Unlock capital. Simplify succession. Strengthen your business.
A sale-leaseback allows a business owner to sell their commercial real estate at full market value and immediately lease it back long-term from the buyer. The result is simple:
In a market where thousands of business owners are nearing retirement — many without a successor — sale-leasebacks have become one of the most powerful financial tools available.
Florida ROI helps business owners, buyers, and investors structure these transactions so both the business and the real estate reach maximum value.
Across Florida and the U.S., more business owners are aging out than ever before:
A sale-leaseback solves all three problems.
It separates the operating company from the real estate so the owner can:
✔ Extract full market value from the building
✔ Improve the business’s financial strength
✔ Make the company far easier to sell
✔ Create a long-term, predictable lease that investors love
Many large brands — Home Depot, Walgreens, McDonald’s, Starbucks — lease their properties for this exact reason.
Property Valuation — We determine market value based on tenant strength, location, and lease structure.
Lease Structuring — We design a long-term, market-rent lease (typically 8–25 years).
Sale to Investor — A private or institutional investor purchases the property with the lease in place.
Business Stays Put — The seller becomes the tenant and continues operations uninterrupted.
Owner Gains Liquidity — Proceeds can be used for retirement, expansion, debt reduction, or working capital.
A properly structured lease determines investor demand and the ultimate sale price. Common structures include:
Tenant pays property taxes, insurance, and maintenance. Most institutional SLB investors prefer this structure.
Tenant pays most expenses; landlord may remain responsible for structural items such as roof and exterior walls.
Tenant pays utilities, maintenance, insurance; landlord pays property taxes and certain capital expenses.
Tenant is responsible for all expenses, including replacement of roof, HVAC, and parking lot. Highest investor demand.
Investors choose sale-leasebacks because they offer:
✔ Single-tenant, long-term stability
✔ Strong tenant commitment to the property
✔ Predictable, consistent cash flow
✔ Protection against inflation
✔ Minimal management responsibilities (especially NNN)
It is one of the most “hands-off” forms of commercial real estate investing available.
1. Unlock Capital for Retirement or Expansion
Convert decades of built-up equity into liquid cash — without relocating.
2. Make the Business Easier to Sell
Separating the real estate often makes the operating business far more attractive to buyers.
3. Tax Benefits
Well-structured leases may offer deductible lease payments in place of diminishing depreciation.
4. Strengthen the Balance Sheet
Removing owned real estate can improve credit metrics and borrowing ability.
5. Eliminate Debt
Net proceeds can retire mortgages and simplify financial statements.
This strategy is ideal for businesses valued between $300,000 and $20 million in real estate.
A sale-leaseback is not always the right fit. Possible drawbacks include:
Future expansions or major changes may require landlord approval.
Long-held assets could trigger capital gains or reassessment of property taxes.
If cash flow is weak, a sale-leaseback may not offer significant tax advantages.
Owners should always consult a tax or financial advisor to understand long-term implications.
Florida ROI specializes in structuring sale-leasebacks that work for both the operating business and the real estate investor.
We help owners:
Whether you’re planning an exit or simply need liquidity, we guide you through the entire process — confidentially and strategically.
If you are considering selling your business in the next 1–10 years, or simply want to evaluate the value of your real estate separately from the business, we can help you explore your options with no obligation.
Contact Florida ROI for a confidential sale-leaseback analysis.
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