Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Commercial Real Estate Investment Solutions
Institutional Property Advisors (IPA), a division of Marcus & Millichap, has redefined commercial real estate services since 1971. Our founders revolutionized the brokerage industry with a focus on maximizing investor value, a principle that continues to guide our collaborative, forward-thinking approach. With over 80 offices across North America and decades of experience, we specialize in acquisition, disposition, and financing solutions for institutional and high-net-worth clients. Our team combines industry-leading technology with unparalleled access to capital markets, delivering customized strategies that anticipate market shifts. As experts in multifamily, retail, office, industrial, and niche sectors like student housing and seniors housing, we leverage 50 years of transaction data to inform real-time market intelligence.Our proprietary research division produces over 1,000 annual reports, providing clients with actionable insights on pricing, yields, and investment opportunities. Through strategic alliances with premier lenders, we offer streamlined agency financing programs for multifamily properties. Our capital markets team tailors solutions across the entire capital stack, addressing diverse client needs with decades of asset-class expertise. Client-centric service remains our passion, with dedicated professionals ensuring seamless communication from engagement through closing. With 1971 roots establishing credibility and experience, IPA continues to set industry standards for institutional investors seeking reliable, data-driven real estate brokerage services.
Services
Investment Sales
Research & Analytics
Advisory Services
Capital Markets
Multifamily
Retail
Office & Industrial
Student Housing
Seniors Housing
Single-Family Rental
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of commercial real estate experience across all property types and capital markets.
- Our nationwide network of 80+ offices provides localized market knowledge with institutional expertise.
- Patented technology platforms enable precise market analysis and data-driven investment strategies.
- Specialized teams focus exclusively on multifamily, retail, office, industrial, and alternative housing sectors.
- Strategic alliance with M&T Realty Capital offers streamlined agency financing for multifamily properties.
Services
Investment Sales
Our investment sales team connects institutional investors with prime commercial properties through extensive industry relationships. We leverage proprietary marketing technology and cross-border capital networks to identify opportunities aligned with client objectives. With nationwide specialists in multifamily, retail, office, and industrial sectors, we execute complex transactions that maximize portfolio value through strategic positioning.
Capital Markets
We develop customized capital solutions across the investment stack using relationships with global institutional lenders. Our experts analyze client needs to structure debt and equity financing that supports long-term investment goals. Specialized teams focus on agency financing programs for multifamily properties while providing innovative solutions for diverse asset classes through strategic lending partnerships.
Research & Analytics
Our dedicated research division transforms transaction data into actionable market intelligence for commercial real estate investors. Daily analysis of capital flows, submarket trends, and economic indicators informs strategic decisions. We produce 1,000+ annual reports covering pricing dynamics, yield projections, and emerging opportunities across property types and geographic regions.
Multifamily
Specialized multifamily advisors provide national coverage for institutional-grade apartment property transactions. Our team combines localized market expertise with capital markets knowledge to optimize investment performance. From conventional Class A assets to affordable housing portfolios, we deliver tailored solutions supported by sector-specific research and financing expertise.
Retail
We offer strategic advisory services for retail property investments across all formats including neighborhood centers, regional malls, and big-box assets. Our nationwide specialists analyze market trends to position properties for maximum value. Through integrated capital markets capabilities, we connect retail investors with institutional buyers and financing partners to optimize transaction outcomes.
People
Alan L. Pontius
Senior Vice President and National Director
Alan Pontius leads IPA's Office & Industrial division with over 35 years of real estate brokerage experience. He previously ranked among Marcus & Millichap's top 25 brokers and holds a business administration degree from San Francisco State University.
Andrew Leahy
Senior Vice President / National Director, IPA Multifamily
As National Director for IPA Multifamily, Andrew Leahy oversees multifamily investment strategies across North America with extensive experience in institutional apartment asset transactions.
Gregory A. LaBerge
Chief Client Officer / Senior Vice President National Director, IPA Retail
Gregory LaBerge directs IPA's retail advisory services with decades of experience spanning various retail formats and market conditions across the United States.
Questions
What commercial real estate services does IPA provide?
IPA offers investment sales, capital markets financing, advisory services, and research analytics for multifamily, retail, office, industrial, and specialized housing sectors.
Do you serve both institutional and private investors?
Yes, our services cater to institutional investors, high-net-worth individuals, and private equity firms across North America.
What geographic markets do you cover?
We operate nationwide in the United States and Canada through our 80+ office network with regional specialists.
Can you assist with multifamily property financing?
Our strategic alliance with M&T Realty Capital provides agency financing programs for conventional and affordable multifamily properties.
How do you provide market intelligence?
Our research division produces 1,000+ annual reports using transaction data and real-time market analytics for informed investment decisions.
