https://finemgroup.com/research Market reports, insights and case studies on commercial property in the Southeast from the Finem Group. en-us Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://finemgroup.com/research/mcdonalds-ground-lease-market-report-2026 https://finemgroup.com/research/mcdonalds-ground-lease-market-report-2026 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Market report 2026 McDonald’s ground lease cap rates, rent trends, and owner pricing guidance https://finemgroup.com/research/autozone-ground-lease-market-report-2026 https://finemgroup.com/research/autozone-ground-lease-market-report-2026 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Market report AutoZone ground lease cap rates, rent trends, and owner takeaways from the 2026 market report. https://finemgroup.com/research/hardees-net-lease-market-report-2026 https://finemgroup.com/research/hardees-net-lease-market-report-2026 Mon, 11 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT Market report Hardee’s cap rates, closures, and litigation signal a narrowing seller window. https://finemgroup.com/research/dark-qsr-mkt-report https://finemgroup.com/research/dark-qsr-mkt-report Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT Market report Analysis of vacant second-generation QSR properties across GA and SC reveals pricing trends, buyer demand, and repositioning strategies. Learn how owners can protect value and secure strong backfill tenants in today’s evolving restaurant real estate market. https://finemgroup.com/research/georgia-intangible-tax-exemption-cre-loans https://finemgroup.com/research/georgia-intangible-tax-exemption-cre-loans Fri, 30 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT Insight Effective July 1, 2025, Georgia commercial loans with terms up to 62 months are exempt from intangible tax. Learn how this change reduces closing costs and improves financing flexibility for real estate owners and investors. https://finemgroup.com/research/understanding-circle-k-gl https://finemgroup.com/research/understanding-circle-k-gl Wed, 12 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT Market report New-construction Circle K ground leases have stabilized in the low 5% cap rate range. Our 2024–2026 market report analyzes rent benchmarks, comp data, and investor trends for one of the net lease market's most creditworthy convenience store tenants. https://finemgroup.com/research/csra-warehouse-leasing-market-report-overview https://finemgroup.com/research/csra-warehouse-leasing-market-report-overview Thu, 21 Nov 2024 12:00:00 GMT Market report CSRA Warehouse Leasing Market Report Overview https://finemgroup.com/research/chipotle-bts-market-report https://finemgroup.com/research/chipotle-bts-market-report Wed, 30 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT Market report This report tracks Chipotle cap rates rising 100 bps and lease rates increasing from $55/SF to $65/SF between 2022-2024. Rising interest rates and costs have tightened margins for developers, potentially challenging future build-to-suit projects. https://finemgroup.com/research/understanding-chick-fil-a-ground-lease-trends-in-the-current-market https://finemgroup.com/research/understanding-chick-fil-a-ground-lease-trends-in-the-current-market Fri, 30 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT Market report Chick-fil-A's ground leases show trends like fluctuating rent per acre, with higher rents in premium locations and a focus on high-traffic, densely populated areas. Lot size inversely impacts rent, and income levels have little effect. https://finemgroup.com/research/ziggis-coffee-site-selection-success-a-case-study-in-martinez-ga https://finemgroup.com/research/ziggis-coffee-site-selection-success-a-case-study-in-martinez-ga Thu, 22 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study Discover how Finem Group’s strategic site selection and expert negotiation secured a prime location for Ziggi's Coffee in Martinez, GA. A case study showcasing our comprehensive approach to commercial real estate success. https://finemgroup.com/research/finding-a-home-for-dermatology-practice https://finemgroup.com/research/finding-a-home-for-dermatology-practice Wed, 15 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study The Finem Group found a home for a dermatology practice in Augusta, Ga. https://finemgroup.com/research/medical-associates-plus https://finemgroup.com/research/medical-associates-plus Wed, 15 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study The Finem Group saved their client $200K by conducting a lease vs purchase analysis for Medical Associates Plus https://finemgroup.com/research/historic-success-in-augusta-the-sale-of-108-third-streets-16-unit-apartment-complex https://finemgroup.com/research/historic-success-in-augusta-the-sale-of-108-third-streets-16-unit-apartment-complex Fri, 10 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study The Finem Group's strategic approach led to the successful sale of a 16-unit multifamily property in Downtown Augusta. https://finemgroup.com/research/revitalizing-downtown-augusta-a-retail-lease-success-story-at-211-tenth-st https://finemgroup.com/research/revitalizing-downtown-augusta-a-retail-lease-success-story-at-211-tenth-st Thu, 02 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study Discover how strategic pricing, top-tier marketing, and targeted media exposure led to a successful retail lease, breathing new life into Downtown Augusta. Read our full case study now. https://finemgroup.com/research/securing-a-swift-lease-for-shaw-industries-a-strategic-warehouse-case-study https://finemgroup.com/research/securing-a-swift-lease-for-shaw-industries-a-strategic-warehouse-case-study Thu, 02 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study Learn how we facilitated a rapid lease for Shaw Industries amidst COVID-19 challenges, securing space and increasing property value at 164 Bettis Academy Rd., Graniteville, SC. https://finemgroup.com/research/turning-challenges-into-opportunities-the-sale-of-a-rural-200k-sf-warehouse https://finemgroup.com/research/turning-challenges-into-opportunities-the-sale-of-a-rural-200k-sf-warehouse Thu, 02 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study How the Industrial Team at Finem Group helped a Bank quickly sell a large rural warehouse, ensuring a quick close at market price through precise valuation, strategic marketing, and diligent negotiation. https://finemgroup.com/research/transforming-vacancy-into-value-the-olive-garden-ground-lease-success-at-2265-whiskey-rd-aiken https://finemgroup.com/research/transforming-vacancy-into-value-the-olive-garden-ground-lease-success-at-2265-whiskey-rd-aiken Tue, 30 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study Discover how strategic ground leasing and expert negotiations led to a lucrative deal with Olive Garden at a previously vacant property, significantly boosting the client’s investment returns. https://finemgroup.com/research/maximizing-land-value-in-aiken-a-strategic-approach-at-00-whiskey-rd https://finemgroup.com/research/maximizing-land-value-in-aiken-a-strategic-approach-at-00-whiskey-rd Sun, 28 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study Learn how strategic analysis and innovative marketing tactics increased a property's value by $300,000 at 00 Whiskey Rd., Aiken, SC. Explore our effective case study now. https://finemgroup.com/research/off-market-signaled-corner https://finemgroup.com/research/off-market-signaled-corner Tue, 23 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study Learn how the Finem Group uses a proven process to secure prime off-market locations for site selection assignment in Aiken, SC, serving the commercial land needs for franchisees and national retailers. https://finemgroup.com/research/successful-sale-of-1220-george-c-wilson-drive-a-strategic-approach-to-repositioning-and-negotiation https://finemgroup.com/research/successful-sale-of-1220-george-c-wilson-drive-a-strategic-approach-to-repositioning-and-negotiation Sat, 20 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study The Finem Group helped the owners of a large medical office building strategically position their building to maximize the sale price, and then found a perfect buyer. https://finemgroup.com/research/preparing-san-sebastian-place-for-a-strategic-sale https://finemgroup.com/research/preparing-san-sebastian-place-for-a-strategic-sale Fri, 19 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study Discover how Finem Group expertly sold San Sebastian Place for $1.837M at a 5.6% Cap Rate, attracting over a dozen offers with strategic marketing and detailed financial analysis. https://finemgroup.com/research/turning-around-cedar-pines-apartments-a-full-price-sale-despite-challenges https://finemgroup.com/research/turning-around-cedar-pines-apartments-a-full-price-sale-despite-challenges Thu, 18 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study Discover our Multifamily Team sold Cedar Pines, a 31-unit apartment complex in North Augusta, quickly and above asking price through expert management and strategic marketing, despite previous challenges. https://finemgroup.com/research/top-of-market-warehouse-sale-sold-for-144-more-per-sf-than-nationally-brokered-comp https://finemgroup.com/research/top-of-market-warehouse-sale-sold-for-144-more-per-sf-than-nationally-brokered-comp Fri, 05 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study Fenix Manufacturing's warehouse sold above market value due to strategic marketing and negotiation, showcasing the power of expert real estate services. https://finemgroup.com/research/coming-soon-freddys-frozen-custard-on-washington-rd https://finemgroup.com/research/coming-soon-freddys-frozen-custard-on-washington-rd Mon, 01 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study Discover how The Finem Group conquered challenges with a second-row retail outparcel. https://finemgroup.com/research/automotive-sale-leaseback-case-study https://finemgroup.com/research/automotive-sale-leaseback-case-study Tue, 12 Mar 2024 12:00:00 GMT Case study The Finem Group worked with Automotive Manufacturer Matthews Motors to structure a Sale-Leaseback in order to leverage their commercial real estate to fuel expansion of their business.