Business Details
37 Years
experience
Kansas City Commercial Real Estate Solutions
Francis & Company Commercial Realtors & Company Commercial Realtors has been a trusted name in Kansas City's commercial real estate market for over three decades. Founded by Scott D. Francis & Company Commercial Realtors & Company Commercial Realtors in 1989, our firm combines deep local expertise with a comprehensive approach to real estate investment, brokerage, and development. We specialize in representing landlords, sellers, buyers, and investors across diverse property types, including industrial, retail, office, and multifamily assets. Our team's extensive experience in navigating complex transactionsfrom foreclosure properties to national tenant developmentsensures clients receive strategic, data-driven solutions. Holding active real estate licenses in Missouri and Kansas, we maintain a strong commitment to professional excellence through affiliations with industry organizations and continuous market analysis. Our client-centric philosophy prioritizes transparency, timely communication, and tailored service, as evidenced by our track record of successful transactions and long-term relationships.With a focus on adapting to evolving market dynamics like hybrid workspaces and e-commerce growth, we position clients to capitalize on emerging opportunities. Our leadership team's combined decades of experience in property redevelopment, zoning, and capital investment provides unique insights into maximizing asset value. Whether facilitating quick cash purchases or crafting long-term investment strategies, we emphasize practical, results-oriented approaches that align with individual client goals. This dedication to actionable expertise and personalized service has solidified our reputation as a leading commercial real estate partner in the Midwest.
Services
Commercial Real Estate Brokerage
Property Investment
Development Consulting
Cash Property Purchases
Market Analysis
Transaction Management
Zoning Consultation
Portfolio Strategy
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of Kansas City commercial real estate expertise across property types.
- Our team holds active Missouri and Kansas real estate broker licenses with national networks.
- We specialize in cash purchases for distressed or inherited properties with quick closings.
- Our redevelopment experience maximizes asset value for national and local tenants.
- We provide data-driven strategies for navigating complex market conditions like lending squeezes.
What people say
Thoroughly and professionally
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Services
Commercial Real Estate Brokerage
We represent clients in commercial real estate transactions across industrial, retail, office, and multifamily properties. Our brokerage services include property marketing, buyer/seller representation, and lease negotiations. With deep local market knowledge and national industry connections, we secure optimal terms for clients through data-driven strategies tailored to current market conditions like lending constraints and hybrid workspace demands.
Property Investment
We acquire commercial properties for cash with quick closings, specializing in distressed or inherited assets. Our investment approach focuses on value-add opportunities through redevelopment and market positioning. By analyzing trends in e-commerce growth and office space evolution, we identify properties with strong potential for appreciation and income generation in Kansas City's evolving commercial landscape.
Development Consulting
Our development expertise spans zoning approvals, permitting, and construction management for commercial properties. We advise on adaptive reuse projects and new developments aligned with market demands, including industrial warehouse conversions for e-commerce fulfillment centers. With experience serving both local businesses and national tenants, we optimize land use and property functionality to maximize investment returns.
Market Analysis
We provide strategic market insights to help clients navigate commercial real estate challenges like rising interest rates and shifting property demands. Our analysis covers industrial market trends, office space utilization patterns, and retail sector recovery post-pandemic. This data informs investment decisions, portfolio strategies, and positioning for emerging opportunities in Kansas City's commercial real estate market.
Transaction Management
We manage complex commercial transactions involving foreclosures, trusts, and bank-owned properties. Our services include due diligence coordination, contract negotiation, and closing facilitation for both performing and non-performing assets. With expertise in handling distressed properties and investment portfolios, we ensure smooth transactions while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and client-specific objectives.
People
Scott D Francis
Founder
Scott D Francis & Company Commercial Realtors & Company Commercial Realtors founded Francis & Company Commercial Realtors & Company Commercial Realtors after starting in real estate investment in 1989. He holds Missouri and Kansas real estate broker licenses and has developed properties for national and local tenants. With a background in property redevelopment and commercial database analysis, he provides strategic expertise to clients.
Joan D Francis
Co-Founder
Joan D Francis & Company Commercial Realtors & Company Commercial Realtors brings extensive commercial real estate experience as a licensed broker in Missouri and Kansas. She previously operated JD Forster Company Commercial Real Estate and contributes expertise in zoning, permitting, and construction project management. Her background includes retail brokerage and appraisal designations from national industry organizations.
Questions
What commercial real estate services do you offer?
We provide brokerage, investment, development consulting, and transaction management services for industrial, retail, office, and multifamily properties in Kansas City.
Do you buy properties for cash?
Yes, we purchase distressed, inherited, or investment properties with cash and quick closings across Kansas City's commercial real estate market.
How do you handle complex real estate transactions?
We manage foreclosure properties, trust assets, and bank-owned properties with expertise in both performing and non-performing asset transactions.
What markets do you specialize in?
We focus on Kansas City's industrial, retail, office, and multifamily sectors, adapting strategies to current conditions like lending constraints and hybrid workspace trends.
How can you help with property redevelopment?
Our team provides zoning consultation, permitting assistance, and redevelopment strategies to maximize asset value for national tenants and local businesses.
