May Realty Advisors

About Us

I was born and raised in Sherman Oaks.
We are experts in commerical leasing and investment sales. We are proud of our accomplishments to improve the quality of shopping and experiences. We have been involved in the following projects in Sherman Oaks

1. Best Buy Plaza : Acquisition, leasing and sale of Best Buy

2. Sherman Oaks Collection: Sale, tenant mix and leasing to an array I tenants include ULTA Cosmetics, Starbucks, Burger Lounge, Afters Ice Cream and the others

3. La Reina Center: Original leasing

4 Metro Arts Apartments . Procurement and leasing to Mendocino Farms, Islands restaurant, Verizon and Berkshire Hathaway

5. We are currently working on the repositioning and releasing of the In &Out Center to make it the best center in the area with a whole list of exciting tenants

May Realty Advisors has a National reach and our team has designed, leased or sold over over $2B of CRE

If you would like to learn about the current market, have space to least, Investment needs or just have simple questions and trends or would like see a specific tenant or use in the area please feel free to reach out.

We have never forgotten that we are in the service business. By helping others along the way we all rise up.

Matthew May
(323) 620-9845
Matthew@MRA.LA

How We Got Started

I had to relocate our family’s business and when I called over 20 brokerage firms only 3 returned my call. I realized that customer service and a commitment to knowledge would set me apart. 30 years later our core values have not changed

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Matthew from May Realty Advisors Answered this on September 10, 2019

In respect to commercial properties the following are the minimum requirements. It will vary based on the property type; Property Condition Report. This is a comprehensive report on the property that determines any current deferred maintenance and provides an estimate annual cost for upcoming... (more) In respect to commercial properties the following are the minimum requirements. It will vary based on the property type; Property Condition Report. This is a comprehensive report on the property that determines any current deferred maintenance and provides an estimate annual cost for upcoming expenses such as replacement of HVAC systems etc. If the property is vulnerable to earthquake damage they may require a PML report Title Report: Standard for all properties AlTA Survey: This should always be done. Financials: They need to ensure that the financial projections are solid Estoppels: Signed document by the tenants affirming the terms of the lease and stating if the Landlord has any outstanding obligations to the tenants.

Matthew from May Realty Advisors Answered this on August 24, 2019

Yes. “As is” refers to the fact the Seller does not want to do any work. Your approval of the property should be at your sole and absolute discretion. You can accept or reject the condition and tell the Seller you will move forward if the Seller provides a credit or does the work. They can... (more) Yes. “As is” refers to the fact the Seller does not want to do any work. Your approval of the property should be at your sole and absolute discretion. You can accept or reject the condition and tell the Seller you will move forward if the Seller provides a credit or does the work. They can say yes or no. You can then make your decision on moving forward

Matthew from May Realty Advisors Answered this on August 24, 2019

We order PCA for every commercial sale. We have the building measured per BOMA standards. Detailed physical condition and Alta surveys. If a phase I does not exist we will order one (more) We order PCA for every commercial sale. We have the building measured per BOMA standards. Detailed physical condition and Alta surveys. If a phase I does not exist we will order one

Matthew from May Realty Advisors Answered this on August 02, 2019

Reverse mortgages are very expensive compared to traditional loans. As mentioned below, you must read the paperwork carefully. Also AARP may have some good articles on the subject (more) Reverse mortgages are very expensive compared to traditional loans. As mentioned below, you must read the paperwork carefully. Also AARP may have some good articles on the subject

Matthew from May Realty Advisors Answered this on June 30, 2018

I have run a commercial real estate company for 30 years and Inhave found the following ways to secure opportunities; 1 Connect with people. Enjoy cold calling with the mindset that your are calling to help them first and foremost. By helping them you help yourself and you’re perpective of... (more) I have run a commercial real estate company for 30 years and Inhave found the following ways to secure opportunities; 1 Connect with people. Enjoy cold calling with the mindset that your are calling to help them first and foremost. By helping them you help yourself and you’re perpective of giving is what comes across. 2. Connect with people who know a lot of investors. I call the the Octopus because the have a broad reach to many prospective clients. Accountants, attorneys and mortgage brokers are a great place to start. 3 Stay in front of mind. Send newsletters and articles of value and learn some personal information about them such as hobbies, Alma Mater etc.. We all want to work with people that care about us and not our pocket book 4 Look for trends both good and bad as both crest opportunities

Matthew from May Realty Advisors Answered this on June 08, 2018

Ask for the sale. This sounds so obvious, however most salespeople are afraid of the rejection if the customer says no. Remember people don’t want to buy something, they want the benefits of ownership. Do you want to buy a Porsche or do you want to the benefits of owning one? (more) Ask for the sale. This sounds so obvious, however most salespeople are afraid of the rejection if the customer says no. Remember people don’t want to buy something, they want the benefits of ownership. Do you want to buy a Porsche or do you want to the benefits of owning one?

Matthew from May Realty Advisors Answered this on June 04, 2018

Location is most important, however once a general area has been determined the next step is if the buyer wants to fix a house up or buy one that is completed. The answer to your question is entirely dependent on the buyer's criteria after the general location has been determined (more) Location is most important, however once a general area has been determined the next step is if the buyer wants to fix a house up or buy one that is completed. The answer to your question is entirely dependent on the buyer's criteria after the general location has been determined

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