Author: Elizabeth Hewerdine

Secure Net Lease, a brokerage firm that specializes in the acquisition and disposition of investment real estate, has successfully closed the sale of a freestanding QuikTrip ground lease located in Newnan, Georgia. The asset was acquired by an all-cash 1031 exchange buyer based in Georgia, marking another efficient closing executed by Secure Net Lease on behalf of a long-standing institutional seller.

Anthony Pucciarello, who represented the seller, shared, “We brought this QuikTrip to market at one of the most aggressive cap rates available at the time, and even so, we were able to secure a highly qualified buyer who was actively searching for exactly this type of asset.” 

The QuikTrip is located at 35 Amlajack Boulevard, just off Poplar Road and immediately adjacent to a full interchange on I-85, offering high visibility and access to strong traffic volumes. The ±5,858-square-foot convenience store and fueling facility is situated on a 2.24-acre parcel at a signalized intersection directly across from Piedmont Newnan Hospital. The site benefits from high barriers to entry due to zoning restrictions and offers long-term value given its strategic positioning in a rapidly expanding corridor.

“The transaction moved smoothly from start to finish. The buyer was in a 1031 exchange and already owned multiple QuikTrip properties, so he was very familiar with the brand and confident in its performance. He was specifically targeting sites in Georgia and the Carolinas, where inventory was extremely limited, so this property was a perfect match for his criteria. It aligned exceptionally well with what our seller was looking for, making it a great fit on both sides,” Pucciarello concluded.

This deal further highlights Secure Net Lease’s continued success in matching highly targeted buyers with stabilized, investment-grade properties. By leveraging market relationships, brand familiarity, and an understanding of buyer preferences, Secure Net Lease facilitated a seamless transaction that met the goals of both parties.

QuikTrip Corporation, headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is one of the most recognized names in the convenience store and fuel retailing industry. Founded in 1958, QuikTrip operates over 1,000 locations across more than a dozen states. Known for its high-quality facilities, operational excellence, and loyal customer base, QuikTrip consistently ranks among the top-performing tenants in the net lease sector and remains a preferred choice for investors seeking dependable, long-term income streams.

About Secure Net Lease
Secure Net Lease is a nationally recognized brokerage firm with offices in Dallas, TX and Los Angeles, CA that specializes in the acquisition and disposition of investment real estate. With over 100 years of collective experience, over $7.4B in sales, and transaction history in 48 states, Secure Net Lease consistently ranks among the top 10 of all brokerage firms nationally within their niche. Secure Net Lease works with developers, tenants, private and institutional owners to achieve market-setting cap rates for single- and multi-tenant net lease investments across the nation. Historically, 88% of Secure Net Lease offerings are new construction leased to nationally known tenants with 10+ years remaining on the primary term.

Secure Net Lease, a nationally recognized brokerage firm, has successfully closed the sale of a freestanding Advance Auto Parts property in New Braunfels, Texas. The transaction was completed with a local 1031 exchange buyer from San Antonio, further demonstrating Secure Net Lease’s ability to pair strong net lease assets with motivated, qualified investors.

Anthony Pucciarello, who represented the seller, shared, “We were able to source a local investor out of San Antonio who was in a 1031 exchange and ready to move quickly. The buyer was well-prepared, responsive, and made the transaction incredibly smooth.”

The Advance Auto Parts is located at 1715 State Hwy 46 S, situated directly along one of New Braunfels’ primary east-west corridors. The ±7,000-square-foot building sits on 1.0 acre of land and benefits from strong surrounding demographics with more than 95,000 residents within a five-mile radius and average household incomes exceeding $110,000. Located less than a quarter mile from I-35 and surrounded by a robust mix of national retailers such as H-E-B, Walmart, and Lowe’s, this location provides long-term viability and visibility for the tenant.

“It was a straightforward deal from start to finish, facilitated by a broker we’ve had a strong working relationship with over multiple transactions. Given how seamless this process was, we’re confident it will lead to more business between our teams in the future” Pucciarello concluded.

This transaction exemplifies Secure Net Lease’s continued success in executing clean, high-quality dispositions for clients seeking quick results. By leveraging local market insight, long-standing broker relationships, and a well-targeted buyer pool, the firm ensured an efficient closing process while maximizing seller satisfaction. Deals like this highlight Secure Net Lease’s reputation for reliability and effectiveness across a wide range of asset types and markets.

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP), headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, is one of the leading automotive aftermarket parts providers in North America. With over 4,700 stores and 300 Worldpac branches in the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Advance Auto Parts serves both professional installers and do-it-yourself customers. The company’s strong brand recognition, scale, and national footprint continue to make it a reliable and desirable tenant in the net lease space.

About Secure Net Lease
Secure Net Lease is a nationally recognized brokerage firm with offices in Dallas, TX and Los Angeles, CA that specializes in the acquisition and disposition of investment real estate. With over 100 years of collective experience, over $7.4B in sales, and transaction history in 48 states, Secure Net Lease consistently ranks among the top 10 of all brokerage firms nationally within their niche. Secure Net Lease works with developers, tenants, private and institutional owners to achieve market-setting cap rates for single- and multi-tenant net lease investments across the nation. Historically, 88% of Secure Net Lease offerings are new construction leased to nationally known tenants with 10+ years remaining on the primary term.

Secure Net Lease, a nationally recognized brokerage firm, has announced the successful closing of a single-tenant Tropical Smoothie Cafe located in Savannah, Georgia. The asset was acquired by a private 1031 exchange buyer, reflecting strong investor demand for well-located, quick-service restaurant properties in the Southeast.

Todd Lewis, who represented the seller in the transaction, shared, “This was a smooth transaction and part of a 1031 exchange. It was an all-cash deal that closed quickly once we went under contract. The cap rate was very strong for both the market and the tenant, so we were extremely pleased with the outcome.”

The property is located at 11710 Abercorn Street, a prominent retail corridor in Savannah that sees substantial daily traffic. The Tropical Smoothie Cafe sits on ±0.46 acres and is ideally positioned with excellent visibility and access. The location benefits from close proximity to major traffic drivers, including Georgia Southern University–Armstrong Campus, the Savannah Mall, and St. Joseph’s Hospital. Its dense surrounding population and strong income demographics support continued long-term performance.

This transaction further demonstrates Secure Net Lease’s ability to identify strong real estate and connect motivated 1031 exchange buyers with stable, long-term net lease opportunities. The firm’s marketing process and transaction experience contributed to a smooth and efficient closing for all parties involved.

About Secure Net Lease

Secure Net Lease is a nationally recognized brokerage firm with offices in Dallas, TX and Los Angeles, CA that specializes in the acquisition and disposition of investment real estate. With over 100 years of collective experience, over $7.4B in sales, and transaction history in 48 states, Secure Net Lease consistently ranks among the top 10 of all brokerage firms nationally within their niche. Secure Net Lease works with developers, tenants, private and institutional owners to achieve market-setting cap rates for single- and multi-tenant net lease investments across the nation. Historically, 88% of Secure Net Lease offerings are new construction leased to nationally known tenants with 10+ years remaining on the primary term.

Secure Net Lease, a nationally recognized brokerage firm, has announced the successful closing of Matlock Plaza, a multi-tenant strip center located in Arlington, Texas. The transaction was completed with a private, all-cash buyer based in Texas, following a highly competitive marketing process that drew 14 offers. This deal underscores Secure Net Lease’s expertise in navigating multi-tenant retail transactions while delivering strong results for both private sellers and motivated buyers.

Sam House, who brokered the transaction, shared, “I first met this seller early in my career and stayed in touch with him over the years as he worked to stabilize the center. The property had been inherited by his family, and I was fortunate to have the opportunity to work with them on the sale because we worked very well together.”

Matlock Plaza is a ±21,975-square-foot strip center located at 2500 Matlock Road in Arlington, TX. It benefits from a high-traffic location and strong tenant mix, including Metro by T-Mobile, Cricket Wireless, H&R Block, and Wingstop. The site sees approximately 37,000 vehicles per day and features excellent visibility and access. With over 215,000 residents and an average household income exceeding $85,000 within a five-mile radius, the demographics surrounding Matlock Plaza are ideal for supporting long-term tenant performance.

“After receiving 14 offers, we ultimately found an all-cash buyer who really saw the value in the property—it made a lot of sense to him. We closed very quickly for that market and at a very strong cap rate because we effectively demonstrated the long-term upside of ownership” House concluded.

This transaction is another example of Secure Net Lease’s ability to align motivated private sellers with qualified buyers seeking stabilized multi-tenant retail assets in growth markets. The firm’s strategic marketing approach and strong buyer network helped overcome challenges related to cash flow shortfalls while maintaining strong pricing and a smooth closing process.

About Secure Net Lease

Secure Net Lease is a nationally recognized brokerage firm with offices in Dallas, TX and Los Angeles, CA that specializes in the acquisition and disposition of investment real estate. With over 100 years of collective experience, over $7.4B in sales, and transaction history in 48 states, Secure Net Lease consistently ranks among the top 10 of all brokerage firms nationally within their niche. Secure Net Lease works with developers, tenants, private and institutional owners to achieve market-setting cap rates for single- and multi-tenant net lease investments across the nation. Historically, 88% of Secure Net Lease offerings are new construction leased to nationally known tenants with 10+ years remaining on the primary term.

Secure Net Lease, a nationally recognized brokerage firm, has successfully closed the sale of Liberty Village, a six-tenant strip center located in Braselton, Georgia. The asset was acquired by an institutional investor based in Pennsylvania, seeking a high-quality retail investment opportunity. The transaction highlights Secure Net Lease’s ability to navigate complex multi-tenant retail deals and deliver strong outcomes for clients nationwide.

Todd Lewis and John Packwood, who facilitated the transaction, shared, “This new construction, six-tenant strip center is anchored by Chipotle, making it a strong investment opportunity. While we had to navigate multiple leases during the process, everything moved forward smoothly.”

The newly developed Liberty Village totals 13,600 square feet and is strategically located at 3705 Village Way, Braselton, GA. The strip center features a strong national and regional tenant mix including Chipotle, Aspen Dental, Jersey Mike’s, Buff City Soap, Smoothie King, and Papa John’s. Each tenant operates under a brand new 10-year lease, offering long-term stability and passive cash flow potential for the buyer. The property is situated at the signalized intersection of GA-211 and Thompson Mill Rd—an area that sees over 30,000 vehicles per day—and benefits from proximity to Chateau Elan Resort & Golf Club and Northeast Georgia Medical Center. These fundamentals made the deal especially attractive to institutional buyers focused on growth markets in the Southeast.

“The buyer was pleased with the experience and is likely to move forward with the purchase of Phase 2 of the project when it’s completed later this year. Managing multiple leases in a strip center can be complex, but we were able to close the deal without any issues” they concluded.

This transaction further demonstrates Secure Net Lease’s ability to match qualified, motivated buyers with institutional-grade retail assets. With national credit tenants, a prime location, and fresh construction, Liberty Village offered the kind of stability and growth opportunity that is highly sought after in today’s net lease environment.

About Secure Net Lease

Secure Net Lease is a nationally recognized brokerage firm with offices in Dallas, TX and Los Angeles, CA that specializes in the acquisition and disposition of investment real estate. With over 100 years of collective experience, over $7.4B in sales, and transaction history in 48 states, Secure Net Lease consistently ranks among the top 10 of all brokerage firms nationally within their niche. Secure Net Lease works with developers, tenants, private and institutional owners to achieve market-setting cap rates for single- and multi-tenant net lease investments across the nation. Historically, 88% of Secure Net Lease offerings are new construction leased to nationally known tenants with 10+ years remaining on the primary term

Secure Net Lease, a nationally recognized brokerage firm, has announced the successful closing of a newly constructed Chipotle ground lease in Arlington, Texas. The deal was secured with a 1031 exchange buyer from California, representing a smooth and competitive transaction process in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

Kyle Varni, who represented the seller, shared, “We had a lot of interest right out of the gate and ended up with multiple strong offers. One buyer came in basically at the list price, which was a great outcome.”

The property, located at 4422 S Collins Street, features a ±2,325-square-foot freestanding Chipotle with a Chipotlane drive-thru, situated on ±0.89 acres. This high-visibility pad site benefits from proximity to Interstate 20 and is surrounded by major national retailers, including Walmart Supercenter, Ross, and Planet Fitness. The site serves a dense trade area with more than 270,000 residents and an average household income exceeding $80,000 within a five-mile radius. Its strong demographics and positioning within Arlington’s high-traffic retail corridor make it a highly attractive long-term investment.

“The closing went really smoothly — we’ve got a solid relationship with the broker and have done a few deals together before, so that definitely helped” Varni concluded.

This transaction further demonstrates Secure Net Lease’s ability to pair top-tier real estate with qualified buyers seeking stabilized net lease investments. The deal was completed with all cash and exemplifies the firm’s continued success in facilitating efficient closings through experienced relationships and detailed market knowledge.

Chipotle Mexican Grill, headquartered in Newport Beach, California, is one of the leading fast-casual restaurant brands in the U.S., with more than 3,400 locations nationwide. The brand is widely recognized for its innovative use of drive-thru formats, digital ordering, and a loyal customer base, all of which have solidified Chipotle’s role as a top-tier tenant in net lease portfolios.

About Secure Net Lease

Secure Net Lease is a nationally recognized brokerage firm with offices in Dallas, TX and Los Angeles, CA that specializes in the acquisition and disposition of investment real estate. With over 100 years of collective experience, over $7.4B in sales, and transaction history in 48 states, Secure Net Lease consistently ranks among the top 10 of all brokerage firms nationally within their niche. Secure Net Lease works with developers, tenants, private and institutional owners to achieve market-setting cap rates for single- and multi-tenant net lease investments across the nation. Historically, 88% of Secure Net Lease offerings are new construction leased to nationally known tenants with 10+ years remaining on the primary term.

Secure Net Lease, a nationally recognized brokerage firm, has completed the simultaneous sale of two brand-new McDonald’s ground-lease assets in Prosper and McKinney, Texas. The properties were acquired by a Dallas-based private investor executing a 1031 exchange, underscoring the persistent demand for high-quality net-lease real estate in North Dallas’ rapidly growing suburbs.

Anthony Pucciarello, who led the transaction, noted, “We initially brought the McKinney site to market, but interest really picked up when we introduced the Prosper location. That’s when we connected with a local Dallas-based buyer who was in a 1031 exchange and saw an opportunity to acquire both. He purchased the properties with the intention of holding them long-term as part of his family’s real estate portfolio.”

The Prosper asset is a ±4,285-square-foot freestanding McDonald’s located at the hard corner of Frontier Parkway and the Dallas North Tollway—a pad to a forthcoming 132,000-square-foot H-E-B slated to open in 2025. Surrounded by master-planned communities, top-ranked Prosper ISD schools and an average household income of roughly $165,000 within five miles, the site is positioned for long-term stability.

Roughly 15 miles southeast, the McKinney property—also ±4,285 square feet—sits along the busy US-380 / University Drive corridor at Coit Road. More than 183,000 residents with an average household income above $181,000 live within a five-mile radius, while multiple elementary and high schools across the street drive consistent daytime and evening traffic.

The dual-asset closing highlights Secure Net Lease’s ability to package complementary properties and navigate complex multi-site due-diligence processes. Leveraging deep developer relationships and local market knowledge, the team delivered an efficient, all-cash closing that satisfied the buyer’s exchange timeline despite a challenging financing environment.

McDonald’s Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, remains the world’s largest quick-service restaurant company with more than 41,800 locations across over 100 countries. Its enduring brand equity, industry-leading drive-thru innovations and broad customer loyalty continue to position McDonald’s ground-lease assets among the most sought-after investments in the net-lease marketplace.

About Secure Net Lease

Secure Net Lease is a nationally recognized brokerage firm with offices in Dallas, TX and Los Angeles, CA that specializes in the acquisition and disposition of investment real estate. With over 100 years of collective experience, over $7.4 billion in sales and transaction history in 48 states, Secure Net Lease consistently ranks among the top 10 of all brokerage firms nationally within their niche. Secure Net Lease works with developers, tenants, private and institutional owners to achieve market-setting cap rates for single- and multi-tenant net-lease investments across the nation. Historically, 88 percent of Secure Net Lease offerings are new construction leased to nationally known tenants with 10+ years remaining on the primary term.

Secure Net Lease, a nationally recognized brokerage firm, has successfully closed the sale of a Murphy USA located in Dallas, Texas. The buyer was an out of state all cash buyer that loved the property due to the site’s projected outstanding site visit numbers. The seller—a merchant developer—benefited greatly from the buyer’s quick decision making and all-cash closing.

Kyle Varni, who facilitated the transaction, shared, “This was a deal that took a little longer to find a buyer than we originally expected, but as soon as the store opened for business and we were able to get projected store visit numbers we had a lot more buyer interest. We were then able to source an all cash buyer from out of state that loved the projected high performance. The buyer was willing to move extremely quickly and close with all cash, which created a super smooth and fast transaction.”

The 2,824-square-foot convenience store is situated in a densely populated corridor of Dallas with strong traffic counts and significant retail presence. The property sold at a very aggressive cap rate that was close to our list price.

“It honestly couldn’t have gone easier once we opened escrow due to our track record with Murphy USA and the knowledge of the trade area” Varni concluded.

This transaction exemplifies Secure Net Lease’s track record and expertise selling C-Store properties in a market that we are extremely familiar with, while maintaining seamless execution and delivering value for both buyers and sellers.

Based in El Dorado, Arkansas, Murphy USA is a leading retailer of gasoline and convenience merchandise. They operate over 1,720 stores with over 15,000 employees that serve customers in 27 states. Their sites are located in close proximity to Walmart stores, but also operate standalone stores under the names Murphy Express and QuickChek.

About Secure Net Lease

Secure Net Lease is a nationally recognized brokerage firm with offices in Dallas, TX and Los Angeles, CA that specializes in the acquisition and disposition of investment real estate. With over 100 years of collective experience, over $7.4B in sales, and transaction history in 48 states, Secure Net Lease consistently ranks among the top 10 of all brokerage firms nationally within their niche. Secure Net Lease works with developers, tenants, private and institutional owners to achieve market-setting cap rates for single- and multi-tenant net lease investments across the nation. Historically, 88% of Secure Net Lease offerings are new construction leased to nationally known tenants with 10+ years remaining on the primary term.