Dual representation is legal and common in commercial real estate, and it can actually benefit both parties when handled with full transparency. RIVR discloses dual agency upfront to both buyer and seller, obtains written consent, and maintains strict information boundaries throughout the transaction. Both parties receive the same commitment to a successful close — and critically, both parties know exactly what the broker's role is. Several of our most successful transactions have been dual-rep deals precisely because information flow was managed cleanly and both parties trusted the process.

Commercial real estate brokerage fees are negotiated on a transaction-by-transaction basis and vary by asset type, deal size, and complexity — there is no fixed standard. We're transparent about our fee structure from the outset, and we'll discuss it clearly before any engagement begins. Our fees are success-based: we earn our commission at close, which means our financial incentive is perfectly aligned with getting your deal completed at the best achievable terms.

It varies significantly by asset type and market conditions. Well-priced retail and office assets in core Savannah submarkets typically receive qualified interest within 30–60 days. Industrial and hospitality transactions, which involve more complex buyer due diligence and often institutional capital, can take 90–180 days from listing to close. The single most controllable variable is pricing — assets that launch at a defensible market price close faster and at better terms than assets that require price reductions. We'll give you a realistic timeline estimate at the strategy session based on your specific asset and current market absorption.

Yes, and this is one of the highest-value scenarios for experienced CRE representation. A 1031 exchange has hard statutory deadlines — 45 days to identify replacement property, 180 days to close. RIVR can manage the disposition of your relinquished property and simultaneously source replacement property candidates within your investment criteria. We work closely with qualified intermediaries and exchange-experienced attorneys to keep the process on track. If you're considering a 1031 exchange, engage us early — the timeline starts the moment you close on the sale.

Frequently — and we've built specific capabilities around it. Savannah attracts significant out-of-market capital from the Northeast, Midwest, and internationally, drawn by port-driven industrial growth, tourism-linked hospitality, and downtown retail recovery. We provide out-of-market buyers with submarket deep-dives, off-market deal flow, and the local knowledge that prevents costly acquisition mistakes. We can manage the full process remotely, coordinating inspections, due diligence vendors, and legal counsel so you don't need to be on the ground until you're ready to close.