Northmarq’s Commercial Investment Sales team, National Restaurant Group’s Matt Lipson recognized as 2025 Influencers in Net Lease by GlobeSt.
MINNEAPOLIS (April 1, 2025) — Northmarq’s Commercial Investment Sales team is honored to be recognized as a 2025 Influencer in Net Lease by GlobeSt., underscoring our continued leadership and expertise in the commercial real estate sector.
This prestigious recognition highlights our commitment to delivering exceptional investment solutions, market insights and strategic advisory services for our clients.
Additionally, Matt Lipson, senior vice president in Northmarq’s West Region and co-founder of the firm’s National Restaurant Group, has been named an individual influencer for his significant contributions to the retail real estate sector, particularly within quick-service restaurant (QSR) and casual dining investments.
Northmarq’s Milo Spector was selected in 2024, in addition to the firm’s recognition in 2023.
EXCELLENCE IN NET LEASE INVESTMENT SALES
Northmarq’s Commercial Investment Sales (IS) team has established itself as a leader in the retail net lease market, leveraging a data-driven approach and a collaborative “one team” methodology to provide clients with a seamless and comprehensive experience.
Our expertise spans a wide range of transaction types, including:
• Sale-leaseback transactions
• Portfolio sales and acquisitions
• 1031 exchanges
• Zero cash flow transactions
LEGACY OF SUCCESS
In 2024 alone, Northmarq’s Commercial IS team closed more than $1.5 billion in net lease investment sales, contributing to our long-standing track record of success.
Since its inception, the Commercial IS platform has completed more than 8,100 transactions, totaling over $45 billion in sales activity. Recent notable transactions include the $28.56 million sale of four convenience stores and the $13.5 million sale-leaseback of two outpatient primary care properties.
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP AND INDUSTRY IMPACT
Northmarq remains at the forefront of the industry by equipping investors, developers, and institutional clients with proprietary market intelligence. Our MarketSnapshot reports offer critical insights, while Matt Lipson’s cap rate guide for the top 50 QSR and casual dining brands has become an essential resource for industry professionals.
PARTNER WITH AN INDUSTRY LEADER
As a trusted partner in net lease investment sales, Northmarq is dedicated to delivering strategic solutions that drive value for our clients. Explore our current property listings here or learn more about our National Restaurant Group here.
With a commitment to innovation, collaboration and excellence, Northmarq continues to shape the future of net lease real estate.
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MATT LIPSON
Northmarq SVP Matt Lipson’s innovative approach and focus on the retail sector, specifically quick-service restaurants and casual dining establishments, have set him apart as a top performer.
One of Lipson’s most notable contributions is the creation of a comprehensive cap rate guide for the top 50 QSR and casual dining brands. This guide has become an invaluable resource for industry professionals, providing much-needed clarity in an ever-evolving market. By developing this guide, Lipson has empowered investors, brokers and owners to make informed, data-driven decisions.
Lipson is also focused on the acquisition and disposition of net lease retail properties, working with corporate operators, franchisees, developers and institutional investors to provide tailored investment strategies.
In addition, he is an integral part of Northmarq’s restaurant group, where he leverages data-driven insights to guide clients in sale-leaseback transactions, portfolio strategy and navigating 1031 exchanges. Lipson’s ability to innovate, collaborate and deliver meaningful solutions has had a lasting impact on the industry and his clients.
The story was written by GlobeSt.com Staff and appeared on GlobeSt.com on April 1, 2025 © 2025 ALM Global Properties, LLC. All rights reserved.
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Northmarq is a full-service capital markets resource for commercial real estate investors, offering seamless collaboration with top experts in debt, equity, investment sales, loan servicing, and fund management. The company combines industry-leading capabilities with a flexible structure, enabling its national team of experienced professionals to create innovative solutions for clients. Northmarq’s solid foundation and entrepreneurial approach have built a loan servicing portfolio of more than $76 billion and a two-year transaction volume of $52 billion. For more information, visit www.northmarq.com.