Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Real Estate Solutions
Commercial Brokers International (CBI) was founded in 2006 by Joe Killinger and George Pino, combining over 65 years of commercial real estate expertise. We prioritize our clients' best interests through tailored marketing strategies, financial planning, and specialized representation in leasing, sales, and investments. Our services span office, retail, industrial, multifamily, and hospitality properties, supported by a full-service in-house marketing team and a global affiliate network. We emphasize socially responsible investing and community engagement through initiatives like the WIRE Foundation. With deep local market knowledge in Los Angeles and Orange County, we deliver unmatched service through dedicated agents for every client need. Our debt placement division secures competitive financing options, while our syndication program offers diversified investment opportunities with aligned incentives.We maintain transparency in all transactions, ensuring clients achieve both short-term objectives and long-term growth. Our commitment to innovation is reflected in our advanced media production capabilities, which enhance property visibility and accelerate deal closures. Backed by decades of experience and a network of industry experts, we provide strategic guidance for commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and portfolio management. Our proven track record in closing complex transactions underscores our position as a trusted leader in the commercial real estate sector.
Services
Commercial Leasing
Debt Placement
Property Analysis
Real Estate Syndication
Tenant Representation
Landlord Services
Investment Sales
Market Research
Portfolio Management
Financing Solutions
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 65+ years of combined commercial real estate experience with specialized agents for every property type.
- Our in-house marketing team produces high-quality media to maximize property visibility and accelerate sales.
- We maintain a global affiliate network for nationwide and international commercial real estate transactions.
- Our debt placement division secures competitive financing options through relationships with premier lenders.
- We align investor interests with performance-based returns in our commercial real estate syndication program.
What people say
Market expertise
Strong negotiation skills
Personalized service
Timely communication
Local knowledge
Services
Commercial Leasing
Our commercial leasing division specializes in representing both landlords and tenants across office, retail, industrial, and hospitality properties. We negotiate optimal terms for lease renewals, expansions, and new headquarters while creating targeted marketing plans to attract quality tenants. With local market expertise in Los Angeles and Orange County, we ensure competitive rental rates and favorable tenant improvement packages.
Debt Placement
We connect clients with competitive financing options through relationships with national lenders and private capital providers. Our services include acquisition financing, refinancing for lower payments, and construction loans for property development. We specialize in SBA loans, multifamily financing, and NNN retail property funding while maintaining alignment with client investment goals.
Property Analysis
Our agents provide accurate valuations for all commercial property types using comparative market analysis and discounted cash flow modeling. We deliver third-party estimates for portfolio assessments or acquisition decisions, incorporating rent comparable analysis and renovation cost projections. This service supports informed decision-making for property investments and dispositions.
Real Estate Syndication
Our syndication division offers accredited investors access to diversified commercial real estate opportunities with lower capital requirements. We focus on single-tenant net leases and retail strip centers priced between $1.5M-$6M, targeting 5-7.5% cash-on-cash returns. Investors benefit from professional management while maintaining alignment through performance-based fee structures.
Tenant Representation
We specialize in helping businesses secure optimal commercial spaces for their operations. Our tenant representation services include site selection, lease negotiations, and market analysis for corporate headquarters, retail locations, and industrial facilities. We focus on securing favorable rental rates, tenant improvement allowances, and lease terms that align with business growth plans.
People
Joe Killinger
Co-Founder
With 33 years of real estate experience, Joe Killinger has successfully launched five companies and managed over 6,000 asset transactions. He specializes in property development, refurbishment, and syndication strategies that deliver 8-12% cash-on-cash returns while maintaining a California Real Estate Broker license.
George Pino
Co-Founder
George Pino brings 32 years of expertise in distressed asset dispositions and commercial repositioning. He has personally managed over 6,000 real estate transactions and developed five successful companies nationwide. His strategic analysis background from USC supports data-driven investment decisions for clients.
Bill Brown
Investor Partner
Bill Brown offers 30 years of commercial real estate banking experience with expertise in loan administration and portfolio management. As a California Lutheran University graduate, he provides strategic financial guidance for investment decisions while maintaining relationships with Southern California lending institutions.
Questions
What commercial real estate services do you offer?
We provide leasing, sales, debt placement, property analysis, syndication, and investment services for office, retail, industrial, multifamily, and hospitality properties.
Do you work with both landlords and tenants?
Yes, we represent both landlords and tenants in commercial real estate transactions across all property types.
What financing options are available through CBI?
We offer SBA loans, multifamily financing, office loans, retail NNN loans, and private lender connections through our debt placement services.
Do you handle international real estate transactions?
Yes, our global affiliate network provides access to commercial real estate opportunities in international markets.
What is your commercial real estate syndication program?
Our syndication program allows accredited investors to participate in commercial property investments with minimum $500,000 commitments and targeted 5-7.5% annual returns.
How does CBI market commercial properties?
We use in-house media production, targeted email campaigns, social media marketing, and listing platforms to maximize property exposure and accelerate sales.
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