks Thompson | HTeaO - Pecos, TX
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