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Jonathan Hipp began his career in real estate over 25 years ago. In his early years as a broker, he ventured into the net lease industry and quickly began leading the US net lease market, closing over $3 billion in transactions. In 2005, Jon founded Calkain Companies, a company focused solely on net lease investment services. As President and CEO, he has been instrumental in building the firm into one of the leading Net Lease real estate companies, transacting over $12 billion of net lease deal volume over the past 13 years. He has expanded Calkain’s services to include brokerage, advisory, asset management, capital markets, and industry research. He has become a well-known resource, panelist, and speaker at various Net Lease and Industry conferences and is a regular contributor to GlobeSt.com on real estate trends. In June 2015, Jon’s passion for the real estate business was again recognized as he was nominated for the Top Real Estate Player in the DC area by SmartCEO magazine.
Investors like DaVita's small price point and the fact that kidney dialysis is a growth industry.
This investment grade auto parts retailer remains strong, with a stable credit-rating outlook and a growing market share.
Over the past few years Dollar Store properties have become some of the most attractive Net Lease Investments available for buyers and investors.
Napa Auto Parts locations can offer an unique opportunity for a buyer to acquire a recession resistant investment, with an attractive lease with rental escalations and minimal landlord responsibility, guaranteed by an investment grade tenant, located on a busy retail corridor in an attractive geographic area.
Hobby Lobby is an industry leader in the arts and crafts business, and is a highly sought after brand.
As we head into summer, cap rates for net lease properties remain low.
One of the more under-discussed aspects of REITs are how they can benefit a seller of real estate. By contributing a property to a REIT you can achieve many of the same benefits associated with a §1031 exchange including deferral of gain recognition.
Pharmacies continue to be a highly desired asset among net lease investors.

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From Buildout, Inc.
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From Altus Group
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From Buildout, Inc.
Your listing emails are falling flat in crowded inboxes. This guide reveals 10 essential habits from top-performing brokers to help you create emails that cut through the noise, drive real engagement, and move deals forward faster.
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From Placer.ai
Which US metros are poised for major consumer growth? This report reveals the 5 markets to watch in 2026, using location analytics to uncover the unique trends driving retail and dining foot traffic in each city.
Download Resource
From Buildout, Inc.
A fragmented tech stack can cost CRE firms time and money. This guide helps you identify gaps in your current setup and find an integrated solution that streamlines your entire deal workflow and gives brokers back valuable time to close more deals.
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From MRI Software
AI is reshaping property management. This guide provides a practical path for leaders to integrate AI, empowering teams, enhancing resident experiences, and scaling success across your portfolio without losing the essential human touch. Download your guide.
Download Resource
From MRI Software
AI promises to revolutionize real estate, but many firms are left disappointed. This guide reveals why your AI strategy might be failing and provides a clear roadmap to fix it, turning technology hype into tangible results.
Download Resource
From JLL Technology Solutions
Many CRE organizations rely on outdated maintenance approaches that drive up costs and downtime risk. This guide outlines how to replace traditional methods with predictive asset intelligence to anticipate failures and optimize operations.
Download Resource
From MRI Software
This 2026 multifamily report compiles insights from 700+ CRE professionals on the most consequential market trends shaping the sector today, including AI adoption, fraud prevention and their role in operations.
Download Resource
From National Apartment Association
Discover how NAA Click & Lease, trusted by over 37,000 properties, can transform your leasing process. This infographic details 10 key benefits, from automated legal compliance and seamless PMS integration to fully paperless operations.
Download Resource
From National Apartment Association
After a volatile 2025, the multifamily housing market is entering a year of transition. This outlook defines the key economic and market factors affecting the rental industry, from supply shifts to regional performance.
Download Resource
From Placer.ai
Return-to-office mandates have their limits. This report dives into the data to reveal how convenience-driven behaviors are truly impacting office recovery, and CRE professionals can best adapt.
Download Resource
From MRI Software
The PropTech market is full of noise and exaggerated claims in the AI era. This guide helps you cut through the hype, ask the right questions, and invest in solutions that truly deliver on their promises with a step-by-step approach.
Download Resource
From Placer.ai
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Download Resource
From Buildout, Inc.
Is "operational drag" from disconnected tools costing your brokerage? This audit reveals 8 hidden signs you're losing margin and provides a clear path to streamline your deal lifecycle from prospecting to close.
Download Resource
From MRI Software
Fraud and bad debt are rising threats for multifamily operators. With AI-powered schemes and economic instability, the risks are higher than ever. This research report from the NAA reveals how the industry is fighting back to protect its assets.
Download Resource
From Altus Group
In today's complex commercial real estate market, uncertainty creates significant risk. This guide provides a framework for trustworthy financial due diligence, helping you make better deal decisions, mitigate risks, and avoid costly mistakes.
Download Resource
From Buildout, Inc.
Your listing emails are falling flat in crowded inboxes. This guide reveals 10 essential habits from top-performing brokers to help you create emails that cut through the noise, drive real engagement, and move deals forward faster.
Download Resource
From Placer.ai
Which US metros are poised for major consumer growth? This report reveals the 5 markets to watch in 2026, using location analytics to uncover the unique trends driving retail and dining foot traffic in each city.
Download Resource