Business Details
Trusted Commercial Real Estate Services in Stockton, CA
At First Commercial Real Estate, we believe trust forms the foundation of every successful business relationship. For over three decades, we have established ourselves as a leading force in commercial real estate across the Central Valley and Northern California. Our team of specialized professionals collaborates closely with clients, functioning as an integral part of their investment teams. We are committed to delivering real estate solutions that ensure long-term value and seamless generational transitions. Through responsible transactions, we contribute to sustainable asset growth while actively supporting community development.Our expertise spans commercial brokerage, multi-family acquisitions, tax-deferred exchanges, and strategic wealth preservation planning. Clients consistently rely on our comprehensive market analysis, deep industry knowledge, and unwavering dedication to their best interests. As pioneers in downtown redevelopment, we maintain a strong focus on identifying opportunities that align with evolving market dynamics. Our extensive network of industry contacts and technical resources enables us to provide timely, data-driven insights that directly benefit our clients' investment objectives.
Services
Commercial Brokerage
Multi-Family/Apartments
Office Properties
Development Land
Industrial Real Estate
Retail Properties
Investment Property
Tenant Representation
Wealth Preservation Planning
Market Analysis
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized commercial real estate experience in Northern California.
- Our team includes CCIM-certified professionals with deep market expertise.
- We provide comprehensive tax-deferred exchange strategies for investment properties.
- Our firm maintains exclusive representation capabilities for tenants and landlords.
- We combine technical analysis with local market knowledge for optimal outcomes.
Associations and certifications
- California Department of Real Estate
Services
Commercial Brokerage
We provide exclusive representation for commercial property transactions across multiple asset classes. Our team specializes in office, retail, industrial, and investment property sales. With deep market knowledge and a network of qualified buyers, we deliver optimal transaction outcomes through strategic marketing and negotiation. Our services cover the entire transaction lifecycle from valuation to closing.
Multi-Family/Apartments
Our experts handle multi-family property transactions with focus on tax-deferred exchanges and portfolio growth strategies. We offer market analysis, property positioning, and investor targeting services. Our team understands the unique dynamics of apartment investments and provides tailored solutions for both institutional and individual investors seeking to maximize returns in this sector.
Wealth Preservation Planning
We develop customized strategies for intergenerational wealth transfer through real estate. Our services include tax reduction planning, gifting strategies, and succession frameworks. By combining real estate expertise with financial planning principles, we help clients preserve asset value while minimizing estate and capital gains tax liabilities through structured real estate solutions.
Tenant Representation
We exclusively represent tenants in commercial leasing negotiations across office, industrial, and retail sectors. Our services include market analysis, site selection, and lease structuring. We focus on securing favorable terms while aligning real estate solutions with clients' business objectives through comprehensive market intelligence and strategic negotiation techniques.
Market Analysis
Our advisory team provides detailed market evaluations and property assessments for acquisition or disposition decisions. Services include financial modeling, asset valuation, and market trend analysis. We help clients understand ownership positions, identify challenges, and develop data-driven strategies for optimizing real estate investments in various market conditions.
People
Kevin Dougherty
President
CCIM-certified industry leader with over 30 years of commercial real estate experience. Specializes in investment property transactions and market strategy development. Holds California DRE #01258350 and serves as firm president.
Ruben Sandoval
Managing Partner
Experienced commercial real estate professional with expertise in Northern California markets. Focuses on investment sales and tenant representation. Licensed with California DRE #01806675 and contributes strategic leadership to client transactions.
Colton Toste
Managing Partner
Specializes in commercial property investments and development opportunities. Licensed with California DRE #01993261, bringing technical expertise and market knowledge to client advisory services across multiple property types.
Ben Rishwain
Managing Partner
Commercial real estate specialist with focus on investment transactions and market analysis. Licensed with California DRE #01729449, providing strategic guidance for clients' real estate investment portfolios and development projects.
Andy Le
Investment Sales & Asset Management
Focuses on investment property sales and asset management strategies. Licensed with California DRE #02110117, delivering specialized services for clients seeking to optimize their commercial real estate holdings through strategic acquisitions and dispositions.
Questions
What commercial real estate services do you offer?
We provide commercial brokerage, multi-family property services, office and industrial real estate transactions, investment property management, and multi-generational wealth planning solutions.
Which areas do you serve?
Our primary service areas include Northern California and the Central Valley, with specialized expertise in Stockton and surrounding regional markets.
How long has your firm been in business?
Our team has provided commercial real estate services since the early 1990s, with combined professional experience exceeding 100 years across our leadership team.
What makes your firm different from competitors?
We combine CCIM-certified expertise with localized market knowledge and exclusive representation capabilities, focusing on long-term client relationships and strategic wealth preservation solutions.
How do you assist with investment property planning?
We offer tax-deferred exchange strategies, market analysis, and wealth transfer planning to help clients optimize investment returns and ensure generational asset preservation.
