Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Retail Real Estate Services in Pepper Pike, OH
Founded in 2001, our firm has established itself as a premier real estate services provider dedicated exclusively to national retail tenants. Our team of seasoned professionals combines deep industry expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver strategic real estate solutions that maximize client value. We specialize in acquisition, disposition, store relocation, and site selection services across multiple regions, leveraging our extensive market knowledge and proprietary analytics tools. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our long-standing relationships with major retail brands and our membership in the X Team Retail Advisors network.We prioritize client success over corporate extravagance, reinvesting resources into technologies like Geographic Information Systems and aerial imagery to enhance decision-making. With decades of collective experience in legal, financial, and development aspects of real estate, we provide tailored strategies that address both immediate needs and long-term objectives. Our national reach combined with boutique-level service ensures clients receive unparalleled expertise and market insights. We measure success through the measurable improvements we deliver to our clients' real estate portfolios and operational efficiencies.
Services
Tenant Representation
Site Selection
Real Estate Development
Lease Negotiation
Market Evaluation
Surplus Property Disposition
Corporate Real Estate Outsourcing
Geographic Information Systems
Aerial Imagery Analysis
Retail Location Strategy
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We exclusively represent national retail tenants with specialized expertise
- Our in-house GIS and analytics tools enable data-driven real estate decisions
- Team members have 18-31 years of commercial real estate experience
- Nationwide reach through X Team Retail Advisors network membership
- We focus resources on client value rather than corporate overhead
Services
Tenant Representation
We specialize in representing national retail tenants for all real estate needs. Our services include new store development, lease negotiation, and property disposition. With exclusive focus on tenant representation, we help retailers optimize their real estate portfolios through strategic site selection and market analysis. Our team's extensive experience ensures clients receive favorable lease terms and optimal locations.
Geographic Information Systems
Our GIS services utilize advanced mapping technology for precise site selection. We create customized trade areas and demographic reports using ESRI's ArcGIS and Regis SitesUSA software. This enables clients to make data-driven decisions about retail locations with detailed insights on competition, traffic patterns, and market demographics for strategic expansion planning.
Surplus Property Disposition
We manage comprehensive disposition services for surplus retail properties. Our expertise includes property sales, lease assignments, and termination negotiations. With specialized knowledge of fast-paced real estate markets, we maximize value recovery for clients through strategic exit strategies and market-specific solutions tailored to each property's unique circumstances.
Market Research
Our market research services provide critical insights for real estate decisions. We maintain proprietary databases tracking retailers nationwide and subscribe to leading data sources like LoopNet and Costar. Our analysts monitor industry trends and provide real-time market intelligence to support strategic planning and competitive positioning for retail expansion initiatives.
Corporate Real Estate Outsourcing
We offer full-service outsourcing solutions for corporate real estate departments. Our services cover strategic planning, site selection, lease administration, and portfolio management. By leveraging our expertise and technology, retailers reduce operational costs while gaining access to specialized market knowledge and execution capabilities across all phases of real estate activity.
People
Matthew Stiller
GIS Administrator
Manages Terra National's GIS systems and develops custom code solutions. Maintains critical databases supporting real estate decision-making while handling daily IT operations since joining the team in 2021.
Rob Solganik
Principal
27-year real estate veteran and co-founder specializing in client relationship management. Focuses on executing strategic real estate plans for national retailers while maintaining high service standards across all client engagements.
Jack Barson
Principal
Co-founder with 31 years of industry experience. Specializes in disposition services and lease restructuring while serving as strategic partner to Terra National's major clients across their real estate portfolios.
Matt Hershey
Senior Vice President
18-year commercial real estate professional with expertise in both tenant and landlord representation nationwide. Provides strategic guidance on retail location development and lease negotiations across multiple markets.
Joe Mannino
Senior Vice President
30-year retail real estate expert with extensive corporate retail development experience. Former OfficeMax site acquisition specialist who maintains valuable executive relationships across the retail industry for strategic placement opportunities.
Questions
What services does Terra National offer for retail tenants?
We provide comprehensive services including site selection, lease negotiation, property disposition, and corporate real estate outsourcing specifically for national retail tenants.
Do you work with retailers outside Ohio?
Yes, while based in Ohio we serve retailers nationwide through our X Team Retail Advisors network covering all major US markets and Canada.
What technology tools do you use for site selection?
We utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS), aerial imagery analysis, and proprietary market research databases to support data-driven real estate decisions.
How do you help retailers with surplus properties?
Our disposition specialists maximize value recovery through strategic sales, lease assignments, and termination negotiations tailored to each property's market conditions.
What makes Terra National different from other firms?
We focus exclusively on retail tenant representation with specialized expertise, advanced technology tools, and a cost-effective approach prioritizing client value over corporate overhead.
Can you help with national retail expansion strategies?
Yes, our team develops comprehensive market entry strategies supported by detailed demographic analysis and competitive market intelligence for successful national expansion.
