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Your Trusted Commercial Real Estate Partner in Farmington Hills
Thomas Duke has been a trusted leader in commercial real estate for over 40 years, serving Southeast Michigan with expertise rooted in five generations of family experience. Our collaborative team approach ensures clients benefit from personalized service combined with the resources of a global firm. We specialize in brokerage and property management, leveraging a sophisticated database and deep market knowledge to deliver tailored solutions. Our commitment to innovation and client relationships has established us as regional experts in commercial real estate.We prioritize strategic partnerships and technological advancements to meet evolving client needs. Our teams extensive transaction history and dedication to value-added services underscore our reputation as a regional leader. By balancing personalized attention with industry-leading expertise, we empower clients to achieve their real estate goals efficiently and effectively.
Services
Commercial Real Estate Brokerage
Property Management
Land Brokerage
Strategic Planning
Tenant Retention Programs
Industrial Property Sales
Retail Space Leasing
Office Portfolio Management
Multi-Family Investment Services
Construction Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer five generations of commercial real estate experience.
- Our collaborative team approach ensures faster client success.
- We utilize a sophisticated database for precise market matching.
- Award-winning property management expertise with national reach.
- Regional experts in Southeast Michigan commercial real estate markets.
Services
Commercial Real Estate Brokerage
Our brokerage services specialize in commercial property transactions, offering expertise in buying, selling, and leasing. With a 40-year regional presence and a database of 50,000+ properties, we match clients with opportunities tailored to their needs. Our teams deep market insights ensure competitive advantages for investors and tenants.
Property Management
We provide full-service property management, including maintenance, financial planning, and tenant retention programs. Our award-winning team manages over 13 million square feet nationally, focusing on maximizing ROI through customized strategies and innovative technology solutions for commercial assets.
Land Brokerage
Our land brokerage division specializes in marketing and transacting vacant land with over 100 years of combined expertise. We balance developer, owner, and user needs to facilitate sales, acquisitions, and development projects across Southeast Michigans evolving real estate landscape.
Strategic Property Planning
We develop tailored management and growth strategies by analyzing market trends, property conditions, and financial metrics. Our data-driven approach ensures alignment with owner goals, enhancing asset value through optimized operational and financial frameworks.
Tenant Retention Programs
Our programs focus on improving tenant satisfaction through proactive communication and facility enhancements. By addressing maintenance needs and market-driven lease terms, we increase retention rates and long-term occupancy stability for commercial properties.
People
John Bridges
Director of Management Solutions
CPM-certified expert with 20+ years managing 13.9 million sq ft nationally. Develops customized strategies balancing income potential with expenses, focusing on organizational and financial optimization for commercial assets.
Thomas A. Duke
Senior Partner
Fourth-generation leader with CCIM designation, driving regional brokerage operations. Combines family legacy since 1880 with modern market analysis to deliver strategic real estate solutions for Southeast Michigan clients.
Mark W. Szerlag
Senior Partner
CCIM-certified specialist in property sales and investment analysis. Leverages direct marketing expertise to provide systematic solutions for user, investment, and land transactions across diverse commercial real estate sectors.
Steve Valli
Partner
Completed 500+ transactions totaling $500M, focusing on industrial and office portfolio management. Brings analytical rigor to complex deals, ensuring alignment with client investment objectives and market trends.
James Porth
Partner
Student housing specialist managing $100M+ in Washtenaw County transactions. Expert in multi-family investments and mixed-use developments, combining local market knowledge with national investment strategies.
Questions
What commercial real estate services do you offer?
We provide brokerage services for buying/selling/leasing properties, land transactions, property management, strategic planning, and tenant retention programs across Southeast Michigan.
How does your firm differ from other real estate companies?
We combine five generations of local expertise with global resources, using collaborative teams and a proprietary 50,000+ property database to deliver faster, more precise client solutions.
Do you manage properties outside Southeast Michigan?
While our focus is Southeast Michigan, our team manages over 13 million sq ft nationally, including high-rise offices, retail centers, and industrial facilities across the United States.
How do you handle property emergencies?
We offer 24/7 maintenance services through DukeFix.com, with emergency response available via 844-DUKE-FIX for urgent property issues requiring immediate attention.
Can you assist with creative financing strategies?
Our team facilitates creative financing solutions, as demonstrated in a $1.9M sale where we identified an occupant as a potential buyer through strategic market analysis.
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