Commonwealth Commercial Partners

Business Details

30 Years

experience

Commercial Real Estate Experts Since 1996

Commonwealth Commercial Partners has been a leader in commercial real estate services since 1996, delivering innovative solutions tailored to client and market demands. Our vertically integrated platform provides institutional-grade asset management, property management, investment sales, project management, and specialized services across the United States. With a team of over 225 professionals, we combine deep industry expertise with localized market knowledge to optimize real estate investments for institutional, regional, and private clients. Our focus on integrity, collaboration, and technological innovation ensures proactive management, strategic decision-making, and measurable value creation. Headquartered in Richmond, VA, with offices strategically located nationwide, we serve diverse asset classes including office, industrial, retail, multifamily, hospitality, and rural land markets.

Our proven track record in complex transactions, property performance optimization, and client-centric service has established us as a trusted partner for commercial real estate needs. From timberland consulting to hotel management, our specialized divisions address niche market demands while maintaining rigorous compliance with industry standards. This comprehensive approach, supported by proprietary systems and a 28-year legacy, positions us to exceed client expectations in evolving real estate landscapes.

Services

Property Management Investment Sales Asset Management Rural Land Sales Hospitality Management Forestry Consulting Project Management Facility Management Land Brokerage Commercial Leasing

Details

Year established: 1996

Highlights and features

Founded in 1996, we bring decades of commercial real estate expertise.
Our team of 225+ professionals manages 4.3 million+ square feet nationwide.
Proprietary buyer database ensures targeted investment opportunities aligned with client goals.
Specialized divisions for forestry, hospitality, and rural land sales provide niche expertise.
Nationwide geographic reach with regional market specialization from 9 strategic offices.

What people say

Highest levels of insight Outstanding company Tirelessly with customer service Exceed expectations Attention to detail

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Services

Property Management

Our property management team combines institutional expertise with localized execution to maximize asset performance. We implement proactive maintenance, systematic expense controls, and tenant retention strategies across 4.3 million square feet of commercial properties. Our 20-year average experienced managers ensure transparent reporting and alignment with investor objectives.

Investment Sales

We provide data-driven investment sales services leveraging a proprietary database of verified buyers and institutional relationships. Our team offers property valuations, strategic marketing, and transaction management for on- and off-market opportunities nationwide. Specialized asset knowledge ensures optimal pricing in both local and national markets.

Forestry Consulting

Broadleaf Forestry delivers professional timberland consulting using GIS mapping and market analytics to optimize timber sales. Our services include harvest oversight, reforestation coordination, and appraisal for Virginia and Southeast US landowners. Over 28 years of regional expertise ensures competitive pricing and sustainable management practices.

Hospitality Management

Commonwealth Lodging Management specializes in nationally franchised hotel asset management and operations. We provide PIP project management, renovation oversight, and performance optimization for full-service and select-service properties. Our team combines operational expertise with franchise relationship management to enhance guest experiences and profitability.

Rural Land Sales

We facilitate rural land transactions including timberland, recreational properties, and working farms across Virginia and the Southeast. Our experts offer valuation services, market positioning, and buyer/seller representation for estates, investors, and landowners seeking to consolidate or liquidate rural land assets through strategic sales.

People

Mark W. Claud

Chief Executive Officer

Leading Commonwealth Commercial as CEO, Mark Claud directs strategic growth and operational excellence with over two decades of commercial real estate leadership experience in multiple market cycles.

Kenneth S. Strickler

President

As President, Ken Strickler oversees core business operations with specialized expertise in commercial real estate transactions and investment strategies, leveraging CCIM designation for institutional client success.

Will Stettinius

Chief Operating Officer

Will Stettinius manages daily operations and technological integration, ensuring efficient delivery of property management and asset services across the firm's nationwide portfolio of commercial properties.

Brian Reinhart

Managing Director - Forestry

Brian Reinhart leads forestry consulting operations with extensive timberland expertise, applying advanced spatial analysis and market knowledge to maximize returns for rural landowners in the Southeast US.

Duane Gauthier

Managing Director - Hospitality

Hospitality division leader Duane Gauthier brings specialized hotel management experience, overseeing franchise relations and operational strategies to enhance profitability for Commonwealth Lodging's portfolio.

Questions

What commercial real estate services do you offer?

We provide property management, investment sales, asset management, rural land sales, hospitality management, project management, and forestry consulting across the United States.

How long have you been in business?

Commonwealth Commercial Partners has delivered commercial real estate services since 1996, with our foundation built on over 28 years of specialized forestry consulting expertise.

What geographic areas do you cover?

Based in Richmond, VA, we operate nationwide with offices in Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, Jacksonville, Kansas City, Nashville, and other major metropolitan markets.

What makes your property management different?

Our property managers average 20 years' experience, combining proactive maintenance, transparent reporting, and an ownership mindset to maximize asset performance across all commercial property types.

How do you ensure client satisfaction?

We maintain institutional-quality systems with boutique service through dedicated account teams, regular communication, and performance metrics aligned with client investment objectives.

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Imad Qtishat

Dec 15, 2021 Report

Critical:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Agents are so lazy they don't respond to phone calls, Emails or even if you pay them a visit, they always in some meeting.

Victoria Cobb

Jan 03, 2019 Report

Fred Plaisted did a fantastic job walking my organization through a complicated building purchase. Commonwealth fronted a lot of resources to help get us the information we needed.

Jason Light

Nov 04, 2018 Report

Seemed to have issues and bad communication between work being done and alot of back and forth to the point we just give up on getting paid .

John Whitlock

Sep 17, 2018 Report

Fred Plaisted recently represented me on the sale of my building. His diligence, attention to detail, and knowledge of the marketplace were outstanding. He was able to sell the building quickly at an excellent price. His assistance through the due diligence process was invaluable. I was extremely pleased with Fred's service and highly recommend him.

Tim Stone

Jul 10, 2014 Report

I can wholeheartedly recommend Fred Plaisted as a tenant representative for any company seeking new office space. His attention to detail, diligence, and creativity in securing a deal will ensure the tenant's interests are served. His company, Commonwealth Commercial, has all the resources a tenant would need!

Paul Koder

Jun 02, 2014 Report

I had a very pleasant experience with Fred Plaisted seeking to purchase new office space. His knowledge of the commercial real estate market, attention to details, being accessible all the time and last but not least his ability to manage the whole process from start to completion.I would work with Commonwealth Commercial Partners again without any hesitation in the future when i purchase another property.