Business Details
17 Years
experience
Trusted Leisure Real Estate Advisory Services
Founded in 2009, Leisure Investment Properties Group (LIPG) has become the renowned industry leader in golf course, marina, resort, and master-planned community sales. Our team combines more than 270 years of commercial real estate investment experience, delivering $3.7 billion in properties underwritten and sold. We focus on long-term relationships, trust, transparency, and accountability, providing clients with expert guidance, in-depth market insights, and strategic investment solutions tailored to their unique goals. Our proven approach helps investors maximize returns, mitigate risks, and position assets for long-term success. With a commitment to data-driven strategies and client success, we ensure informed business decisions through every transaction phase.Our proprietary marketing process, 32,000-investor database, and institutional-grade materials create competitive markets for assets. We specialize in leisure-oriented real estate, offering advisory services for selling, holding, or acquiring properties. Our strategic analysis tool helps clients align business decisions with long-term objectives, while our extensive network of specialty vendors supports due diligence and operational efficiency. LIPG stands as a trusted advisor dedicated to preserving and growing client wealth in leisure asset classes.
Services
Golf Course Brokerage
Marina Valuations
Resort Advisory
RV Park Appraisals
Investment Consulting
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 270+ years of combined experience in leisure real estate transactions.
- Our proprietary marketing platform reaches 32,000+ qualified investors globally.
- We provide data-driven strategic analysis for informed investment decisions.
- Our team includes CCIM-certified professionals and PGA-affiliated experts.
- We deliver institutional-grade Offering Memorandums with vetted financial data.
What people say
Expert guidance
Successful transactions
Comprehensive research
Strategic analysis
Trusted advisors
Services
Golf Course Brokerage
Our golf course brokerage leverages 270+ years of combined expertise to position properties for maximum value. We create competitive markets through a 32,000-investor database and institutional-grade marketing materials. Our CCIM-certified advisors deliver strategic analysis for informed decision-making.
Marina Valuations
Marina valuations combine financial analysis with market trend assessments to determine accurate pricing. Our team provides detailed reports covering NOI projections, competitive benchmarks, and operational improvements for leisure assets.
Resort Advisory
Resort advisory services include strategic planning, exit strategy development, and market positioning. We offer customized solutions for owners seeking to optimize asset performance or execute transactions.
RV Park Appraisals
RV park appraisals incorporate financial due diligence, market comparables, and operational assessments. Our reports help owners understand asset value and identify value-add opportunities for increased returns.
Investment Consulting
Investment consulting covers acquisition analysis, portfolio diversification, and market entry strategies. We provide data-driven insights supported by $3.7 billion in transaction experience across leisure asset classes.
People
Steve Ekovich
Executive Managing Director & Partner
With over 15 years in leisure real estate, Steve leads brokerage operations and strategic initiatives. He specializes in golf course transactions and has closed $1.2 billion in deals.
Chris Karamitsos
Senior Managing Director & Partner
A PGA professional with 20+ years in golf real estate, Chris focuses on course valuations and advisory services. He has represented major owners in complex transactions.
Jeff Spilman
Vice President of Investments
Jeff specializes in marina and waterfront property transactions with CCIM certification. He brings 12 years of experience in leisure asset valuations and due diligence.
Jose A. Villao
Vice President of Investments
Jose focuses on RV and mobile home park transactions, leveraging market analysis expertise to optimize client returns. He has closed over $500 million in leisure real estate deals.
Greg Lewis
Senior Managing Director of Capital Markets
Greg leads appraisal and tax appeal services with 25+ years in commercial real estate. He specializes in financial modeling and valuation for leisure assets nationwide.
Questions
What types of properties does LIPG specialize in?
We specialize in golf courses, marinas, resorts, RV parks, and master-planned communities.
How does LIPG help sellers maximize property value?
Our proprietary marketing platform reaches 32,000+ investors and creates competitive bidding environments.
Do you provide property valuations?
Yes, we offer strategic analysis for accurate market valuations and exit planning.
What financing options are available for buyers?
We connect buyers with financing partners and provide institutional-grade due diligence materials.
Are LIPG's reports available to the public?
Our annual investment reports are accessible through our website for industry professionals.