We Buy Commercial Property for Cash Throughout Florida
Retail centers, office buildings, warehouses, mixed-use, hotels and motels, self-storage, and mobile home and RV parks — stabilized, vacant or distressed. Direct, confidential, and structured around your goals.
- No brokerage commission
- As-is, including vacancy & deferred maintenance
- Sale-leaseback & 1031-friendly timing
- Confidential, NDA-ready
Get Your Commercial Cash Offer
Owners, partners, heirs, attorneys and lenders welcome. Share what you know — a rent roll or T-12 helps, but it is not required to start.
Selling a commercial property is a different exercise from selling a house. The value lives in the income — or in the income the building could produce — and the buyer has to underwrite leases, expenses, tenant credit, physical condition and environmental history before committing. A broker-run marketing process can surface the highest bidder, but it also takes time, exposes your tenants and employees to the news that the property is for sale, and frequently ends with a buyer re-trading the price after due diligence.
Many owners want a different path. A family that has owned a neighborhood strip center since the 1980s and wants a quiet exit. An operator who owns the building their business runs in and wants to unlock the equity while staying put. A partnership facing a loan maturity with half the office suites vacant. A motel owner whose property took on water during a hurricane and cannot justify the repairs. In each case, a direct buyer that can evaluate the asset quickly, close reliably and keep the process discreet is worth a lot.
Libera Capital Group is that buyer. We buy improved commercial property for our own account throughout Florida, with particular depth in Southwest Florida, our home market. This page explains the property types we pursue, the deal structures we offer, the documents we review, and how a commercial transaction with us unfolds from first call to closing.
Why Florida Owners Sell Commercial Real Estate to Libera Capital Group
No need to stabilize first
Dark anchor box, leaking roof membrane, parking lot that needs milling and restriping, an elevator out of service — we underwrite the property as it is today, so you do not have to fund a lease-up or capital plan before you sell.
Commission-free proceeds
Commercial brokerage fees vary but can be substantial on a mid-size asset. Selling direct means that cost stays with you, and there is no marketing period during which carrying costs and vacancy keep compounding.
Structure, not just price
Sale-leasebacks for owner-users, delayed closings, assumption of in-place leases, closing dates aligned with your 1031 identification and exchange periods — we build the deal around what you actually need.
Quiet and certain
We sign NDAs, limit site visits to what is needed, and avoid broad marketing that unsettles tenants and staff. Once we finish diligence, we close as agreed rather than reopening the price.
Commercial Property Types We Buy
We evaluate a wide range of commercial assets. Each linked guide goes deeper on how we underwrite that property type and what Florida-specific issues come up.
Retail and shopping centers
Unanchored strip centers along suburban corridors, neighborhood centers with a grocer or drugstore, freestanding retail buildings, outparcels with drive-throughs, and older retail with high vacancy. We look closely at co-tenancy clauses, CAM reconciliation history, signage rights and the strength of the trade area.
Office buildings
Small and mid-size office buildings, medical office near hospital campuses, professional condominiums and converted residential office. Office demand has shifted, and many owners face expensive tenant-improvement packages to lease space. We can buy partially vacant buildings and those with near-term lease rollover.
Industrial and warehouse
Flex and contractor-bay buildings, small-bay industrial parks, distribution and storage warehouses, and older industrial properties with low clear heights or deferred roof work. Florida’s growth has kept demand for small-bay space strong in many markets, but older buildings still trade at a discount when they need capital.
Mixed-use properties
Downtown and main-street buildings with ground-floor retail and apartments or offices above, live-work buildings and converted historic structures. Mixed-use often falls between residential and commercial lenders, which can make it harder to sell conventionally.
Hotels and motels
Independent motels, older flagged hotels facing a franchise property improvement plan, beach motels and small inns. Hospitality value depends on operations, so we review operating history alongside the physical plant, and we can discuss options for properties that need conversion or major storm repairs.
Self-storage facilities
Drive-up and climate-controlled facilities, boat and RV storage, and mixed facilities with outdoor parking. Owner-operated facilities that have not raised rents to market or adopted modern management often present an opportunity, and we are comfortable buying them as-is.
Mobile home and RV parks
Manufactured housing communities and RV resorts, including parks with park-owned homes, private utility systems, or infrastructure needing upgrades. Florida has specific statutory protections for residents of mobile home parks, including notice requirements in certain transactions, so we work closely with the seller’s counsel on compliance.
Multifamily and apartments
Apartment buildings from five units up, garden-style communities and older walk-ups. Insurance cost increases and deferred maintenance have pushed many Florida apartment owners to sell; we can take over with tenants in place.
Browse all categories on our property types hub. We do not buy raw land through Libera Capital Group; see the note on land below.
Commercial Deal Structures We Offer
Price matters, but in commercial real estate the structure of the deal often matters just as much. Here are the structures we use most, and the situations where each one tends to fit. Tax and legal consequences vary by owner, so review any structure with your Florida CPA and attorney before committing.
Sale-leaseback for owner-occupants
If your business operates out of a building you own — a contractor’s yard and shop, a medical practice, a restaurant, a light manufacturing plant — a sale-leaseback lets you sell the real estate to us and immediately lease it back under a long-term lease. You convert illiquid equity into cash for expansion, debt reduction or retirement, while your operations stay exactly where they are. We negotiate the lease term, rent, renewal options and maintenance responsibilities together so both sides understand the arrangement from day one.
Assuming existing tenants and leases
We regularly buy occupied properties and step into the landlord position on existing leases. At closing, security deposits transfer, rents are prorated, and tenants receive notice of the new ownership. You do not need to terminate leases or deliver vacant space, and we do not ask tenants to renegotiate as a condition of buying. If a tenant is in default, we account for that in our pricing rather than asking you to resolve it.
1031 exchange-friendly timing
Owners who intend to complete a Section 1031 like-kind exchange need their sale to fit within strict timelines: generally 45 days from the sale of the relinquished property to identify replacement property and 180 days to close on it. Many sellers want either a longer closing period to find replacement property before they sell, or a firm, fast closing once they have identified one. We can accommodate either, work with your qualified intermediary, and include the standard exchange cooperation language in the contract. Your tax advisor should confirm the exchange itself.
Delayed or phased closings
Some sellers need time to relocate a business, wind down operations, complete a lease-up, or resolve an estate. We can set a closing date months out, and in some cases structure a phased closing for multiple parcels or buildings.
Partial interests and portfolio sales
Partnerships sometimes need to buy out a partner or sell an entire small portfolio at once. We will review multi-property packages and, case by case, discuss transactions involving partial interests. These deals usually require more legal coordination, so expect a longer timeline.
Debt-related situations
If your loan is maturing, in default or in special servicing, timing is critical. We can move quickly on diligence and coordinate with your lender on payoff or a discounted payoff when the lender is willing. See our distressed commercial property guide, and our page for lenders, banks and special servicers if you are on the lending side.
Due Diligence: The Documents We Review
Commercial buyers rely on documents to understand a property’s income and risk. Having these ready speeds up our offer and shortens the due diligence period. If some are missing or out of date, that is fine — tell us and we will work around it.
Financial documents
- Current rent roll. Tenant names, suite numbers, square footage, lease start and end dates, base rent, escalations, deposits and any arrears.
- Trailing twelve months (T12) operating statement. Income and expenses for the last twelve months, ideally month by month, plus the prior one or two calendar years if available.
- CAM reconciliations. For retail and office, how common-area maintenance, taxes and insurance are billed back to tenants.
- Property tax bills and insurance declarations. Florida commercial insurance costs have risen significantly, so the actual premium matters to our underwriting.
- Service contracts. Landscaping, elevator, fire alarm, waste, pest control and management agreements, and which can be terminated at closing.
Lease documents and estoppel certificates
We review each lease and its amendments for term, rent, options to renew or expand, rights of first refusal, exclusives, co-tenancy, and repair obligations. Before closing, buyers and their lenders typically request tenant estoppel certificates — signed statements from each tenant confirming the lease terms, rent paid, deposit held, and that there are no unresolved defaults or claims. We provide the estoppel forms and coordinate their collection with you so tenants are contacted in an orderly way and only when the deal is firm.
Physical and environmental review
We inspect the roof, structure, mechanical systems, parking and life-safety systems. For most commercial properties we also commission a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment, which reviews historical uses, regulatory records and site conditions to identify recognized environmental conditions. Former gas stations, dry cleaners, auto repair shops and certain industrial uses deserve particular care. If a Phase I recommends further testing, we discuss next steps with you rather than walking away by default. We may also order a survey, a zoning report, and a review of open permits and code cases.
Title and survey
A Florida title company reviews the chain of title, recorded easements, restrictions, mortgages, liens and tax certificates. Commercial transactions commonly use an ALTA survey to show boundaries, improvements, encroachments and easements. Title issues are common and usually fixable; we would rather learn about them early.
Confidential, Off-Market Commercial Sales
Many owners prefer that tenants, employees, competitors and neighbors do not learn the property is for sale until it is done. A broad marketing campaign can unsettle tenants who are considering renewals, prompt staff departures at an operating business, or invite competitors to poach customers. An off-market sale avoids most of that.
- NDA first. We are glad to sign a non-disclosure agreement before you share financials, leases or the property’s identity in detail.
- Controlled site visits. We schedule inspections discreetly — after hours, framed as routine maintenance, or limited to common areas until the deal is firm.
- Tenant contact by agreement. We do not contact tenants directly without your permission. Estoppel requests go out only near the end of diligence.
- One buyer, one process. There is no data room shared among dozens of bidders, and no listing on public commercial marketplaces.
Distressed and Transitional Commercial Assets
Some of the best fits for a direct sale are properties that are hard to sell any other way. Our distressed commercial page explains these in depth; briefly, we consider:
- High vacancy. Buildings that lost anchor tenants or never fully leased.
- Storm damage. Properties hit by Ian, Helene or Milton with roof, water or wind damage and unsettled insurance claims. See hurricane and flood damage.
- Deferred maintenance and code problems. Aging roofs, failing parking lots, fire-safety deficiencies, unpermitted build-outs. See code violations and unpermitted work.
- Tax and lien issues. Delinquent taxes, tax certificates, mechanics’ liens. See back taxes and liens.
- Closed businesses. Former restaurants, auto service buildings, churches, daycares and other special-purpose buildings, as long as there is a building to work with. See vacant property.
- Problem tenancies. Tenants in default or holding over. See problem tenants.
Direct Sale vs. Brokered Marketing: Comparing the Paths
A broker-led marketing process is the right choice for many stabilized, institutional-quality assets where maximum price discovery is the goal. A direct sale shines when speed, discretion, condition or complexity matter more. Here is how the two compare in typical Florida commercial transactions. Figures are illustrative ranges, not quotes. For a deeper look at the general tradeoffs, see cash offer vs. listing.
| Factor | Direct sale to Libera Capital Group | Brokered marketing process |
|---|---|---|
| Brokerage commission | None | Varies by deal size; often a meaningful percentage of price on smaller assets |
| Pre-sale capital work | None required — as-is | Sellers often fund roof, parking or vacancy fixes to improve marketability |
| Marketing period | None | Commonly weeks to months for offering memorandum, tours and bid rounds |
| Confidentiality | NDA, single buyer, no listing | Property is shown to many prospective buyers |
| Financing contingency | No conventional loan contingency | Buyers frequently rely on debt, which can delay or fail |
| Re-trade risk after diligence | Price changes only if diligence reveals something materially different from what was represented | Common in practice, especially on older buildings |
| Structure flexibility | Sale-leaseback, delayed close, 1031 timing, tenant assumption | Possible, but depends on which buyer wins |
| Closing timeline | Set by agreement once diligence is complete | Varies widely depending on buyer financing and diligence |
How a Commercial Sale with Us Works
- Initial conversation and NDA. Call (239) 686-0823 or submit the form. Share the property type, location and your goals. We sign an NDA if you would like before you share detailed information.
- Preliminary review. Send what you have — rent roll, T12, leases, tax bill, insurance, photos. We review the market, comparable sales and lease terms, and tell you quickly whether the property fits.
- Letter of intent. We issue a written LOI outlining price, deposit, due diligence period, closing date and any structure such as a leaseback or 1031 timing. You can negotiate the LOI before we move to a contract.
- Contract, diligence and closing. After a purchase agreement is signed, we complete inspections, the Phase I, title, survey and estoppels within the agreed period, then close through a Florida title company or real estate attorney.
Our how it works page details Florida closing mechanics, including documentary stamp tax, prorations and what each party typically pays.
Commercial Markets We Cover
We buy commercial property statewide, with deepest experience in Southwest Florida’s commercial corridors: US-41 (Tamiami Trail) through Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Fort Myers and Port Charlotte; Colonial Boulevard, Daniels Parkway and Metro Parkway in Fort Myers; Del Prado Boulevard and Pine Island Road in Cape Coral; and the industrial pockets near Southwest Florida International Airport. Beyond the region, we review properties in Tampa Bay, Central Florida, the Atlantic coast and the Panhandle.
- Fort Myers commercial property
- Cape Coral
- Naples
- Bonita Springs
- Sarasota
- Port Charlotte
- Hillsborough County
- Orange County
- Palm Beach County
- All Florida locations
What We Look For When Underwriting a Florida Commercial Property
Every commercial offer reflects a handful of core questions. Sharing what you know about each of them helps us get to a firm number faster.
- Location and access. Visibility, traffic counts, curb cuts, signalized access and parking ratios drive retail and service uses; truck access, loading and proximity to I-75 or I-4 drive industrial.
- In-place income versus market income. Below-market leases with long terms can limit value; short-term leases at below-market rents can be an opportunity. We compare each lease to what similar space rents for today.
- Expense reality. Insurance, property taxes after a sale-driven reassessment, and repairs are often understated on older operating statements. We rebuild the budget from current quotes.
- Capital needs. Roof remaining life, HVAC units, parking lot condition, fire sprinkler and alarm systems, ADA items and storm hardening.
- Flood and wind exposure. FEMA flood zone, finished floor elevation, and whether past storm repairs were permitted.
- Zoning and use. Whether current uses are permitted, legally nonconforming or in need of a variance, and what redevelopment the zoning allows.
Not every answer has to be favorable. We buy properties with challenges in each of these areas; the more clearly we understand them, the less margin we need to reserve for the unknown.
Need more than an all-cash price? Ask about our creative financing and seller-financing options.
Commercial Property by City, Type and Situation
Looking for detail on your market, your building type or the problem you are solving? These guides go deeper than this overview.
Commercial property by city
- Commercial property in Fort Myers
- Commercial property in Cape Coral
- Commercial property in Port Charlotte & Punta Gorda
- Commercial property in Naples
- Commercial property in Bonita Springs & Estero
- Commercial property in Sarasota & Venice
- Commercial property in North Port
- Commercial property in Lehigh Acres
- Commercial property in Bradenton
- Commercial property in Tampa & Lakeland
More commercial property types
- Auto dealerships and car lots
- Gas stations and convenience stores
- Restaurant buildings
- Medical and dental offices
- Churches and religious buildings
- Marinas and boat storage
- Contractor yards and flex space
- Unfinished commercial buildings
Commercial seller situations
- A vacant commercial building
- A commercial loan coming due
- Commercial foreclosure or receivership
- A hurricane-damaged commercial building
- A partnership deadlock or estate with commercial property
- We buy retail, office, industrial, mixed-use, hotel and motel, self-storage, multifamily and mobile home or RV park properties across Florida.
- Structures include sale-leasebacks, assumption of existing leases, delayed closings and 1031-friendly timing.
- Expect us to review a rent roll, T12, leases, estoppel certificates, title, survey and usually a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment.
- Off-market sales under an NDA keep tenants and employees undisturbed until the deal is firm.
- Owners should consult their own Florida attorney and CPA on tax and legal implications.
Who Buys Commercial Property in Florida?
Libera Capital Group is one of several kinds of buyers a Florida commercial owner can call. We are a private, Southwest Florida–based cash buyer with an office in Fort Myers, and we buy improved commercial real estate anywhere in the state, typically smaller and mid-size assets that need a decision rather than a long marketing campaign. Other buyers you may compare include 1031 exchange investors working against identification deadlines, REITs and institutional funds that favor larger stabilized properties, owner-users who want a building for their own business, and private investors who usually find deals through a commercial broker.
Auctions are another route, and they can move quickly, though reserve prices, buyer premiums and uncertain outcomes are part of the trade. Which buyer fits depends on your timeline, occupancy and how financeable the property is today. A stabilized, well-leased asset often does well on the open market; a vacant, storm-affected or debt-stressed one is where a direct buyer like us is usually most useful.
Frequently Asked Questions about Selling Commercial Property for Cash
Who buys commercial property in Florida?
Libera Capital Group buys commercial property in Florida for cash, purchasing as a principal for its own account. We look at improved buildings statewide — strip centers, office, flex and warehouse, mixed-use, hospitality, storage and parks — and we are comfortable with vacancy, deferred maintenance or a looming loan maturity. Call (239) 686-0823 or use the commercial form. You can also list with a commercial broker or compare several offers; our cash offer vs. listing guide explains the trade-offs.
How long does a commercial cash sale take?
It depends on the property’s complexity. A simple single-tenant building with good records may close within a few weeks. Multi-tenant properties needing estoppels, a Phase I and a survey typically take longer. We agree on the due diligence period and closing date in the letter of intent so you know the timeline up front.
Can I sell my building and keep operating my business there?
Yes, through a sale-leaseback. You sell the real estate to us and sign a lease to stay in the space. It frees up equity while keeping your operations in place. Lease terms are negotiated alongside the purchase so both pieces fit together.
Will you work with my 1031 exchange?
Yes. We can schedule closing to fit your exchange timeline, coordinate with your qualified intermediary, and include standard cooperation language in the contract. Whether your transaction qualifies as a like-kind exchange is a question for your CPA or tax attorney.
Do you need a Phase I environmental report?
For most commercial purchases, yes. We typically order and pay for our own Phase I Environmental Site Assessment. If you already have a recent report, share it, since it can speed things up. Properties with past uses like fuel sales or dry cleaning may need additional review.
Will my tenants find out I am selling?
Not from us until you agree. We sign NDAs, schedule discreet inspections and only send estoppel certificates near the end of diligence. Tenants are formally notified of the new ownership at closing.
Do you buy commercial property with high vacancy?
Yes. Vacancy is priced into our offer rather than treated as a deal-breaker. We look at the space, the market, and what it would take to lease it, and buy the property as-is.
What documents should I prepare?
A rent roll, trailing twelve-month operating statement, copies of leases and amendments, recent tax and insurance bills, service contracts, any surveys, environmental reports, and a list of known physical issues. Missing items will not stop us from reviewing the property.
Do you buy commercial land?
Libera Capital Group buys improved commercial property — land with buildings. For vacant commercial lots and acreage, contact our land division, SWFLLand.com.
How much will a cash buyer pay for my commercial property in Florida?
A cash buyer pays based on the income your property produces and what it needs, not a fixed discount. We look at current rents and expenses, recent sales of similar Florida buildings, and the cost of roofs, HVAC, parking or leasing up vacant space. We subtract those costs, holding and closing costs and a margin for risk, then show you the math in writing so you can compare it with a broker listing.
Is it better to sell my commercial building for cash or list it with a commercial broker?
It depends on your building’s condition, occupancy and how much time you have. A well-leased property in good shape often brings the most through a broker, but that path can mean months of marketing, lender appraisals, tenant estoppels and buyers who renegotiate after due diligence. A cash sale trades some price for certainty, no commission and a closing date you choose. Many owners request our written offer and compare net proceeds side by side.
Can I sell a Florida commercial building that needs a new roof or has storm damage?
Yes, we buy commercial buildings as-is, including those with aging roofs, wind or water damage, or open insurance claims. Buyers who rely on bank financing often walk away when an inspection or insurance quote shows a roof near the end of its life. We price the repair into our offer instead, so you do not have to replace the roof or finish restoration first. Tell us about any open claim so it is handled correctly in the contract.
Who pays closing costs when I sell commercial property to Libera Capital Group?
We pay normal closing costs on most commercial purchases, and the written offer lists exactly which ones. In a typical Florida sale, sellers often pay documentary stamp tax on the deed (70 cents per $100 of price outside Miami-Dade) and, in many counties, the owner’s title policy. You remain responsible for paying off your own mortgage and liens, and property taxes are prorated. The closing statement shows every line before you sign.
How do I know a commercial cash buyer in Florida is legitimate?
Ask for proof of funds, a written contract and a closing through a licensed Florida title company or attorney. A legitimate buyer puts earnest money in escrow, never asks you for upfront fees and welcomes your attorney’s review. You can confirm a company’s registration on Sunbiz, the Florida Division of Corporations site. Libera Capital Group’s principals are licensed real estate brokers who buy as principals, and our office is at 10012 Gulf Center Dr in Fort Myers.
Explore a Confidential Offer on Your Commercial Property
Share what you can, sign an NDA if you like, and receive a straightforward assessment of value and structure.